Note 11 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments

6 Months Ended

Sep. 27, 2025

Notes to Financial Statements

Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]

11. Fair Value of Financial Instruments

Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, refundable income taxes, accounts payable, income taxes payable, and accrued expenses are reflected in the condensed consolidated balance sheets at carrying value, which approximates fair value due to the short-term maturity of these instruments.

Utilizing the fair value hierarchy, the Company determines fair value of money market funds using Level 1 inputs of quoted prices in active markets. Fair value of commercial paper is determined by using Level 2 inputs of quoted prices for similar assets in active markets.

On a quarterly basis, the Company estimates the fair values for financial instruments that are recorded at carrying value on the condensed consolidated balance sheets. The estimated fair value for long-term debt and finance obligation (classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy) is determined by the quoted market prices for similar debt (comparable to the Company’s financial strength) or current rates offered to the Company for debt with the same maturities. Since quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets are not available (Level 1), the Company makes use of observable market-based inputs to calculate fair value, which is Level 2. 

The carrying value and estimated fair value of the Company’s long-term debt and finance obligation are summarized as follows (in thousands): 

	As of:
	September 27,		September 28,		March 31,
	2025		2024		2025
Carrying value	$	280,198	$	504,612	$	369,878
Fair value	$	280,212	$	501,239	$	364,276