Simply Good Foods (SMPL)
Market Price (8/30/2026): $10.93 | Market Cap: $983.1 MilSector: Consumer Staples | Industry: Packaged Foods & Meats
Simply Good Foods (SMPL)
Market Price (8/30/2026): $10.93Market Cap: $983.1 MilSector: Consumer StaplesIndustry: Packaged Foods & Meats
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Attractive cash flow generationCFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11% Attractive yieldFCF Yield is 12% Low stock price volatilityVol 12M is 50% Megatrend and thematic driversMegatrends include Health & Wellness Trends. Themes include Functional Foods & Beverages, and Nutritional Supplements. | Weak multi-year price returns2Y Excs Rtn is -103%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -142% | Weak revenue growthRev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -4.5%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -6.3% Yield minus risk free rate is negativeERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -25% Key risksSMPL key risks include [1] the substantial performance decline and financial impairment of its Atkins brand and [2] the threat from GLP-1 weight-loss drugs altering consumer demand for nutritional snacks. |
| Attractive cash flow generationCFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 11% |
| Attractive yieldFCF Yield is 12% |
| Low stock price volatilityVol 12M is 50% |
| Megatrend and thematic driversMegatrends include Health & Wellness Trends. Themes include Functional Foods & Beverages, and Nutritional Supplements. |
| Weak multi-year price returns2Y Excs Rtn is -103%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -142% |
| Weak revenue growthRev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -4.5%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -6.3% |
| Yield minus risk free rate is negativeERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is -25% |
| Key risksSMPL key risks include [1] the substantial performance decline and financial impairment of its Atkins brand and [2] the threat from GLP-1 weight-loss drugs altering consumer demand for nutritional snacks. |
Qualitative Assessment
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Updated on 8/26/2026
Simply Good Foods (SMPL) stock has lost about 20% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Weakened Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook and Negative Sales Trends.
The Simply Good Foods Company twice updated its fiscal year 2026 outlook downward during the period, reflecting significant headwinds. Following fiscal Q3 2026 earnings reported on July 9, 2026, the company projected fiscal year 2026 net sales to decline by approximately 7% to 6% year-over-year, and Adjusted EBITDA to decrease by 21% to 19% year-over-year. This followed an earlier update after fiscal Q2 2026 results (reported April 9, 2026), where net sales were expected to decline by 10% to 7% year-over-year and Adjusted EBITDA by 22% to 19% year-over-year. The actual net sales for fiscal Q3 2026 decreased 6.3% to $357.0 million compared to the prior year.
2. Significant Impairment Charges and Net Losses.
The company reported substantial net losses, driven by large non-cash impairment charges. In fiscal Q2 2026 (reported April 9, 2026), Simply Good Foods recorded a net loss of $159.7 million, including a $187 million impairment charge against OWYN brand intangible assets. This trend continued into fiscal Q3 2026 (reported July 9, 2026), with a net loss of $52.0 million, primarily due to an $82.0 million non-cash impairment charge.
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Simply Good Foods (SMPL) stock has lost about 20% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Weakened Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook and Negative Sales Trends.
The Simply Good Foods Company twice updated its fiscal year 2026 outlook downward during the period, reflecting significant headwinds. Following fiscal Q3 2026 earnings reported on July 9, 2026, the company projected fiscal year 2026 net sales to decline by approximately 7% to 6% year-over-year, and Adjusted EBITDA to decrease by 21% to 19% year-over-year. This followed an earlier update after fiscal Q2 2026 results (reported April 9, 2026), where net sales were expected to decline by 10% to 7% year-over-year and Adjusted EBITDA by 22% to 19% year-over-year. The actual net sales for fiscal Q3 2026 decreased 6.3% to $357.0 million compared to the prior year.
2. Significant Impairment Charges and Net Losses.
The company reported substantial net losses, driven by large non-cash impairment charges. In fiscal Q2 2026 (reported April 9, 2026), Simply Good Foods recorded a net loss of $159.7 million, including a $187 million impairment charge against OWYN brand intangible assets. This trend continued into fiscal Q3 2026 (reported July 9, 2026), with a net loss of $52.0 million, primarily due to an $82.0 million non-cash impairment charge.
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Updated on 8/26/2026
Simply Good Foods (SMPL) stock has lost about 20% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Weakened Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook and Negative Sales Trends.
The Simply Good Foods Company twice updated its fiscal year 2026 outlook downward during the period, reflecting significant headwinds. Following fiscal Q3 2026 earnings reported on July 9, 2026, the company projected fiscal year 2026 net sales to decline by approximately 7% to 6% year-over-year, and Adjusted EBITDA to decrease by 21% to 19% year-over-year. This followed an earlier update after fiscal Q2 2026 results (reported April 9, 2026), where net sales were expected to decline by 10% to 7% year-over-year and Adjusted EBITDA by 22% to 19% year-over-year. The actual net sales for fiscal Q3 2026 decreased 6.3% to $357.0 million compared to the prior year.
2. Significant Impairment Charges and Net Losses.
The company reported substantial net losses, driven by large non-cash impairment charges. In fiscal Q2 2026 (reported April 9, 2026), Simply Good Foods recorded a net loss of $159.7 million, including a $187 million impairment charge against OWYN brand intangible assets. This trend continued into fiscal Q3 2026 (reported July 9, 2026), with a net loss of $52.0 million, primarily due to an $82.0 million non-cash impairment charge.
3. Deteriorating Brand Performance, particularly Atkins.
A core factor contributing to the sales decline was the underperformance of key brands within the company's portfolio. In fiscal Q3 2026, Atkins brand sales experienced a significant decline of 24.6% year-over-year. Additionally, in fiscal Q2 2026, OWYN's quarterly sales contracted by nearly 17% year-over-year, with management acknowledging "product quality issues" and "strategic choices" that negatively impacted brand performance.
4. Analyst Downgrades and Price Target Cuts.
During the specified period, several analysts lowered their ratings and price targets for Simply Good Foods stock, reflecting a cautious sentiment regarding the company's future prospects. For example, TD Cowen reduced its price target to $11.00 from $13.00 on August 26, 2026, while maintaining a "hold" rating. Similarly, DA Davidson significantly cut its price target from $39.00 to $14.00, citing uncertainty in the company's turnaround efforts. The consensus analyst rating for SMPL shifted to "Hold" with an average target price of $15.00 as of late August 2026.
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Simply Good Foods (SMPL) stock has lost about 20% since 4/30/2026 because of the following key factors:
1. Weakened Fiscal Year 2026 Outlook and Negative Sales Trends.
The Simply Good Foods Company twice updated its fiscal year 2026 outlook downward during the period, reflecting significant headwinds. Following fiscal Q3 2026 earnings reported on July 9, 2026, the company projected fiscal year 2026 net sales to decline by approximately 7% to 6% year-over-year, and Adjusted EBITDA to decrease by 21% to 19% year-over-year. This followed an earlier update after fiscal Q2 2026 results (reported April 9, 2026), where net sales were expected to decline by 10% to 7% year-over-year and Adjusted EBITDA by 22% to 19% year-over-year. The actual net sales for fiscal Q3 2026 decreased 6.3% to $357.0 million compared to the prior year.
2. Significant Impairment Charges and Net Losses.
The company reported substantial net losses, driven by large non-cash impairment charges. In fiscal Q2 2026 (reported April 9, 2026), Simply Good Foods recorded a net loss of $159.7 million, including a $187 million impairment charge against OWYN brand intangible assets. This trend continued into fiscal Q3 2026 (reported July 9, 2026), with a net loss of $52.0 million, primarily due to an $82.0 million non-cash impairment charge.
3. Deteriorating Brand Performance, particularly Atkins.
A core factor contributing to the sales decline was the underperformance of key brands within the company's portfolio. In fiscal Q3 2026, Atkins brand sales experienced a significant decline of 24.6% year-over-year. Additionally, in fiscal Q2 2026, OWYN's quarterly sales contracted by nearly 17% year-over-year, with management acknowledging "product quality issues" and "strategic choices" that negatively impacted brand performance.
4. Analyst Downgrades and Price Target Cuts.
During the specified period, several analysts lowered their ratings and price targets for Simply Good Foods stock, reflecting a cautious sentiment regarding the company's future prospects. For example, TD Cowen reduced its price target to $11.00 from $13.00 on August 26, 2026, while maintaining a "hold" rating. Similarly, DA Davidson significantly cut its price target from $39.00 to $14.00, citing uncertainty in the company's turnaround efforts. The consensus analyst rating for SMPL shifted to "Hold" with an average target price of $15.00 as of late August 2026.
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Stock Movement Drivers
Fundamental Drivers
The -18.2% change in SMPL stock from 4/30/2026 to 8/29/2026 was primarily driven by a -19.0% change in the company's P/S Multiple.| (LTM values as of) | 4302026 | 8292026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 13.37 | 10.93 | -18.2% |
| Change Contribution By: | |||
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 1,416 | 1,392 | -1.7% |
| P/S Multiple | 0.9 | 0.7 | -19.0% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 92 | 90 | 2.7% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -18.2% |
Market Drivers
4/30/2026 to 8/29/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SMPL | -18.2% | |
| Market (SPY) | 7.1% | 8.2% |
| Sector (XLP) | 1.4% | 42.7% |
Fundamental Drivers
The -41.8% change in SMPL stock from 1/31/2026 to 8/29/2026 was primarily driven by a -44.8% change in the company's P/S Multiple.| (LTM values as of) | 1312026 | 8292026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 18.77 | 10.93 | -41.8% |
| Change Contribution By: | |||
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 1,450 | 1,392 | -4.0% |
| P/S Multiple | 1.3 | 0.7 | -44.8% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 99 | 90 | 9.8% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -41.8% |
Market Drivers
1/31/2026 to 8/29/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SMPL | -41.8% | |
| Market (SPY) | 11.5% | 11.3% |
| Sector (XLP) | 2.9% | 26.9% |
Fundamental Drivers
The -64.1% change in SMPL stock from 7/31/2025 to 8/29/2026 was primarily driven by a -66.5% change in the company's P/S Multiple.| (LTM values as of) | 7312025 | 8292026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 30.46 | 10.93 | -64.1% |
| Change Contribution By: | |||
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 1,458 | 1,392 | -4.5% |
| P/S Multiple | 2.1 | 0.7 | -66.5% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 101 | 90 | 12.2% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -64.1% |
Market Drivers
7/31/2025 to 8/29/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SMPL | -64.1% | |
| Market (SPY) | 22.7% | 6.3% |
| Sector (XLP) | 9.3% | 28.0% |
Fundamental Drivers
The -71.8% change in SMPL stock from 7/31/2023 to 8/29/2026 was primarily driven by a -78.1% change in the company's P/S Multiple.| (LTM values as of) | 7312023 | 8292026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 38.71 | 10.93 | -71.8% |
| Change Contribution By: | |||
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 1,196 | 1,392 | 16.4% |
| P/S Multiple | 3.2 | 0.7 | -78.1% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 100 | 90 | 10.6% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -71.8% |
Market Drivers
7/31/2023 to 8/29/2026| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SMPL | -71.8% | |
| Market (SPY) | 74.0% | 18.0% |
| Sector (XLP) | 21.5% | 35.4% |
Price Returns Compared
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Total [1] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | |||||||
| SMPL Return | 33% | -9% | 4% | -2% | -48% | -49% | -67% |
| Peers Return | 18% | 10% | 21% | 7% | -15% | -12% | 25% |
| S&P 500 Return | 27% | -19% | 24% | 23% | 16% | 13% | 106% |
Monthly Win Rates [3] | |||||||
| SMPL Win Rate | 58% | 42% | 58% | 33% | 25% | 25% | |
| Peers Win Rate | 57% | 50% | 52% | 45% | 42% | 50% | |
| S&P 500 Win Rate | 75% | 42% | 67% | 75% | 67% | 50% | |
Max Drawdowns [4] | |||||||
| SMPL Max Drawdown | -17% | -34% | -19% | -27% | -53% | -52% | |
| Peers Max Drawdown | -16% | -17% | -20% | -17% | -29% | -33% | |
| S&P 500 Max Drawdown | -5% | -25% | -10% | -8% | -19% | -9% | |
[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2021
[2] Peers: BRBR, POST, HSY, MDLZ, PEP.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2026 data is for the year up to 8/28/2026 (YTD)
How Low Can It Go
| Event | SMPL | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind | ||
| % Loss | -11.5% | -7.8% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 13.0% | 8.5% |
| Time to Breakeven | 92 days | 18 days |
| Summer-Fall 2023 Five Percent Yield Shock | ||
| % Loss | -17.0% | -9.5% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 20.5% | 10.5% |
| Time to Breakeven | 33 days | 24 days |
| 2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening | ||
| % Loss | -30.1% | -24.5% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 43.1% | 32.4% |
| Time to Breakeven | 475 days | 427 days |
| 2020 COVID-19 Crash | ||
| % Loss | -40.0% | -33.7% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 66.8% | 50.9% |
| Time to Breakeven | 134 days | 140 days |
| Q4 2018 Fed Policy Error / Growth Scare | ||
| % Loss | -11.2% | -19.2% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 12.6% | 23.8% |
| Time to Breakeven | 10 days | 105 days |
In The Past
Simply Good Foods's stock fell -11.5% during the 2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind. Such a loss loss requires a 13.0% gain to breakeven.
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| Event | SMPL | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Inflation Shock & Fed Tightening | ||
| % Loss | -30.1% | -24.5% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 43.1% | 32.4% |
| Time to Breakeven | 475 days | 427 days |
| 2020 COVID-19 Crash | ||
| % Loss | -40.0% | -33.7% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 66.8% | 50.9% |
| Time to Breakeven | 134 days | 140 days |
In The Past
Simply Good Foods's stock fell -11.5% during the 2024 Yen Carry Trade Unwind. Such a loss loss requires a 13.0% gain to breakeven.
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About Simply Good Foods (SMPL)
The Simply Good Foods Company (SMPL) is a consumer packaged food and beverage company that develops, markets, and sells a diverse portfolio of snacks and meal replacements. Operating across North America and internationally, the company focuses on providing convenient, health-conscious food options for consumers seeking products aligned with nutritional goals such as high protein or low carbohydrate diets.
Simply Good Foods' extensive product lineup includes popular items like protein bars, ready-to-drink shakes, sweet and salty snacks, cookies, and protein chips. It also offers more complete meal solutions such as pizza and licensed frozen meals. These products are primarily sold under its well-recognized and trusted brands: Atkins, Atkins Endulge, and Quest, which are known for their focus on better-for-you nutrition.
The company reaches its customers through a wide array of distribution channels. This includes traditional retail outlets such as mass merchandise, grocery, drug stores, club stores, convenience stores, and gas stations. Furthermore, Simply Good Foods maintains a robust e-commerce presence, selling its products directly to consumers via its brand websites like atkins.com and questnutrition.com, as well as through major online platforms such as amazon.com.
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Here are a few analogies for Simply Good Foods (SMPL):
- It's like the PepsiCo for protein snacks and meal replacements.
- It's like the General Mills for 'better-for-you' convenience foods.
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- Protein bars: Snack or meal replacement bars designed for high protein content.
- Ready-to-drink shakes: Convenient, pre-mixed beverages offering quick protein and meal replacement options.
- Sweet and salty snacks: A diverse range of snack items catering to various taste preferences.
- Cookies: Baked goods often formulated with specific nutritional profiles.
- Pizza: A savory meal option, likely offered as a frozen meal.
- Protein chips: Crispy snacks fortified with additional protein.
- Confectionery products: Sweet treats and candies.
- Licensed frozen meals: Pre-prepared meals available in the freezer aisle, often under the Atkins brand.
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The Simply Good Foods Company (SMPL) sells its products primarily to other companies, which are retailers and e-commerce platforms, rather than directly to individuals, although it does operate its own e-commerce channels. Its major customers are the large retail chains that distribute its products to end consumers.
Based on the description of its distribution channels, which include mass merchandise, grocery and drug channels, club stores, convenience stores, gas stations, and e-commerce channels, its major customers likely include:
- Walmart Inc. (WMT)
- The Kroger Co. (KR)
- Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)
- Target Corporation (TGT)
- Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)
- Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA)
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Joseph E. Scalzo
President and CEO and Director
Joseph E. Scalzo was reappointed President and CEO of Simply Good Foods in January 2026, having previously held the role until July 2023 and serving as Executive Vice Chairman until August 2024. During his previous decade-long tenure at Simply Good Foods and its predecessor, Atkins Nutritionals, Inc., he oversaw the company's public market debut in 2017 and led the acquisition and integration of Quest Nutrition. Scalzo was a partner at Centerview Capital Consumer from October 2024 until his return to Simply Good Foods. He is recognized as a "key architect" in the company's development.
Chris Bealer
Chief Financial Officer
Chris Bealer was appointed Chief Financial Officer of Simply Good Foods effective July 3, 2025, after joining the company as Senior Vice President of Finance on April 1, 2025. He has nearly 23 years of experience in consumer packaged goods and consumer durables, including leadership positions at Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC and Whirlpool Corporation. His earlier career included finance roles at Big Heart Pet Brands, Del Monte Foods, and H.J. Heinz Company.
Amy Held
Chief Human Resources Officer
Amy Held serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Simply Good Foods.
Timothy Kraft
Chief Legal and Corporate Development Officer
Timothy Kraft holds the position of Chief Legal and Corporate Development Officer at Simply Good Foods.
Mike Clawson
Chief Commercial Officer and General Manager Quest
Mike Clawson is the Chief Commercial Officer and General Manager for the Quest brand at Simply Good Foods.
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Key Risks for Simply Good Foods (SMPL)
- Shifting Consumer Dietary Preferences and Health Trends: Simply Good Foods' core brands, Atkins and Quest, are deeply tied to specific dietary philosophies such as low-carbohydrate and high-protein. A significant change in prevailing consumer health trends or dietary preferences away from these nutritional approaches could reduce demand for their primary product offerings.
- Intense Competition and Retailer Dynamics: The snack and meal replacement markets are highly competitive and fragmented, with numerous established food companies, emerging brands, and increasing prevalence of private-label alternatives from retailers. This competitive environment can lead to pricing pressure, increased marketing expenses, and challenges in maintaining or expanding shelf space and market share.
- Supply Chain Volatility and Ingredient Cost Inflation: As a consumer packaged food company, Simply Good Foods is susceptible to fluctuations in the cost and availability of key raw materials, including various protein sources, sweeteners, and packaging. Global supply chain disruptions, commodity price volatility, and inflationary pressures can impact production costs, profitability, and potentially necessitate price adjustments that could affect consumer demand.
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The emergence and rapid adoption of GLP-1 receptor agonists (e.g., Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound) represent a clear emerging threat. These medications fundamentally alter appetite and metabolic function, potentially reducing demand for high-protein, low-carbohydrate snacks and meal replacements that are core to Simply Good Foods' brands like Atkins and Quest, which are often utilized for weight management and satiety.
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The addressable markets for Simply Good Foods' main products and services in North America are substantial, reflecting growing consumer interest in health and wellness, convenient nutrition, and specialized dietary options.
- Protein Bars: The North American protein bar market was valued at approximately USD 6.29 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach around USD 12.66 billion by 2033, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.10% from 2025 to 2033. Another estimate places the North American protein bar market at USD 7.95 billion in 2026, projected to reach USD 12.73 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 9.87%.
- Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Protein Shakes: The global Ready-to-Drink Shakes Market was estimated at USD 12.36 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 17.87 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.65% during this period. North America commands a significant share of this market, accounting for 36.11% in 2024. This implies a North American market size of approximately USD 4.46 billion in 2025.
- Healthy Snacks (including sweet and salty snacks, cookies, protein chips, confectionery products): The North American healthy snacks market generated a revenue of approximately USD 41.73 billion (USD 41,725.5 million) in 2025 and is expected to reach approximately USD 69.36 billion (US$ 69357.0 million) by 2033, demonstrating a CAGR of 6.6% from 2026 to 2033. The U.S. healthy snacks market alone is projected to reach USD 37.9 billion in 2024.
- Low-Carb Food Products (Atkins, low-carb pizza, frozen meals): The low-carb diet market in North America accounts for approximately USD 5.3 billion in revenue. The global low-carb food market was valued at USD 16 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand to USD 30 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 9.0%. North America accounts for a significant portion of global sales in the low-fat and low-carb foods market, estimated at approximately 40%.
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Here are the expected drivers of future revenue growth for The Simply Good Foods Company (SMPL) over the next 2-3 years:
- Strong Performance and Growth of the Quest Brand: The Quest brand is a significant driver of revenue growth, with analysts projecting double-digit growth. This growth is anticipated to be fueled by ongoing innovation and strong performance, particularly within its salty snacks business.
- Contribution from the OWYN Acquisition: The acquisition of OWYN is expected to continue significantly boosting revenue and profitability. Growth is projected through expanding distribution, increasing household penetration, and enhancing brand awareness, which are currently seen as below those of its peers.
- Innovation and New Product Launches: Simply Good Foods plans to drive growth by introducing new and delicious innovations, particularly within its Quest and OWYN brands. Recent successful launches include the Quest milkshake and new Hero Crispy and Overload bars, which are building distribution and positive consumer feedback.
- Expansion of Distribution and Increased Household Penetration: The company is focused on adding new distribution points ("adding new doors") and driving greater brand awareness and household penetration for its growth brands, Quest and OWYN. Efforts for OWYN specifically aim to broaden its physical availability and consumer reach.
- Leveraging Industry Tailwinds in Health and Wellness: Simply Good Foods is well-positioned to capitalize on several favorable industry trends. These include the robust growth of the healthy snacks market and the increasing mainstream consumer demand for high-protein, low-sugar, and low-carb food and beverage options.
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Share Repurchases
- In October 2025, the Board of Directors approved an additional $150 million for its stock repurchase program, increasing the total allocation to $171 million.
- The company repurchased 5 million shares for $100 million in Q1 fiscal year 2026 (ended November 29, 2025).
- In January 2026, the Board authorized a $200 million increase to the existing share repurchase program.
Share Issuance
- No significant public share issuances for capital raising were identified within the last 3-5 years.
Outbound Investments
- In 2019, The Simply Good Foods Company acquired Quest Nutrition for $1 billion.
- In 2024, the company acquired OWYN (Only What You Need) for $280 million.
Capital Expenditures
- Capital expenditures in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 totaled $2.1 million.
- In the last 12 months, capital expenditures amounted to $22.33 million.
- For fiscal year 2026, projected capital expenditures are $13 million, with a primary focus on expanding product offerings and enhancing nutritional value.
Peer Outperformance in Packaged Foods & Meats
SMPL has trailed 67% of its 46 Packaged Foods & Meats peers over 5Y. Among the peers that beat it are CALM, SJM and PPC. Packaged Foods & Meats ranks 10th of 12 industries in Consumer Staples by median 5Y return. The sector’s gains have largely come from elsewhere.
Share of Packaged Foods & Meats constituents that SMPL has outperformed, by holding period. Peers without a full price history over a given window are excluded from that window.
1Y
18%
of 51 industry peers · -61.8% return
3Y
26%
of 50 industry peers · -70.0% return
5Y
33%
of 46 industry peers · -69.3% return
Packaged Foods & Meats peers with revenue growth within 4pp of SMPL's that beat it on at least 2 of 3 windows, and by at least 20pp over 5Y. Growth is matched by construction, so the gap is largely a re-rating gap. The multiple column is the context for it.
| Ticker | Name | Rev Growth 3Y Avg | P/E | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 5Y Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMPL | Simply Good Foods | 5.5% | -4.9x | -61.8% | -70.0% | -69.3% | — |
| CALM | Cal-Maine Foods | 8.5% | 11.9x | -28.6% | 92.5% | 188.8% | +258pp |
| SJM | JM Smucker | 2.7% | 61.6x | 24.7% | 3.3% | 29.6% | +99pp |
| PPC | Pilgrims Pride | 2.6% | 13.8x | -28.7% | 41.4% | 28.9% | +98pp |
| POST | Post | 8.5% | 13.1x | -24.6% | -5.1% | 16.5% | +86pp |
| MDLZ | Mondelez International | 5.2% | 68.3x | 5.0% | -5.0% | 14.5% | +84pp |
Price returns, excluding dividends. P/E shown for context only and not used for matching.
Median price return by industry across the Consumer Staples sector, ranked by 5Y. Packaged Foods & Meats is SMPL's own industry. Use this to see which corners of the sector have carried the returns.
| Industry | Names | 1Y med | 3Y med | 5Y med | Top 3 by 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Distributors | 8 | 3.4% | 31.1% | 64.6% | CHEF 286% · USFD 221% · ANDE 132% |
| Consumer Staples Merchandise Retail | 12 | 4.3% | 39.3% | 50.4% | NGVC 187% · VLGEA 140% · WMT 123% |
| Tobacco | 6 | -15.4% | 14.1% | 49.0% | PM 135% · MO 103% · TPB 74% |
| Food Retail | 6 | -13.0% | 67.1% | 32.6% | CASY 280% · SFM 230% · KR 39% |
| Soft Drinks & Non-alcoholic Beverages | 12 | -3.8% | -13.5% | 15.1% | COKE 418% · BRFH 205% · CCHGY 113% |
| Brewers | 3 | -13.4% | -26.3% | 4.7% | BUD 41% · TAP 5% · SAM -68% |
| Agricultural Products & Services | 11 | -2.5% | -3.3% | -15.4% | BG 74% · ADM 56% · INGR 37% |
| Household Products | 19 | 4.2% | -4.5% | -24.7% | IPAR 81% · ACU 71% · CL 32% |
| Personal Care Products | 4 | -5.8% | -23.8% | -26.6% | ELF 238% · PG 14% · EL -68% |
| Packaged Foods & Meats ← | 47 | -18.5% | -27.8% | -30.4% | MAMA 550% · LWAY 390% · SENEA 310% |
| Distillers & Vintners | 5 | -45.5% | -59.1% | -72.6% | STZ -32% · BF-B -57% · MGPI -73% |
| Drug Retail | 3 | -38.8% | -83.4% | -92.6% | HITI -65% · PETS -93% · SCNX -99% |
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Financials
| Median | |
|---|---|
| Name | |
| Mkt Price | 73.85 |
| Mkt Cap | 20.0 |
| Rev LTM | 10,288 |
| Op Inc LTM | 1,505 |
| FCF LTM | 1,391 |
| FCF 3Y Avg | 1,125 |
| CFO LTM | 1,825 |
| CFO 3Y Avg | 1,644 |
Growth & Margins
| Median | |
|---|---|
| Name | |
| Rev Chg LTM | 6.0% |
| Rev Chg 3Y Avg | 5.3% |
| Rev Chg Q | 4.2% |
| QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM | 1.0% |
| Op Inc Chg LTM | -2.6% |
| Op Inc Chg 3Y Avg | 4.6% |
| Op Mgn LTM | 12.4% |
| Op Mgn 3Y Avg | 14.5% |
| QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM | 0.5% |
| CFO/Rev LTM | 11.5% |
| CFO/Rev 3Y Avg | 12.8% |
| FCF/Rev LTM | 9.0% |
| FCF/Rev 3Y Avg | 8.9% |
Valuation
| Median | |
|---|---|
| Name | |
| Mkt Cap | 20.0 |
| P/S | 1.3 |
| P/Op Inc | 9.8 |
| P/EBIT | 9.1 |
| P/E | 15.8 |
| P/CFO | 10.1 |
| Total Yield | 7.4% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.5% |
| FCF Yield 3Y Avg | 5.8% |
| D/E | 0.4 |
| Net D/E | 0.3 |
Price Behavior
Price Behavior
| Market Price | $10.93 | |
| Market Cap ($ Bil) | 1.0 | |
| First Trading Date | 09/10/2014 | |
| Distance from 52W High | -61.9% | |
| 50 Days | 200 Days | |
| DMA Price | $11.98 | $15.00 |
| DMA Trend | down | down |
| Distance from DMA | -8.8% | -27.1% |
| 3M | 1YR | |
| Volatility | 54.6% | 49.8% |
| Downside Capture | 38.24 | 42.27 |
| Upside Capture | 10.23 | -78.58 |
| Correlation (SPY) | 12.4% | 5.1% |
SMPL Betas & Captures as of 7/31/2026
[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
| 1M | 2M | 3M | 6M | 1Y | 3Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beta | 0.49 | 0.05 | -0.01 | 0.29 | 0.15 | 0.41 |
| Up Beta | 0.36 | 0.37 | 0.33 | 0.57 | 0.67 | 0.68 |
| Down Beta | 2.44 | 0.09 | 0.27 | 0.70 | 0.54 | 0.37 |
| Up Capture | -193% | -42% | -69% | -42% | -39% | -1% |
| Bmk +ve Days | 11 | 22 | 35 | 67 | 138 | 427 |
| Stock +ve Days | 9 | 23 | 30 | 58 | 114 | 362 |
| Down Capture | 192% | 36% | 44% | 81% | 59% | 79% |
| Bmk -ve Days | 11 | 21 | 28 | 59 | 114 | 326 |
| Stock -ve Days | 13 | 20 | 33 | 67 | 134 | 383 |
[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
| Annualized Return | Annualized Volatility | Sharpe Ratio | Correlation with SMPL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMPL | -62.6% | 49.7% | -1.80 | - |
| Sector ETF (XLP) | 8.0% | 14.4% | 0.31 | 27.8% |
| Equity (SPY) | 20.1% | 12.8% | 1.16 | 4.9% |
| Gold (GLD) | 30.9% | 29.0% | 0.92 | -10.2% |
| Commodities (DBC) | 39.9% | 20.3% | 1.54 | -23.1% |
| Real Estate (VNQ) | 9.9% | 13.7% | 0.44 | 17.8% |
| Bitcoin (BTCUSD) | -27.5% | 43.6% | -0.61 | -9.3% |
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Based On 5-Year Data
| Annualized Return | Annualized Volatility | Sharpe Ratio | Correlation with SMPL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMPL | -20.6% | 35.6% | -0.57 | - |
| Sector ETF (XLP) | 5.9% | 13.7% | 0.21 | 40.4% |
| Equity (SPY) | 13.1% | 17.2% | 0.59 | 32.5% |
| Gold (GLD) | 19.7% | 18.7% | 0.85 | -0.6% |
| Commodities (DBC) | 11.5% | 19.6% | 0.46 | -0.3% |
| Real Estate (VNQ) | 2.0% | 18.9% | 0.00 | 33.9% |
| Bitcoin (BTCUSD) | 10.4% | 52.6% | 0.38 | 10.1% |
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Based On 10-Year Data
| Annualized Return | Annualized Volatility | Sharpe Ratio | Correlation with SMPL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMPL | -0.8% | 37.3% | 0.09 | - |
| Sector ETF (XLP) | 7.3% | 14.9% | 0.35 | 41.6% |
| Equity (SPY) | 15.2% | 17.9% | 0.72 | 39.3% |
| Gold (GLD) | 12.2% | 16.3% | 0.61 | -1.1% |
| Commodities (DBC) | 7.3% | 18.0% | 0.33 | 9.6% |
| Real Estate (VNQ) | 5.0% | 20.7% | 0.20 | 35.7% |
| Bitcoin (BTCUSD) | 64.0% | 66.1% | 1.04 | 8.2% |
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Returns Analyses
Earnings Returns History
Updated 8/11/2026| Forward Returns | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Date | 1D Returns | 5D Returns | 21D Returns |
| 7/9/2026 | 1.3% | -7.5% | -13.0% |
| 4/9/2026 | -18.1% | -18.7% | -13.7% |
| 1/8/2026 | 6.6% | 8.4% | -10.5% |
| 10/23/2025 | -17.3% | -21.1% | -19.4% |
| 7/10/2025 | -0.1% | 2.3% | -7.2% |
| 4/9/2025 | 9.2% | 13.6% | 8.0% |
| 1/8/2025 | -2.5% | -10.3% | 0.3% |
| 10/24/2024 | 3.3% | 5.2% | 21.3% |
| ... | |||
| SUMMARY STATS | |||
| # Positive | 9 | 9 | 7 |
| # Negative | 8 | 8 | 10 |
| Median Positive | 4.7% | 7.8% | 10.1% |
| Median Negative | -8.2% | -7.6% | -11.8% |
| Max Positive | 9.2% | 17.0% | 21.3% |
| Max Negative | -18.1% | -21.1% | -20.8% |
| Forward Returns | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Date | 1D Returns | 5D Returns | 21D Returns |
| 7/9/2026 | 1.3% | -7.5% | -13.0% |
| 4/9/2026 | -18.1% | -18.7% | -13.7% |
| 1/8/2026 | 6.6% | 8.4% | -10.5% |
| 10/23/2025 | -17.3% | -21.1% | -19.4% |
| 7/10/2025 | -0.1% | 2.3% | -7.2% |
| 4/9/2025 | 9.2% | 13.6% | 8.0% |
| 1/8/2025 | -2.5% | -10.3% | 0.3% |
| 10/24/2024 | 3.3% | 5.2% | 21.3% |
| 10/24/2023 | 6.9% | 13.4% | 20.5% |
| 6/29/2023 | 3.4% | 7.8% | 10.1% |
| 4/5/2023 | -4.8% | -6.4% | -4.4% |
| 1/5/2023 | -8.7% | -6.5% | -5.6% |
| 6/30/2022 | -8.3% | -7.4% | -20.8% |
| 4/6/2022 | 4.7% | 7.8% | -0.2% |
| 1/5/2022 | -8.2% | -7.8% | -16.4% |
| 10/22/2021 | 8.6% | 17.0% | 13.7% |
| 5/14/2021 | 0.7% | 3.0% | 6.9% |
| SUMMARY STATS | |||
| # Positive | 9 | 9 | 7 |
| # Negative | 8 | 8 | 10 |
| Median Positive | 4.7% | 7.8% | 10.1% |
| Median Negative | -8.2% | -7.6% | -11.8% |
| Max Positive | 9.2% | 17.0% | 21.3% |
| Max Negative | -18.1% | -21.1% | -20.8% |
SEC Filings
Expand for More| Report Date | Filing Date | Filing |
|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2026 | 07/09/2026 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2026 | 04/09/2026 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2025 | 01/08/2026 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2025 | 10/28/2025 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2025 | 04/09/2025 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2024 | 01/08/2025 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2024 | 10/29/2024 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 10-Q |
| 02/29/2024 | 04/04/2024 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2023 | 01/04/2024 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2023 | 10/24/2023 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2023 | 06/29/2023 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2023 | 04/05/2023 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2022 | 01/05/2023 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2022 | 10/21/2022 | 10-K |
| Report Date | Filing Date | Filing |
|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2026 | 07/09/2026 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2026 | 04/09/2026 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2025 | 01/08/2026 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2025 | 10/28/2025 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2025 | 04/09/2025 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2024 | 01/08/2025 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2024 | 10/29/2024 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 10-Q |
| 02/29/2024 | 04/04/2024 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2023 | 01/04/2024 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2023 | 10/24/2023 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2023 | 06/29/2023 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2023 | 04/05/2023 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2022 | 01/05/2023 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2022 | 10/21/2022 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2022 | 06/30/2022 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2022 | 04/06/2022 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2021 | 01/05/2022 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2021 | 10/26/2021 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2021 | 07/08/2021 | 10-Q |
| 02/28/2021 | 04/08/2021 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2020 | 01/07/2021 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2020 | 10/28/2020 | 10-K |
| 05/31/2020 | 07/09/2020 | 10-Q |
| 02/29/2020 | 04/06/2020 | 10-Q |
| 11/30/2019 | 01/09/2020 | 10-Q |
| 08/31/2019 | 10/30/2019 | 10-K |
Recent Forward Guidance
Updated 7/27/2026Latest: Q3 2026 Earnings Reported 7/9/2026
| Forward Guidance | Guidance Change | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Low | Mid | High | % Chg | % Delta | Change | Prior |
| Q4 2026 Net Sales | 322.00 Mil | 327.00 Mil | 332.00 Mil | -1.9% | Lower New | Guidance: 333.50 Mil for Q3 2026 | |
| Q4 2026 Adjusted EBITDA | 52.00 Mil | 54.50 Mil | 57.00 Mil | 13.5% | Higher New | Guidance: 48.00 Mil for Q3 2026 | |
| 2026 Net Sales | 1.34 Bil | 1.35 Bil | 1.35 Bil | 1.5% | Raised | Guidance: 1.33 Bil for 2026 | |
| 2026 Adjusted EBITDA | 220.00 Mil | 222.50 Mil | 225.00 Mil | 0.7% | Raised | Guidance: 221.00 Mil for 2026 | |
| 2026 Capital Expenditures | 20.00 Mil | 22.50 Mil | 25.00 Mil | ||||
Prior: Q2 2026 Earnings Reported 4/9/2026
| Forward Guidance | Guidance Change | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Low | Mid | High | % Chg | % Delta | Change | Prior |
| Q3 2026 Revenue | 329.00 Mil | 333.50 Mil | 338.00 Mil | ||||
| Q3 2026 Adjusted EBITDA | 46.00 Mil | 48.00 Mil | 50.00 Mil | ||||
| 2026 Revenue | 1.31 Bil | 1.33 Bil | 1.35 Bil | ||||
| 2026 Revenue Growth | -10.0% | -8.5% | -7.0% | -8.5% | Lowered | Guidance: 0.0% for 2026 | |
| 2026 Gross Margin Change | -3.5% | -3.25% | -3.0% | -2.0% | Lowered | Guidance: -1.25% for 2026 | |
| 2026 Adjusted EBITDA | 217.00 Mil | 221.00 Mil | 225.00 Mil | ||||
| 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Growth | -22.0% | -20.5% | -19.0% | -19.0% | Lowered | Guidance: -1.5% for 2026 | |
Q1 2026 Earnings Reported 1/8/2026
| Forward Guidance | Guidance Change | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Low | Mid | High | % Chg | % Delta | Change | Prior |
| 2026 Net Sales Growth | -2.0% | 0.0% | 2.0% | 0.0% | Affirmed | Guidance: 0.0% for 2026 | |
| 2026 Gross Margin Decline | -1.5% | -1.25% | -1.0% | 0.0% | Affirmed | Guidance: -1.25% for 2026 | |
| 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Growth | -4.0% | -1.5% | 1.0% | 0.0% | Affirmed | Guidance: -1.5% for 2026 | |
| 2026 Net Interest Expense | 19.00 Mil | 20.00 Mil | 21.00 Mil | ||||
| 2026 Weighted Average Diluted Share Count | 96.00 Mil | ||||||
| 2026 Effective Tax Rate | 25.0% | ||||||
Q4 2025 Earnings Reported 10/23/2025
| Forward Guidance | Guidance Change | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metric | Low | Mid | High | % Chg | % Delta | Change | Prior |
| 2026 Net Sales Growth | -2.0% | 0.0% | 2.0% | -9.0% | Lower New | Guidance: 9.0% for 2025 | |
| 2026 Gross Margin Change | -1.5% | -1.25% | -1.0% | ||||
| 2026 Adjusted EBITDA Growth | -4.0% | -1.5% | 1.0% | -6.0% | Lower New | Guidance: 4.5% for 2025 | |
Insider Activity
Updated 7/24/2026| # | Owner | Title | Holding | Action | Filing Date | Price | Shares | Transacted Value | Value of Held Shares | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daley, Clayton C JR | Direct | Buy | 5182026 | 11.78 | 10,000 | 117,782 | 1,316,131 | Form | |
| 2 | Kilts, James M | Direct | Buy | 4242026 | 12.39 | 80,000 | 991,480 | 2,142,266 | Form | |
| 3 | Clawson, Michael L | Chief Commercial Officer | Direct | Buy | 11192025 | 20.00 | 5,000 | 100,000 | 752,400 | Form |
| 4 | Matthews, Timothy Allen | VP, Controller and CAO | Direct | Sell | 11122025 | 19.47 | 5,859 | 114,053 | 351,659 | Form |
| 5 | Bealer, Christopher J | Chief Financial Officer | Direct | Buy | 11102025 | 20.01 | 9,946 | 199,019 | 659,650 | Form |
| # | Owner | Title | Holding | Action | Filing Date | Price | Shares | Transacted Value | Value of Held Shares | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daley, Clayton C JR | Direct | Buy | 5182026 | 11.78 | 10,000 | 117,782 | 1,316,131 | Form | |
| 2 | Kilts, James M | Direct | Buy | 4242026 | 12.39 | 80,000 | 991,480 | 2,142,266 | Form | |
| 3 | Clawson, Michael L | Chief Commercial Officer | Direct | Buy | 11192025 | 20.00 | 5,000 | 100,000 | 752,400 | Form |
| 4 | Matthews, Timothy Allen | VP, Controller and CAO | Direct | Sell | 11122025 | 19.47 | 5,859 | 114,053 | 351,659 | Form |
| 5 | Bealer, Christopher J | Chief Financial Officer | Direct | Buy | 11102025 | 20.01 | 9,946 | 199,019 | 659,650 | Form |
| 6 | Tanner, Geoff E | President and CEO | Direct | Buy | 7232025 | 33.11 | 6,050 | 200,297 | 3,250,776 | Form |
Investor Activity (13F)
Updated Aug 30, 202613F holdings as of Mar 31, 2026 (Q1 2026)
Active managers (13F portfolio over $250M, at least 3 holdings) with a position over $5M that is either over 10% of their portfolio or held in a concentrated book of 50 or fewer total positions. Index/ETF, sovereign, bank, community-bank and charitable/donor-advised filers are excluded.
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