Grocery Outlet Holding Corp.
GOConsumer DefensiveNASDAQGrocery Stores
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Daily timeframeGrocery Outlet Holding Corp. operates as a retailer of consumables and fresh products sold through independently operated stores in the United States. Valued at $933.8M, GO is a small-cap name in its sector. It offers perishable department products, including dairy and deli; produce and floral; and meat and seafood.
Market Cap
$933.8M
Beta
0.64
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
14.99
EPS (TTM)
$-3.89
EPS (Fwd)
$0.63
ROE
-38.5%
ROA
1.5%
Cash
$59.0M
Total Debt
$1.84B
Free CF
-$60.7M
52W Change
-31.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. carries $1.84B in total debt against $59.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 31.2x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$60.7M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at -38.5%, which is negative for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 1.5% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $3.58B (2022) to $4.69B (2025), reflecting a 31% increase over the period.
The relatively low beta of 0.64 suggests GO is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. and its sector.