(NGVC) Natural Grocers by Vitamin - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US63888U1088

NGVC: Organic Groceries, Dietary Supplements, Natural Foods, Organic Products

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. operates as a leading specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, dietary supplements, and health products in the United States. Founded in 1955 and headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, the company has established a strong presence in the health-conscious retail sector. Its stores, operating under the Natural Grocers, Vitamin Cottage, and related trademarks, offer a wide array of products catering to customers seeking healthier lifestyle choices.

The companys product portfolio includes organic produce, private label bulk goods such as nuts, grains, and teas, as well as natural and organic grocery staples like coffee, mustard, and eggs. Stores also feature meat and seafood products, dairy alternatives, prepared foods, bread, beverages, and alcoholic products like beer, wine, and hard cider. Beyond groceries, the company provides name-brand and private-label dietary supplements, body care products with natural ingredients, pet care items, household goods like cleaning supplies and diapers, and educational materials such as books and handouts.

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. is committed to science-based nutrition education, offering programs to empower customers to make informed health and nutrition decisions. This educational focus aligns with its mission to promote wellness and provide high-quality, natural products. The company has grown significantly since its inception, expanding its reach while maintaining its dedication to the principles of natural health and sustainability.

As of the latest data, the company trades under the ticker symbol NGVC on the NYSE, classified under the Food Retail sub-industry. Its market capitalization stands at $1.064 billion, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.75 and a return on equity of 19.86%, indicating strong profitability relative to equity.

Based on technical indicators, NGVC shows an upward trend, with its last price of $50.59 exceeding its 20-day ($47.08), 50-day ($42.59), and 200-day ($35.71) moving averages. This suggests bullish momentum. The Average True Range (ATR) of 2.35 indicates moderate volatility. Fundamentally, the companys high return on equity (19.86%) and low price-to-sales ratio (0.84) point to efficient operations and potential undervaluation relative to revenue. These factors, combined with growing consumer demand for natural and organic products, suggest a positive outlook for NGVC.

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NGVC Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 1,141m
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Grocery Stores
GiC Sub-Industry Food Retail
IPO / Inception 2012-07-25

NGVC Stock Ratings

Growth Rating 76.0
Fundamental 67.7
Dividend Rating 24.2
Rel. Strength 154
Analysts -
Fair Price Momentum 56.08 USD
Fair Price DCF 14.19 USD

NGVC Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.12%
Yield on Cost 5y 4.13%
Annual Growth 5y -28.70%
Payout Consistency 63.1%

NGVC Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 23.6%
Growth Correlation 12m 91.8%
Growth Correlation 5y 65.7%
CAGR 5y 35.85%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.57
Sharpe Ratio 12m 1.63
Alpha 167.80
Beta 1.190
Volatility 39.37%
Current Volume 143.2k
Average Volume 20d 153.4k
What is the price of NGVC stocks?
As of May 09, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 49.33 with a total of 143,207 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -1.65%, over one month by +16.15%, over three months by -0.15% and over the past year by +178.78%.
Is Natural Grocers by Vitamin a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Natural Grocers by Vitamin (NYSE:NGVC) is currently (May 2025) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 67.73 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of NGVC as of May 2025 is 56.08. This means that NGVC is currently undervalued and has a potential upside of +13.68% (Margin of Safety).
Is NGVC a buy, sell or hold?
Natural Grocers by Vitamin has no consensus analysts rating.
What are the forecast for NGVC stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, NGVC Natural Grocers by Vitamin will be worth about 63.4 in May 2026. The stock is currently trading at 49.33. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +28.58%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 19 -61.5%
Analysts Target Price 19 -61.5%
ValueRay Target Price 63.4 28.6%