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Lifeway Foods Inc. reports developments tied to its kefir-centered fermented dairy business. The company manufactures and markets drinkable kefir, Organic Lifeway Kefir, farmer cheese, other cheeses, ProBugs products for children, frozen kefir and private-label dairy items through retail, broker and distributor channels.
Recurring news themes include financial results and sales outlooks, growth in kefir and farmer cheese demand, product collaborations with foodservice and wellness partners, and brand campaigns that position kefir as a protein-forward probiotic beverage. Company updates also cover distribution, product innovation and consumer-marketing activity across its fermented probiotic portfolio.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq: LWAY) reported record second-quarter 2026 net sales of $66.9 million, up 24.1% year-over-year and 6.2% above its prior quarterly record, marking its 27th consecutive quarter of year-over-year net sales growth. First-half 2026 net sales rose 29.9% to $129.9 million.
Second-quarter gross margin declined to 19.5% from 28.6% a year earlier, primarily due to higher milk, resin and transportation costs, and increased marketing spend, resulting in net income of $0.1 million versus $4.3 million last year. Year-to-date net income was $4.8 million, down from $7.8 million in 2025, while operating cash flow reached $4.0 million. The company continues to expand retail and foodservice distribution and is investing heavily in capacity, including the Waukesha expansion targeted for completion in early 2027.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq: LWAY) announced it will report financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026 on August 13, 2026 before market hours. A pre-recorded conference call and webcast featuring President and CEO Julie Smolyansky will be accessible via the company’s Investor Relations webpage on the same date.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq: LWAY) announced that President and CEO Julie Smolyansky was named to Progressive Grocer's 2026 Top Women in Grocery list for the second year in a row, recognizing long-term female leadership in food retail.
According to Lifeway, Smolyansky has helped transform kefir from a niche item into a mainstream functional food and has advanced probiotic awareness and accessibility. The company reported record full-year 2025 net sales of $212.5 million, its sixth straight year of volume-led growth. Over the past year, Lifeway expanded its functional probiotic dairy portfolio, launched Muscle Mates and Probiotic Kefir Butter, and grew distribution of its Farmer Cheese into 2,000 Walmart stores, while adding partnerships with retailers and foodservice brands such as Erewhon and Joe & The Juice.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq:LWAY) announced that its high-protein Farmer Cheese was selected as a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2026 Snack Awards. This is the product's second Snack Awards win, coinciding with a milestone expansion into 2,000 Walmart locations and broader nationwide grocery availability.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq:LWAY) is celebrating its 40th anniversary and National Kefir Day with a nationwide campaign and an immersive Lifeway Kefir Shop pop-up in SoHo, New York City.
Events in New York, Chicago, Miami and Los Angeles feature kefir smoothies, farmer cheese sampling, exclusive merchandise, prizes and wellness-focused activations.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq:LWAY) announced the pricing of a secondary underwritten public offering of 3,454,756 existing common shares by Danone USA at $19.50 per share.
The company will not issue new shares or receive proceeds, but plans an approximately $5.0 million share repurchase, conditional on the offering’s completion, expected May 19, 2026.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq:LWAY) reported record Q1 2026 results. Net sales reached $63.0 million, up 36.7% year-over-year, marking the 26th consecutive quarter of growth. Gross margin rose to 27.5%, up 360 bps, and net income increased 32% to $4.7 million.
SG&A was $10.9 million, up 16.8%, reflecting higher marketing and brand investments. Lifeway highlighted growth in Kefir and Farmer Cheese, new products like Muscle Mates and Kefir Butter, and reiterated its $45–$50 million Adjusted EBITDA target for FY 2027.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq: LWAY) partnered with LA organic grocer Erewhon to launch the Tropical Lifeway Smoothie, made with Organic Lifeway Kefir. The smoothie pairs kefir with orange, lemon, coconut cream, pineapple, mango, mint, and spirulina for a probiotic- and protein-rich seasonal beverage. It is available at all Erewhon locations now through the end of June.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq: LWAY) will host a retro-inspired, poolside wellness house in Palm Springs on April 10, 2026 to kick off the festival weekend and mark its 40th anniversary. The April 10 event runs 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. PT and features Debbie Gibson, Autograf, wellness activations, influencer guests, and a festival-inspired probiotic menu.
Hosted by CEO Julie Smolyansky, the immersive experience includes hair-braiding, exclusive swag, cookbook-inspired bites and media RSVP details provided upon credentialing.
Lifeway Foods (Nasdaq: LWAY) provided a preliminary outlook for Q1 2026 and set its earnings release date. The company expects net sales of $60.8M to $62.3M for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, a 32%–35% year‑over‑year increase. Lifeway will report results on May 14, 2026 before market open, with a pre-recorded conference call and webcast available at 9:00 AM ET via its Investor Relations site. Management cited continued momentum in kefir and farmer cheese driven by strong consumer demand and focus on distribution and innovation.