NATL BEVERAGE DL-,01

National Beverage announces a special dividend and is relying on new LaCroix flavors as a growth driver. The company continues to focus on standalone brands like LaCroix, Shasta and Faygo, as well as efficient production and distribution. Management sees growth potential primarily in the trend toward calorie-free drinks and a broader market presence. » Altro su finanzen.net

Shares of National Beverage fell to a 52-week low of $30.71 (current price $30.20) and have a market capitalization of around $3.17 billion. For Q4 of fiscal 2026 the company reported EPS of $0.43, missing expectations, with weaker gross margins weighing on the result. UBS confirmed its sell recommendation and cut its price target from $35 to $33, while National Beverage announced a special dividend of $3.25 per share. Despite a 23.61% decline over the past year, the company has a return on total capital of 24% and is rated as strongly undervalued by InvestingPro. » Altro su de.investing.com

National Beverage's stock climbed intraday 13.4% to $35.15 after the company announced a $3.25 per-share special dividend (about a 10.5% yield). The payout will be made by July 30, 2026, to shareholders of record on July 13; the ex-dividend date is July 10. For fiscal 2026, National Beverage reported revenue of about $1.2 billion (flat) and a slightly lower net income, down from $186.8 million to $183.6 million; in the fourth quarter, EPS and revenue missed expectations. The dividend announcement dominated the market reaction and turned the stock markedly higher after months trading near its 52-week low. » Altro su de.investing.com