NATIONAL BEVERAGE CORP reported fiscal 2026 results with slightly lower revenue and earnings versus the prior year, driven by a decline in case volume partly offset by higher average pricing.
Financial Highlights
| MetricCurrent yearPrior yearYoY change | Revenue¹$1.18B$1.2B(1.7%) | Net income²$183.65M$186.82M(1.7%) | Diluted EPS³$1.96$1.99(1.5%) |
¹ Reported as “Net sales”. ² Reported as “Net income”. ³ Reported as “Diluted earnings per common share”.
Business Highlights
- Revenue & volume: Net sales modestly declined to $1,180.6M as case volume fell 6.7% while average price per case rose 5.2%.
- Brand momentum: Power+ Brands, including LaCroix, Rip It, Clear Fruit and the company's juices, remain core with continued focus on "Better for You" innovation.
- Channel & seasonality: Company operates a U.S.-focused hybrid distribution model (warehouse plus direct-store delivery); sales are seasonal with summer peaks.
- Operational efficiency: Gross margin remained steady at 37.0%; investments were made in capacity, sustainability and packaging upgrades to support production efficiency.
- Liquidity & CapEx outlook: Strong cash position supports near-term operations; FY27 capital expenditures are expected to be comparable to FY26 to expand packaging and capacity.
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