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Simply Good Foods Reshapes Marketing As Quest, Atkins And OWYN Diverge!

The Simply Good Foods Company reported third quarter fiscal 2026 results that fell short of prior-year levels and highlighted ongoing challenges while also showing selective areas of progress. Net sales declined 6.3% to $357 million, driven primarily by volume declines across key brands despite modest growth in Quest and OWYN. Gross margin contracted 390 basis points to 32.5%, influenced by inflationary cost pressures, restructuring expenses, and supply chain inefficiencies. Adjusted EBITDA dropped 22.5% to $57.2 million, reflecting these operational headwinds and strategic investments. On a GAAP basis, the company reported a net loss of $52 million, impacted by an $82 million impairment charge related to goodwill and intangible assets. Within the brand portfolio, Quest remains the largest and most significant growth driver. Household penetration increased 120 basis points year-over-year to 20.5%, with consumption growth noted in the chips (+17%) and milkshakes (+50%) segments.