NGVC — Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Defensive sector| Metric | NGVC | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.12% | 3.02% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 19.42% | 4.46% |
| Payout Ratio | 26.2% | 57.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 8 | 20 |
| 1Y Total Return | -30.8% | 0.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Defensive sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
21.43%
3-Year Growth
8.44%
5-Year Growth
19.42%
10-Year Growth
N/A
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 2, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 18, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2, 2026 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $0.1500 | +25.00% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2025 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | $0.1200 | +20.00% |
| Sep 3, 2024 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Jun 3, 2024 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Mar 1, 2024 | $0.1000 | -90.91% |
| Nov 24, 2023 | $1.1000 | +1000.00% |
| Aug 25, 2023 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| May 26, 2023 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Feb 24, 2023 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Nov 25, 2022 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Aug 26, 2022 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2022 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Feb 25, 2022 | $0.1000 | 0.00% |
| Nov 26, 2021 | $0.1000 | +42.86% |
| Aug 27, 2021 | $0.0700 | 0.00% |
| May 28, 2021 | $0.0700 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
26.2%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
13.5%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $0.49 | $11.56M |
| Q1 2025 | $0.44 | N/A |
| Q2 2025 | $0.57 | $43.74M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.51 | -$4.15M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.12%.
What is NGVC's dividend yield?
NGVC's current dividend yield is 2.12%. The annual dividend is $0.54.
When is NGVC's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for NGVC has not been announced yet.
How many years has Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. increased its dividend?
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. has increased its dividend for 2 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.