Village Super Market (NASDAQ:VLGEA) reported a 6% increase in second-quarter profit on Tuesday, as a late-quarter rush for essentials ahead of Winter Storm Fern and a double-digit surge in digital orders bolstered the grocer's top line.
The Springfield, New Jersey-based operator of ShopRite and Fairway stores posted net income of $17.9 million for the 13 weeks ended January 24, 2026.
Sales for the period rose 6.9% to $641 million, underpinned by a robust 4.8% increase in same-store sales.
The quarter’s performance was significantly shaped by external factors, most notably "Winter Storm Fern," which hit the Northeast in late January.
The threat of the storm triggered a classic "pantry-loading" effect, driving a sharp escalation in traffic as consumers stocked up on staples.
This physical traffic was mirrored in the digital space, where same-store digital sales jumped 15% as more shoppers opted for curbside pickup and delivery to avoid the weather.
The top-line momentum was also supported by the successful opening of a replacement store in Watchung, New Jersey.
The larger, modern format has helped the company capture additional market share, even as it navigates a highly competitive landscape in the New Jersey and New York metro areas.