Calavo Growers, Inc. Price & Performance (CVGW)

Calavo Growers, Inc. achieved significant financial improvements in Q1 2025, with net sales increasing 21% to $154.4 million and gross profit rising 46% to $15.7 million. The Fresh segment led growth with a 23.7% sales rise. Operational efficiencies and cost management contributed to a return to profitability, with net income at $4.4 million.123

StockNews.com has downgraded Calavo Growers' stock from a "buy" to a "hold" rating. This follows a period of mixed performance for the company, with analysts maintaining cautious optimism. Despite the downgrade, Calavo's long-term fundamentals, including a robust balance sheet and operational improvements, remain areas of interest for investors.456

Calavo Growers announced a $25 million stock repurchase program, emphasizing confidence in its financial health and long-term strategy. This initiative, effective until March 2027, aims to enhance shareholder value while maintaining flexibility for growth investments. Management will determine repurchase timing and volume based on market conditions.78