Global Finance News
15 Mar 2026, 10:48
National Beverage Corp. reported higher net income and improved margins for its fiscal third quarter ended January 31, 2026, despite softer sales and tariff-related cost pressures.
The beverage maker posted net sales of $265 million for the quarter, while gross profit reached $100 million, reflecting a 60-basis-point year-on-year improvement in margin. Earnings per share rose 5% to $0.44, and operating cash flow totaled $136 million, with cash on hand increasing to $314 million.
The company said shipment volumes improved in January, rising 7% despite disruptions caused by winter storms. National Beverage highlighted continued product innovation, including new LaCroix flavors such as Strawberry Peach and PineApple CocoNut, alongside new Shasta and Faygo zero-sugar beverages. Management added that it will monitor tariff-related cost increases and may adjust prices if necessary while aiming to limit the impact on consumers. Source: National Beverage Corp.
The beverage maker posted net sales of $265 million for the quarter, while gross profit reached $100 million, reflecting a 60-basis-point year-on-year improvement in margin. Earnings per share rose 5% to $0.44, and operating cash flow totaled $136 million, with cash on hand increasing to $314 million.
The company said shipment volumes improved in January, rising 7% despite disruptions caused by winter storms. National Beverage highlighted continued product innovation, including new LaCroix flavors such as Strawberry Peach and PineApple CocoNut, alongside new Shasta and Faygo zero-sugar beverages. Management added that it will monitor tariff-related cost increases and may adjust prices if necessary while aiming to limit the impact on consumers. Source: National Beverage Corp.