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Get filing alertsNational Beverage declares $3.25/share special dividend, reports FY2026 results
Filed July 2, 2026 · Period ending July 1, 2026 · ~1 min read
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Board declared $3.25 per share special cash dividend payable July 30, 2026 to shareholders of record July 13, 2026—the company's thirteenth special dividend in 22 years, bringing cumulative distributions to $19.78/share or $1.8B total.
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FY2026 net sales $1.2B (down slightly from prior 53-week year), gross margin held at 37%, diluted EPS $1.96 (down $0.04), while cash grew $156M to $350M, strengthening the balance sheet despite modest sales and earnings decline.
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New flavors PineApple CocoNut and Strawberry Peach driving strong velocity gains, with Strawberry Peach becoming one of the highest-velocity flavors in the portfolio, reflecting brand strength and innovation effectiveness.
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Management cited improving market dynamics including lower commodity costs and greater consumer spending flexibility as tailwinds for enhanced future performance.
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Summary
National Beverage declared a $3.25 per share special cash dividend payable July 30, 2026, marking its thirteenth such distribution in 22 years and bringing total cash returned to shareholders to $19.78 per share or over $1.8 billion. The dividend reflects the company's strong cash position, which grew $156 million to $350 million during fiscal 2026 despite modest headwinds in sales and earnings. For the 52 weeks ended May 2, 2026, National Beverage reported net sales of $1.2 billion (down slightly from the prior 53-week year), maintained a 37% gross margin, and delivered diluted EPS of $1.96 (down $0.04 from the prior year).
The company highlighted strong performance from new product innovations, particularly PineApple CocoNut and Strawberry Peach flavors, which are gaining distribution and velocity. Management expressed optimism about improving market conditions, citing lower commodity costs and greater consumer spending flexibility as favorable tailwinds for future performance. The special dividend and growing cash balance demonstrate the company's commitment to returning capital to shareholders while maintaining financial flexibility.
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Event · Item 8.01 — Other Events
Item 8.01 — Other Events filed; see Key Changes for terms.
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On July 1, 2026, the Company announced a special cash dividend of $3.25 per share to shareholders of record on July 13, 2026 to be paid on or before July 30, 2026.
National Beverage declared a special cash dividend of $3.25 per share. Shareholders of record as of July 13, 2026 will receive payment on or before July 30, 2026. This represents a return of capital to shareholders outside of regular quarterly dividends.
Event · Exhibit 99.1
National Beverage declared a $3.25/share special dividend and reported FY2026 results: $1.18B sales, $1.96 EPS, $350M cash.
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PineApple CocoNut continues to expand distribution and deliver strong velocity gains, while Strawberry Peach has become one of the highest-velocity flavors in our portfolio, reflecting both the power of our brands and the effectiveness of our unique operating model.
The company highlighted strong performance from new flavors, with PineApple CocoNut expanding distribution and gaining velocity, and Strawberry Peach becoming one of the highest-velocity flavors in the portfolio. Management emphasized innovation as a key driver of incremental demand and competitive positioning in a value-conscious market.
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Looking ahead, we are encouraged by improving market dynamics, including lower commodity costs and greater consumer spending flexibility. We believe these factors, combined with the momentum of our brands, create a favorable environment for enhanced performance.
Management expressed optimism about improving market conditions, citing lower commodity costs and greater consumer spending flexibility as tailwinds. The company believes these factors, combined with brand momentum and its strong balance sheet, position it well for future growth and enhanced performance.
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