Securities Fraud Investigation Launched Into The Simply Good Foods Company

Shareholders Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP

Apr. 14, 2026 at 8:36pm

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Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP, a leading national shareholder rights law firm, has commenced an investigation on behalf of The Simply Good Foods Company (NASDAQ: SMPL) investors concerning the company's possible violations of federal securities laws. The investigation follows the company's disclosures of a 'quality issue' with its recently acquired OWYN brand and a $249 million non-cash impairment charge related to the Atkins and OWYN brand intangible assets.

Why it matters

The investigation could lead to potential legal action and recovery of losses for shareholders who invested in Simply Good Foods. The company's disclosures about quality issues and brand impairments have significantly impacted its stock price, raising concerns about the company's financial reporting and management practices.

The details

On October 23, 2025, Simply Good released its Q4 2025 results, disclosing a 'quality issue' with its recently acquired OWYN brand related to a raw material sourcing decision. This news caused the company's stock to fall 17.35% to $20.63 per share. Then on April 9, 2026, Simply Good reported a Q2 2026 net loss of $159.7 million due to a $249 million non-cash impairment charge related to the Atkins and OWYN brand intangible assets. This news caused the stock to fall another 18.1% to $11.80 per share.

  • On October 23, 2025, Simply Good released its Q4 2025 financial results.
  • On April 9, 2026, Simply Good released its Q2 2026 financial results.

The players

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP

A leading national shareholder rights law firm that has commenced an investigation on behalf of The Simply Good Foods Company investors.

The Simply Good Foods Company

A publicly traded company (NASDAQ: SMPL) that recently disclosed quality issues with its OWYN brand and a $249 million non-cash impairment charge related to the Atkins and OWYN brand intangible assets.

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What they’re saying

“If you wish to learn more about this action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact us.”

— Charles Linehan, Esq., Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP

What’s next

The judge will decide whether to allow the securities fraud investigation to proceed against The Simply Good Foods Company.

The takeaway

This investigation highlights the potential risks for investors in companies that experience quality issues, brand impairments, and other financial challenges that can significantly impact their stock price and shareholder value.