Ingles Markets Q1 net sales rise, margins improve

Ingles Markets, Incorporated

05/02/2026 12:40

Overview

U.S. grocer's fiscal Q1 net sales rose 6.6% yr/yr to $1.37 bln

Net income for fiscal Q1 rose to $28.1 mln from $16.6 mln yr/yr

EPS for Class A and B stocks increased compared to last year

Outlook

Company expects sufficient financial resources for future capital expenditures and debt service

Three stores closed by Hurricane Helene expected to reopen in 2026 and 2027

Result Drivers

SALES GROWTH - Net sales increased by 6.6% to $1.37 bln, driven by higher gross profit margins

DEBT REDUCTION - Total debt decreased to $511.5 mln from $529.4 mln yr/yr, aiding financial stability

STORE CLOSURES - Three stores remain closed due to Hurricane Helene, expected to reopen in 2026-2027

Key Details

Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
Q1 Sales
$1.37 bln
Q1 EPS
$1.48
Q1 Net Income
$28.13 mln
Q1 Gross Profit
$334.56 mln
Q1 Operating Income
$39.14 mln


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