GET DAILY SIGNALSWeis Markets (WMK) Posts Stronger Q3 Profits Despite Softer Core Sales
Key Takeaways
- Weis Markets reported third quarter 2026 total revenue of $1.28 billion, up 3.0% from $1.24 billion in the prior-year period.
- Third quarter net income rose 31.4% to $22.21 million, with earnings per share (EPS) of $0.90 compared with $0.69 a year earlier.
- Gross profit margin expanded to 25.5% from 24.8%, helped by improved inventory shrink performance and lower internal supply chain costs.
- Comparable store sales increased 1.3%, but fell 1.2% excluding fuel, reflecting cautious consumer spending and pharmacy pricing pressure.
- The Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.34 per share, payable November 23, 2026 to shareholders of record on November 9, 2026.
Why These Results Matter
Weis Markets operates 201 stores across seven Mid-Atlantic states, so its quarterly numbers offer a window into regional grocery demand and consumer behavior. The third quarter 2026 results come at a time when shoppers are staying value-conscious. The company is also dealing with Inflation Reduction Act-related pharmacy pricing shifts, egg price deflation, and weaker produce demand after a Cyclospora outbreak. Because fuel and pharmacy make up a notable share of sales, it is useful to look at how the core grocery business performs without those categories. The report also shows whether investments in stores, supply chain, and technology are supporting better profitability.
The Quarter in Detail
For the 13-week period ended September 26, 2026, total revenue reached $1.28 billion, a 3.0% increase from $1.24 billion a year earlier. Higher fuel sales and new store contributions drove most of the growth, while pharmacy, dairy, and produce sales declined. Pharmacy pricing pressure from the Inflation Reduction Act Medicare maximum fair price rules cut about $14.56 million from revenue and reduced overall growth by roughly 1.2 percentage points.
Comparable store sales rose 1.3% year over year, but comparable store sales excluding fuel dropped 1.2%. Gross profit increased 5.8% to $324.61 million, pushing the gross margin to 25.5% from 24.8%. Income from operations climbed 38.6% to $28.51 million. Net income reached $22.21 million, up 31.4% from $16.90 million, for EPS of $0.90 versus $0.69. On a 39-week basis, revenue grew 4.1% to $3.81 billion and net income rose 18.1% to $72.92 million, or $2.95 per share. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to see how the stock compares to others in the industry.
How the Market Reacted
Shares of WMK closed around $74.41 on November 3, 2026, down about 1.8% after the report. The modest decline suggests investors balanced stronger profitability against softer underlying grocery trends. The results highlight a cautious consumer environment where fuel sales and new stores are supporting top-line growth, while pharmacy pricing pressure and category deflation continue to weigh on the business. Focus remains on whether margin improvements can hold if discretionary grocery demand stays soft.
What to Watch Going Forward
Investors will track whether Weis Markets can maintain its improved gross margin, which benefited from better inventory shrink and lower supply chain costs. These efficiency gains could remain important even if revenue growth stays modest. Pharmacy pricing will stay relevant as the Inflation Reduction Act provisions continue to pressure the category. Consumer behavior is another key area, with value-focused shoppers contributing to the 1.2% decline in comparable store sales excluding fuel. Management’s price investments and loyalty program will face tests in the holiday quarter. Category issues such as egg price deflation and the produce disruption from the Cyclospora outbreak also warrant attention, along with fuel trends and new store performance.
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WMK's RSI Indicator leaves overbought zone
The 10-day RSI Indicator for WMK moved out of overbought territory on October 26, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. Traders may want to look at selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 28 instances where the indicator moved out of the overbought zone. In 24 of the 28 cases the stock moved lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move down at 86%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for WMK turned negative on October 29, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 40 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 26 of the 40 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 65%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where WMK declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 48%.
WMK broke above its upper Bollinger Band on October 22, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator demonstrated that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 2 days, which means it's wise to expect a price bounce in the near future.
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on November 02, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on WMK as a result. In 64 of 102 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are 63%.
WMK moved above its 50-day moving average on October 07, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for WMK crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on October 02, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In 9 of 19 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 47%.
Following a +6.90% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where WMK advanced for three days, in 194 of 319 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 61%.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In 100 of 207 cases where WMK Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 48%.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 25 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 48 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. WMK’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 51 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 77, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 78 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 79 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.353) is normal, around the industry mean (60733.477). P/E Ratio (18.895) is within average values for comparable stocks, (12.096). WMK's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.850) is slightly higher than the industry average of (0.979). Dividend Yield (0.018) settles around the average of (0.017) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.356) is also within normal values, averaging (10.259).
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