National Vision Holdings, Inc.
For the period ended Jul 4, 2026. Filed Aug 13, 2026.
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Jul 4, 2026 · Filed Aug 13, 2026
What changed in Management’s Discussion and Analysis?
Read the current filingPrevious report: 10-Q
Period ended 2026-04-04; filed 2026-05-14.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsCurrent report: 10-Q
Period ended 2026-07-04; filed 2026-08-13.
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of OperationsThe baseline is this issuer’s latest earlier reporting period of the same form that was filed before the current report. A previous 10-Q is a different quarter, not a year-over-year comparison. Amendments are excluded.
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Current report
In the three months ended July 4, 2026, we opened nine America’s Best stores, and closed two America’s Best stores. Overall, store count grew 3.3% from June 28, 2025 to July 4, 2026.
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SG&A of $243.4 million for the three months ended July 4, 2026 decreased $3.7 million, or 1.5%, compared to the three months ended June 28, 2025. As a percentage of net revenue, SG&A decreased 200 basis points primarily driven by lower associate-related expenses, including variable incentive compensation, of 180 basis points, and lower advertising expense of 50 basis points, partially offset by higher occupancy expense of 40 basis points, primarily driven by new and acquired locations.
Current report
We recognized $2.5 million of impairment charges during the three months ended July 4, 2026. We did not recognize any impairment charges during the three months ended June 28, 2025. The impairment charges recognized in the current period were related to the write-down of store lab assets in connection with our Eyeglass World lab optimization initiative, which is intended to improve operational efficiency by reducing in-store lab activity and utilizing alternative production capabilities. Asset impairment expenses were recognized in Corporate and other. Refer to Note 11. “Restructuring” for information regarding this initiative, including expected future restructuring activities and related costs and Note 1. “Description of Business and Basis of Presentation” and Note 3. “Fair Value Measurement” for further details.
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Six Months Ended July 4, 2026 compared to Six Months Ended June 28, 2025
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Net revenue
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Total net revenue of $1,042.7 million for the six months ended July 4, 2026 increased $45.9 million, or 4.6%, from $996.7 million for the six months ended June 28, 2025. The increase was primarily driven by Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth, new store sales and the timing of unearned revenue, partially offset by closed stores. Unearned and deferred revenue positively impacted net revenue by $16.0 million during the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025.
Current report
Net sales of services and plans for the six months ended July 4, 2026 increased $10.7 million, or 5.6%, compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025, driven primarily by higher exam revenues of $9.4 million.
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Costs applicable to revenue
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Costs applicable to revenue increased $21.9 million, or 5.4%, in the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025. As a percentage of net revenue, costs applicable to revenue increased 30 basis points and were primarily driven by a 60 basis-point decrease in eyeglass margin reflecting a strategic mix shift toward higher-value product offerings, partially offset by higher exam revenues of 30 basis points.
Current report
Costs of products as a percentage of net product sales increased 40 basis points, primarily driven by lower eyeglass margin reflecting a strategic mix shift toward higher-value product offerings.
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Selling, general and administrative
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Depreciation and amortization
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Depreciation and amortization expense of $46.7 million for the six months ended July 4, 2026 increased $1.2 million, or 2.6%, from $45.5 million for the six months ended June 28, 2025, primarily related to our existing stores and retail support centers, partially offset by lower depreciation associated with newer stores.
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Asset impairment
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Interest expense, net
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Interest expense, net of $6.2 million for the six months ended July 4, 2026, decreased $2.6 million from $8.8 million for the six months ended June 28, 2025. The change was primarily a result of lower interest expense of $2.4 million resulting from lower outstanding debt balance.
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Income tax provision
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(d)Amortization of deferred financing costs and other non-cash charges related to our debt. We adjust for amortization of deferred financing costs related to the 2025 Notes only when adjustment for these costs is not required in the calculation of diluted earnings per share under U.S. GAAP.
Current report
Cash flows provided by operating activities decreased by $16.7 million in the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025, primarily driven by cash flow related to changes in working capital of $57.4 million, which were primarily impacted by increased inventory purchases driven by a shift toward a more premium product mix and incentive-based compensation payments, partially offset by decreased investments in cloud hosted software. These were partially offset by an increase in net income of $20.7 million and an increase in non-cash adjustments of $20.0 million.
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Previous report
Cash flows provided by operating activities increased by $29.5 million in the three months ended April 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025 as a result of an increase in net income of $17.0 million, an increase in non-cash adjustments of $11.3 million, and changes in net working capital and other assets and liabilities of $1.2 million.
Previous report
Cash flow related to changes in working capital were positively impacted by the timing of vendor payments and accounts receivable, partially offset by increased inventory levels and the timing of unearned and deferred revenue.
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We are one of the largest optical retailers in the U.S. and a leader in the value segment of the U.S. optical retail industry. We believe that vision is central to quality of life and that people deserve to see their best to live their best. Our mission is to make quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. We achieve this by providing eye exams, eyeglasses and contact lenses to consumers across the nation. Our range of quality product offerings at multiple price points makes us an attractive destination for consumers of all income levels. As of April 4, 2026, we reach our customers through a diverse portfolio of 1,274 retail stores across four brands, our associated omni-channel consumer websites and our dedicated e-commerce consumer website.
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We are one of the largest optical retailers in the U.S. and a leader in the value segment of the U.S. optical retail industry. We believe that vision is central to quality of life and that people deserve to see their best to live their best. Our mission is to make quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. We achieve this by providing eye exams, eyeglasses and contact lenses to consumers across the nation. Our range of quality product offerings at multiple price points makes us an attractive destination for consumers of all income levels. As of July 4, 2026, we reach our customers through a diverse portfolio of 1,281 retail stores across four brands, our associated omni-channel consumer websites and our dedicated e-commerce consumer website.
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•Owned & Host - As of April 4, 2026, our owned brands consisted of 1,062 America’s Best Contacts and Eyeglasses (“America’s Best”) retail stores and 122 Eyeglass World retail stores. Our Host brands consisted of 72 Vista Optical locations on select military bases and 18 Vista Optical locations within select Fred Meyer stores as of April 4, 2026. All brands utilize our centralized laboratories. This segment also includes sales from our America’s Best, Eyeglass World, and Military omni-channel websites.
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•Owned & Host - As of July 4, 2026, our owned brands consisted of 1,069 America’s Best Contacts and Eyeglasses (“America’s Best”) retail stores and 122 Eyeglass World retail stores. Our Host brands consisted of 72 Vista Optical locations on select military bases and 18 Vista Optical locations within select Fred Meyer stores as of July 4, 2026. All brands utilize our centralized laboratories. This segment also includes sales from our America’s Best, Eyeglass World, and Military omni-channel websites.
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The United States has made changes to U.S. trade policy, including increasing tariffs on imports, in some cases significantly, and potentially negotiating or terminating existing trade agreements. For example, on April 2, 2025, the United States announced a new universal baseline tariff of 10%, plus an additional country-specific tariff for select trading partners, on all U.S. imports pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”). Additionally, on September 24, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security announced the initiation of an investigation into the effects on U.S. national security of imports of personal protective equipment, medical consumables, and medical equipment, including devices, which could result in the imposition of tariffs or other import restrictions. On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court declared that tariffs imposed under the IEEPA on April 2, 2025 (and the subsequent modifications) were invalid as they exceeded the President’s authority. Subsequently, the Administration announced a 10% temporary tariff on U.S. imports pursuant to Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, effective February 24, 2026. Such tariffs will remain for 150 days until July 24, 2026 (unless extended by Congress) and are being challenged in court. In March 2026, the Office of the United States Trade Representative launched two sets of investigations, targeting forced labor compliance practices of 60 countries/regions and excess manufacturing capacity of 16 countries/regions. These ongoing investigations may result in additional tariffs being imposed on imports from these trading partners. Further, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (“USMCA”), the free trade agreement among the U.S., Canada and Mexico, is undergoing a joint review in 2026. These actions, and retaliatory tariffs imposed by other countries on U.S. exports, have led to significant volatility and uncertainty in global markets, which is continuing. Additionally, the U.S. government has announced and rescinded multiple tariffs on several foreign jurisdictions, which has increased uncertainty regarding the ultimate effect of the tariffs on economic conditions. Less than 10% of our costs applicable to revenue are directly subject to tariffs on products from China. In Mexico, where our exposure relates to our outsourcing relationship with our third-party laboratory, we have mitigation plans in place, and we estimate that less than 1% of our costs applicable to revenue are subject to tariffs in Mexico. We are continuing to evaluate these developments, including resulting impacts on our supply chain, commodity costs, and consumer spending, and our ability to offset a portion of these costs to mitigate the impact on our business, consolidated results of operations, and financial condition.
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The United States has made changes to U.S. trade policy, including increasing tariffs on imports, in some cases significantly, and potentially negotiating or terminating existing trade agreements. For example, on April 2, 2025, the United States announced a new universal baseline tariff of 10%, plus an additional country-specific tariff for select trading partners, on all U.S. imports pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”). Additionally, on September 24, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security announced the initiation of an investigation into the effects on U.S. national security of imports of personal protective equipment, medical consumables, and medical equipment, including devices, which could result in the imposition of tariffs or other import restrictions. On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court declared that tariffs imposed under IEEPA on April 2, 2025 (and the subsequent modifications) were invalid as they exceeded the President’s authority. Subsequently, the Administration announced a 10% temporary tariff on U.S. imports pursuant to Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 (the “Act”), effective February 24, 2026. The Section 122 tariffs expired on July 24, 2026 under the statute and are being challenged in court. In March 2026, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (“USTR”) launched two sets of investigations under Section 301 of the Act, targeting forced labor compliance practices of 60 countries/regions and excess manufacturing capacity of 16 countries/regions. On July 23, 2026, USTR announced the imposition of 10% to 12.5% of Section 301 tariffs on numerous imports, with some carve outs, from the 60 economies subject to the forced labor related investigations, effective July 24, 2026. Multiple additional pending Section 301 and Section 232 investigations may result in additional tariffs being imposed on imports from various trading partners. On July 1, 2026, USTR announced that the United States would not renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement in its current form, triggering annual reviews of and ongoing negotiations of the relevant terms for the next decade. On June 2, 2026, the U.S. government appealed the Court of International Trade’s (“CIT”) refund order to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, challenging, among other matters, the scope of the IEEPA refund relief and whether refunds may be required for importers that were not parties to the litigation or for certain finally liquidated entries. Subsequently, the CIT issued orders in various cases where importers filed for IEEPA refunds, directing U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) to reliquidate the relevant entries and refund IEEPA tariffs. CBP has indicated that it is implementing a process to issue refunds on finally liquidated entries to importers who have obtained such orders from the CIT. On June 16, 2026, the Company filed claims with CBP seeking refunds of approxima…
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We anticipate continuing the investment in remote medicine, including hybrid remote, whereby optometrists in one store are able to see patients remotely in another store, adding select locations where feasible and advantageous and depending on the state-by-state regulatory environment. While the remote medicine and EHR platforms have increased exam capacity, revenue and profitability, we have experienced higher costs applicable to revenue as a percentage of revenue, when compared with in-store exams.
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We anticipate continuing the investment in remote medicine, including hybrid remote, whereby optometrists in one store are able to see patients remotely in another store, adding select locations where feasible and advantageous and depending on the state-by-state regulatory environment. While the remote medicine has increased exam capacity, revenue and profitability, we have experienced higher costs applicable to revenue as a percentage of revenue, when compared with in-store exams.
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In the beginning of the second quarter, we made an important strategic move to re-platform AmericasBest.com. This is a key step in our unified commerce journey to strengthen our digital foundation, improve the customer experience, and, over time, better connect our online and store experiences. A re-platforming of this scale resets parts of the digital storefront and traffic was disrupted as search and social optimization resets. We are managing the transition anchored in data, clear operating focus, discipline and a healthy sense of urgency. We are seeing sequential improvement as the second quarter progresses; however, if remediation measures take longer than anticipated to fully materialize, we could continue to experience impacts to traffic and, as a result, our financial performance.
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In the beginning of the second quarter, we made an important strategic move to re-platform AmericasBest.com. This is a key step in our unified commerce journey to strengthen our digital foundation, improve the customer experience, and, over time, better connect our online and store experiences. A re-platforming of this scale resets parts of the digital storefront and traffic was disrupted as search and social optimization resets. We managed the transition anchored in data, clear operating focus, discipline and a healthy sense of urgency and saw sequential improvement in the second quarter. We believe the impact of the re-platform to traffic is behind us; however, if remediation measures take longer than anticipated to fully materialize, we could continue to experience impacts to traffic and, as a result, our financial performance. By the end of the second quarter, all of our brand websites were successfully migrated to the new platform without any material disruptions.
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We measure Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth as the increase or decrease in sales recorded by the comparable store base in any reporting period, compared to sales recorded by the comparable store base in the prior reporting period, which we calculate as follows: (i) sales are recorded at the point of sale; (ii) sales are adjusted for managed care insurance collection estimates; (iii) stores are added to the calculation during the 13th full fiscal month following the store’s opening; (iv) closed stores are removed from the calculation for time periods that are not comparable; (v) sales from partial months of operation are excluded when stores do not open or close on the first day of the month; and (vi) when applicable, we adjust for the effect of the 53rd week; (vii) in fiscal years following a 53-week fiscal year, there is a one week calendar shift to the comparable prior-year period. For the calculation of the adjusted comparable store sales growth in the first quarter of 2026, we compared weeks 1 through 13 in fiscal 2026 against weeks 2 through 14 in fiscal 2025. Quarterly, year-to-date and annual adjusted comparable store sales are aggregated using only sales from all whole months of operation included in both the current reporting period and the prior reporting period. When a partial month is excluded from the calculation, the corresponding month in the subsequent period is also excluded from the calculation. There may be variations in the way in which some of our competitors and other retailers calculate comparable store sales. As a result, our adjusted comparable store sales may not be comparable to similar data made available by other retailers.
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We measure Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth as the increase or decrease in sales recorded by the comparable store base in any reporting period, compared to sales recorded by the comparable store base in the prior reporting period, which we calculate as follows: (i) sales are recorded at the point of sale; (ii) sales are adjusted for managed care insurance collection estimates; (iii) stores are added to the calculation during the 13th full fiscal month following the store’s opening; (iv) closed stores are removed from the calculation for time periods that are not comparable; (v) sales from partial months of operation are excluded when stores do not open or close on the first day of the month; (vi) when applicable, we adjust for the effect of the 53rd week; and (vii) in fiscal years following a 53-week fiscal year, there is a one week calendar shift to the comparable prior-year period. For the calculation of the adjusted comparable store sales growth for the three months ended July 4, 2026, we compared weeks 14 through 26 in fiscal 2026 against weeks 15 through 27 in fiscal 2025 and for the six months ended July 4, 2026, we compared weeks 1 through 26 in fiscal year 2026 against weeks 2 through 27 in fiscal year 2025. Quarterly, year-to-date and annual adjusted comparable store sales are aggregated using only sales from all whole months of operation included in both the current reporting period and the prior reporting period. When a partial month is excluded from the calculation, the corresponding month in the subsequent period is also excluded from the calculation. There may be variations in the way in which some of our competitors and other retailers calculate comparable store sales. As a result, our adjusted comparable store sales may not be comparable to similar data made available by other retailers.
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(1) We calculate total comparable store sales based on consolidated net revenue excluding the impact of (i) Corporate and other revenue, (ii) sales from stores opened less than 13 months, (iii) stores closed in the periods presented, (iv) sales from partial months of operation when stores do not open or close on the first day of the month and (v) if applicable, the impact of a 53rd week in a fiscal year (vi) in fiscal years following a 53-week fiscal year, there is a one week calendar shift to the comparable prior-year period. For the calculation of the adjusted comparable store sales growth in the first quarter of 2026, we compared weeks 1 through 13 in fiscal 2026 against weeks 2 through 14 in fiscal 2025. Brand-level comparable store sales growth is calculated based on point-of-sale revenues consistent with what the CODM reviews, and consistent with reportable segment revenues presented in Note 8. “Segment Reporting” in our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included in Part I. Item 1. of this Form 10-Q.
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(1) We calculate total comparable store sales based on consolidated net revenue excluding the impact of (i) Corporate and other revenue, (ii) sales from stores opened less than 13 months, (iii) stores closed in the periods presented, (iv) sales from partial months of operation when stores do not open or close on the first day of the month (v) if applicable, the impact of a 53rd week in a fiscal year, and (vi) in fiscal years following a 53-week fiscal year, there is a one week calendar shift to the comparable prior-year period. For the calculation of the adjusted comparable store sales growth in the second quarter of 2026, we compared weeks 14 through 26 in fiscal 2026 against weeks 15 through 27 in fiscal 2025. Brand-level comparable store sales growth is calculated based on point-of-sale revenues consistent with what the CODM reviews, and consistent with reportable segment revenues presented in Note 8. “Segment Reporting” in our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included in Part I. Item 1. of this Form 10-Q.
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Total net revenue of $543.9 million for the three months ended April 4, 2026 increased $33.6 million, or 6.6%, from $510.3 million for the three months ended March 29, 2025. The increase was primarily driven by Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth and the timing of unearned revenue. Unearned and deferred revenue positively impacted net revenue by $10.4 million during the three months ended April 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025.
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Total net revenue of $498.8 million for the three months ended July 4, 2026 increased $12.4 million, or 2.5%, from $486.4 million for the three months ended June 28, 2025. The increase was primarily driven by new store sales, the timing of unearned revenue and Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth, partially offset by closed stores. Unearned and deferred revenue positively impacted net revenue by $5.7 million during the three months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended June 28, 2025.
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Net product sales increased $26.7 million, or 6.5%, in the three months ended April 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025, primarily due to pricing and product mix initiatives in eyeglass sales of $20.4 million and contact lens sales of $7.0 million.
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Net product sales increased $8.5 million, or 2.2%, in the three months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended June 28, 2025, primarily due to pricing and product mix initiatives in eyeglass sales of $7.0 million and contact lens sales of $1.9 million.
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Net sales of services and plans for the three months ended April 4, 2026 increased $6.8 million, or 7.0%, compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025, driven primarily by higher exam revenues of $5.6 million, or 8.4%.
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Net sales of services and plans for the three months ended July 4, 2026 increased $3.8 million, or 4.2%, compared to the three months ended June 28, 2025, driven primarily by higher eye exam revenues of $3.8 million.
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Comparable store sales growth and Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth for the three months ended April 4, 2026 were 4.4% and 4.5%, respectively, both reflecting a higher average ticket and continued strength in the Company’s managed care cohort, partially offset by lower customer traffic.
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Comparable store sales growth and Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth for the three months ended July 4, 2026 were 3.4% and 2.2%, respectively, both reflecting a higher average ticket and continued strength in the managed care cohort, partially offset by lower customer traffic.
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Costs applicable to revenue increased $13.9 million, or 6.8%, in the three months ended April 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025. As a percentage of net revenue, costs applicable to revenue increased 10 basis points and were primarily driven by lower eyeglass margin of 60 basis points impacted by product mix, partially offset by successful pricing initiatives, leveraging of optometrist-related costs of 30 basis points and higher exam revenue of 20 basis points.
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Costs applicable to revenue increased $8.0 million, or 4.0% in the three months ended July 4, 2026, compared to the three months ended June 28, 2025. As a percentage of net revenue, costs applicable to revenue increased 60 basis points and were primarily driven by a 50 basis-point decrease in eyeglass margin, reflecting a strategic mix shift toward higher-value product offerings, deleverage of optometrist-related costs of 30 basis points, and other mix effects of 30 basis points, partially offset by higher exam revenues of 50 basis points.
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Costs of products as a percentage of net product sales increased 60 basis points, primarily driven by lower eyeglass margin impacted by product mix, partially offset by successful pricing initiatives.
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Costs of products as a percentage of net product sales increased 30 basis points, primarily driven by lower eyeglass margin reflecting a strategic mix shift toward higher-value product offerings.
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Depreciation and amortization expense of $23.4 million for the three months ended April 4, 2026 increased $0.5 million, or 2.1%, from $23.0 million for the three months ended March 29, 2025, primarily related to our existing stores and retail support centers, partially offset by fewer new store openings.
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Depreciation and amortization expense of $23.2 million for the three months ended July 4, 2026 increased $0.7 million, or 3.0%, from $22.5 million for the three months ended June 28, 2025, primarily related to assets in our existing stores and retail support centers, partially offset by lower depreciation associated with newer stores.
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Interest expense, net was $2.8 million for the three months ended April 4, 2026, compared with $4.6 million for the three months ended March 29, 2025. The change was primarily a result of lower interest expense of $1.2 million resulting from lower outstanding debt and higher interest income of $0.4 million.
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Interest expense, net, of $3.3 million for the three months ended July 4, 2026 decreased $0.9 million from $4.2 million for the three months ended June 28, 2025, primarily as a result of lower interest expense of $1.2 million resulting from lower outstanding debt balance, partially offset by lower interest income of $0.4 million.
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During fiscal 2025, the Company entered into an amendment to its agreement with Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), extending the term of the agreement through January 2036. Subsequently, in February 2026, the Company and AAFES entered into an additional amendment providing for the operation by the Company of an additional 20 military stores located on AAFES bases, expanding the Company’s presence in two additional states. In the three months ended April 4, 2026, and in connection with this expansion, the Company purchased from U.S. Vision Corp. certain assets used in connection with the operation of those 20 additional military stores. Additionally, we opened 8 new America’s Best stores and closed three America’s Best stores and one Military store. Overall, store count grew 3.0% from March 29, 2025 to April 4, 2026 (20 net new America’s Best stores, 19 net new Military stores, and two net closures of Fred Meyer stores).
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During fiscal 2025, the Company entered into an amendment to its agreement with Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), extending the term of the agreement through January 2036. Subsequently, in February 2026, the Company and AAFES entered into an additional amendment providing for the operation by the Company of an additional 20 military stores located on AAFES bases, expanding the Company’s presence in two additional states. In the six months ended July 4, 2026, and in connection with this expansion, the Company purchased from U.S. Vision Corp. certain assets used in connection with the operation of those 20 additional military stores. Additionally, we opened 17 new America’s Best stores and closed five America’s Best stores and one Military store. Overall, store count grew 3.3% from June 28, 2025 to July 4, 2026 (24 net new America’s Best stores, 19 net new Military stores, and two net closures of Fred Meyer stores).
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Costs of services and plans as a percentage of net sales of services and plans decreased 210 basis points, primarily driven by leverage of optometrist-related costs and higher exam revenue.
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Costs of services and plans as a percentage of net sales of services and plans decreased 90 basis points, primarily driven by higher exam revenue.
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SG&A increased $0.6 million, or 0.2%, in three months ended April 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025. SG&A as a percentage of net revenue decreased 300 basis points primarily impacted by lower payroll expense of 220 basis points and lower advertising expense of 70 basis points.
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SG&A decreased $3.2 million, or 0.6%, in the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025. SG&A as a percentage of net revenue decreased 250 basis points primarily driven by lower associate-related expenses, including variable incentive compensation of 210 basis points and lower advertising expense of 60 basis points.
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We recognized no impairment charges during the three months ended April 4, 2026. We recognized $0.5 million of impairment charges during the three months ended March 29, 2025, primarily for tangible long-lived assets and ROU assets associated with our retail stores. Asset impairment expenses were recognized in Corporate and other. See Note 1. “Description of Business and Basis of Presentation” and Note 3. “Fair Value Measurement” for further details.
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We recognized $2.5 million impairment charges during the six months ended July 4, 2026, related to Eyeglass World lab optimization activity. The impairment charges recognized in the current period were related to the write-down of store lab assets in connection with our Eyeglass World lab optimization initiative, which is intended to improve operational efficiency by reducing in-store lab activity and utilizing alternative production capabilities. Refer to Note 11. “Restructuring” for information regarding this initiative, including expected future restructuring activities and related costs. We recognized $0.5 million of impairment charges during the six months ended June 28, 2025, primarily for tangible long-lived assets and ROU assets associated with our retail stores. Asset impairment expenses were recognized in Corporate and other. See Note 1. “Description of Business and Basis of Presentation” and Note 3. “Fair Value Measurement” for further details.
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Our effective tax rates for the three months ended April 4, 2026 and March 29, 2025 were 26.4% and 34.2%, respectively. The change in effective tax rates is primarily driven by the discrete benefit of permanent adjustments related to stock-based compensation, partially offset by non-deductible compensation.
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Our effective tax rates for the six months ended July 4, 2026 and June 28, 2025 were 27.8% and 32.2%, respectively. The change in effective tax rates is primarily driven by the discrete benefit of permanent adjustments related to stock-based compensation, partially offset by non-deductible compensation.
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(b)Reflects write-off related to non-cash impairment charges of long-lived assets, primarily impairment of property, equipment and lease-related assets on closed or underperforming stores.
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(b)Reflects write-off related to non-cash impairment charges of long-lived assets, primarily impairment of property and equipment related to the EGW lab optimization initiative for the three and six months ended July 4, 2026 and impairment of property, equipment and lease-related assets on closed or underperforming stores for the six months ended June 28, 2025. Refer to Note 11. “Restructuring” for more information on the EGW lab optimization initiative.
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(d)Costs related to the Company’s ERP and CRM implementation.
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(e)Costs related to the Company’s ERP and CRM implementation.
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(e)Other adjustments include amounts that management believes are not representative of our operating performance (amounts in brackets represent reductions in Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted Diluted EPS and Adjusted EBITDA), which are primarily related to shareholder activism costs of $2.1 million for the three months ended March 29, 2025, severance and associate-related costs associated with organizational restructuring of $2.1 million and $2.1 million for the three months ended April 4, 2026 and March 29, 2025, respectively, and other expenses and adjustments.
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(f)Other adjustments include amounts that management believes are not representative of our operating performance (amounts in brackets represent reductions in Adjusted Operating Income, Adjusted Diluted EPS and Adjusted EBITDA), which are primarily related to shareholder activism costs of $2.1 million for the six months ended June 28, 2025, severance and associate-related costs associated with organizational restructuring of $2.2 million and $2.1 million for the six months ended July 4, 2026 and June 28, 2025, respectively, and restructuring costs related to EGW lab optimization initiative of $0.6 million for the three and six months ended July 4, 2026 (see Note 11. “Restructuring”, for additional information), and other expenses and adjustments.
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(f)Represents the income tax effect of the total adjustments at our combined statutory federal and state income tax rates, including tax expense (benefit) from stock-based compensation.
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(g)Represents the income tax effect of the total adjustments at our combined statutory federal and state income tax rates, including tax expense (benefit) from stock-based compensation.
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Our primary cash needs are for inventory, payroll, store rent, advertising, capital expenditures associated with new stores and updating existing stores, as well as information and remote medicine technology and infrastructure, including our corporate office, distribution centers, and laboratories. When appropriate, the Company may utilize excess liquidity towards debt service requirements, including voluntary debt prepayments, or required interest and principal payments, if any, as well as repurchases of common stock or other securities, based on excess cash flows. The most significant components of our operating assets and liabilities are inventories, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses and other assets, accounts payable, deferred and unearned revenue and other payables and accrued expenses. We exercise prudence in our use of cash and closely monitor various items related to cash flow including, but not limited to, cash receipts, cash disbursements, payment terms and alternative sources of funding. We continue to be focused on these items in addition to other key measures we use to determine how our consolidated business and operating segments are performing. We believe that cash on hand, cash expected to be generated from operations and the availability of borrowings under our revolving credit loans in an aggregate principal amount of $300.0 million (the “Revolving Loans”) will be sufficient to fund our working capital requirements, liquidity obligations, anticipated capital expenditures, and payments due under our existing debt for the next 12 months and thereafter for the foreseeable future. Depending on our liquidity levels, conditions in the capital markets and other factors, we may from time to time consider the prepayment, refinancing or issuance of debt, issuance of equity or other securities, the proceeds of which could provide additional liquidity for our operations, modifications to our $234.3 million outstanding principal first lien term loan (“Term Loan A”) where possible, or entry into interest rate derivative agreements to moderate our exposure to fluctuations in interest rates underlying our variable rate debt.
Current wording
Our primary cash needs are for inventory, payroll, store rent, advertising, capital expenditures associated with new stores and updating existing stores, as well as information and remote medicine technology and infrastructure, including our corporate office, distribution centers, and laboratories. When appropriate, the Company may utilize excess liquidity towards debt service requirements, including voluntary debt prepayments, or required interest and principal payments, if any, as well as repurchases of common stock or other securities, based on excess cash flows. The most significant components of our operating assets and liabilities are inventories, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses and other assets, accounts payable, deferred and unearned revenue and other payables and accrued expenses. We exercise prudence in our use of cash and closely monitor various items related to cash flow including, but not limited to, cash receipts, cash disbursements, payment terms and alternative sources of funding. We continue to be focused on these items in addition to other key measures we use to determine how our consolidated business and operating segments are performing. We believe that cash on hand, cash expected to be generated from operations and the availability of borrowings under our revolving credit loans in an aggregate principal amount of $300.0 million (the “Revolving Loans”) will be sufficient to fund our working capital requirements, liquidity obligations, anticipated capital expenditures, and payments due under our existing debt for the next 12 months and thereafter for the foreseeable future. Depending on our liquidity levels, conditions in the capital markets and other factors, we may from time to time consider the prepayment, refinancing or issuance of debt, issuance of equity or other securities, the proceeds of which could provide additional liquidity for our operations, modifications to our $231.0 million outstanding principal first lien term loan (“Term Loan A”) where possible, or entry into interest rate derivative agreements to moderate our exposure to fluctuations in interest rates underlying our variable rate debt.
Previous wording
As of April 4, 2026, we had $67.9 million in cash and cash equivalents, and $293.3 million of remaining availability under our Revolving Loans, net of $6.7 million in outstanding letters of credit.
Current wording
As of July 4, 2026, we had $36.0 million in cash and cash equivalents, and $293.3 million of remaining availability under our Revolving Loans, net of $6.7 million in outstanding letters of credit.
Previous wording
As of April 4, 2026, we had $234.3 million of Term Loan A outstanding under our credit agreement. We were in compliance with all covenants related to our debt as of April 4, 2026.
Current wording
As of July 4, 2026, we had $231.0 million of Term Loan A outstanding under our credit agreement. We were in compliance with all covenants related to our debt as of July 4, 2026.
Previous wording
Net cash used for investing activities decreased by $2.0 million in the three months ended April 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025. The year-over-year decrease was primarily due to decreased investments in information technology assets, partially offset by investments in our retail support centers.
Current wording
Net cash used for investing activities increased by $1.8 million in the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025. The year-over-year increase was primarily driven by investments in our retail support centers, partially offset by cash proceeds from the sale of an equity investment and a convertible promissory note investment. Refer to Note 1. “Description of Business and Basis of Presentation” for additional information regarding these investments.
Previous wording
Net cash used for financing activities increased by $8.7 million in the three months ended April 4, 2026 compared to the three months ended March 29, 2025, primarily due to increased purchases of treasury stock to cover employee tax withholdings associated with stock-based compensation.
Current wording
Net cash used for financing activities decreased by $40.8 million in the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025, primarily as a result of the repayment of the 2025 Notes in the second quarter of 2025 partially offset by share repurchases as well as increased purchases of treasury stock to cover employee tax withholdings associated with stock-based compensation in the six months ended July 4, 2026.
Previous wording
Effective March 2, 2026, the Board authorized the Company to repurchase up to $50 million aggregate amount of shares of the Company’s common stock until December 28, 2030. As of April 4, 2026, the authorization has remaining capacity of $50 million. The authorization permits the Company to make purchases of its common stock from time to time in the open market or privately negotiated transactions, and pursuant to pre-set trading plans meeting the requirements of all applicable securities laws and regulations. The timing and amounts of any such repurchases will depend on a variety of factors, including the market price of the Company’s shares, general market and economic conditions, legal requirements and tax implications. The Company expects to fund the share repurchases using cash on hand.
Current wording
Effective March 2, 2026, the Board authorized the Company to repurchase up to $50 million aggregate amount of shares of the Company’s common stock until December 28, 2030. During the three months ended July 4, 2026, the Company repurchased approximately 1.2 million shares for $20.0 million. As of July 4, 2026, the authorization has remaining capacity of $30.0 million. The authorization permits the Company to make purchases of its common stock from time to time in the open market or privately negotiated transactions, and pursuant to pre-set trading plans meeting the requirements of all applicable securities laws and regulations. The timing and amounts of any such repurchases will depend on a variety of factors, including the market price of the Company’s shares, general market and economic conditions, legal requirements and tax implications. The Company expects to fund the share repurchases using cash on hand.
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Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
Costs of services and plans as a percentage of net sales of services and plans increased 60 basis points, primarily driven by deleverage of optometrist-related costs, partially offset by higher exam revenue.
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Our effective tax rates for the three months ended July 4, 2026 and June 28, 2025 were 30.9% and 28.7%, respectively. The change in effective tax rates was primarily driven by the tax impacts of non-deductible compensation and other effects of permanent items.
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Unless otherwise noted, the discussion below is based on results, substantially all of which are attributable to our single reportable segment, Owned & Host.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
The following presents, by segment and by brand, comparable store sales growth, stores open at the end of the period and net revenue for the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025.
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(1) We calculate total comparable store sales based on consolidated net revenue excluding the impact of (i) Corporate and other revenue, (ii) sales from stores opened less than 13 months, (iii) stores closed in the periods presented, (iv) sales from partial months of operation when stores do not open or close on the first day of the month (v) if applicable, the impact of a 53rd week in a fiscal year and (vi) in fiscal years following a 53-week fiscal year, there is a one week calendar shift to the comparable prior-year period. For the calculation of the adjusted comparable store sales growth in the six months ended July 4, 2026, we compared weeks 1 through 26 in fiscal 2026 against weeks 2 through 27 in fiscal 2025. Brand-level comparable store sales growth is calculated based on point-of-sale revenues consistent with what the CODM reviews, and consistent with reportable segment revenues presented in Note 8. “Segment Reporting” in our unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included in Part I. Item 1. of this Form 10-Q.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
(2) Percentages reflect line item as a percentage of net revenue, adjusted for rounding.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
Net product sales increased $35.3 million, or 4.4%, in the six months ended July 4, 2026 compared to the six months ended June 28, 2025, primarily due to pricing and product mix initiatives in eyeglass sales of $27.3 million and contact lens sales of $8.8 million.
Current report — wording carried from elsewhere
Comparable store sales growth and Adjusted Comparable Store Sales Growth for the six months ended July 4, 2026 were 3.9% and 3.4%, respectively, both reflecting a higher average ticket and continued strength in the Company’s managed care cohort, partially offset by lower customer traffic.