Calavo Growers, Inc. · Consumer Staples · Food Distribution
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$26.68
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Prev closePrevC$26.64
OpenOpen$26.86
Day highHigh$26.91
Day lowLow$26.51
VolumeVol526,497
Avg volAvgVol260,081
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Mkt cap
$476.17M
P/E ratio
29.64
FY Revenue
$616.25M
EPS
0.90
Gross Margin
10.24%
Sector
Consumer Staples
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Calavo Growers, Inc.
Calavo Growers shows firm short- to medium-term price momentum with the stock trading near the top of its 52-week range and above key moving averages, while some technical oscillators signal an overbought backdrop. Fundamentally, profitability and free cash flow have improved despite revenue contraction, but margins and operating cash flow growth remain constrained. Valuation appears supported by modest sales and enterprise-value multiples and a near-3% dividend yield, offset by legal and merger-related headline risk and a moderate level of short interest.
AI summarized at 3:38 PM ET, 2026-03-02
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INTRADAY:63SWING:71LONG:66
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+115% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 2.15×
RSI
51.89(Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.03 Signal: 0.02
Short-Term
+0.08 (Strong)
MACD: 0.52 Signal: 0.44
Long-Term
+0.15 (Strong)
MACD: 0.50 Signal: 0.35
Intraday trend score
56.69
LOW43.69HIGH67.69
Latest news
CVGW•12 articles•Positive: 4Neutral: 2Negative: 4
NeutralBenzinga• Na
Calavo Growers Declares Quarterly Dividend
Calavo Growers (NASDAQ: CVGW) announced that its Board of Directors amended the record date for its quarterly cash dividend from April 1, 2026 to April 24, 2026, due to Nasdaq notice requirements. The dividend amount remains $0.20 per share with a payment date of April 29, 2026.
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Sentiment note
The company is maintaining its dividend commitment with no change to the dividend amount or payment date. The record date adjustment is a procedural administrative change required by Nasdaq regulations, indicating normal business operations rather than any material positive or negative development.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC Reminds Shareholders of RAPT, PEN, CVGW, FONR of the Firm’s Investigations
Investor rights law firm Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating four companies for potential federal securities law violations and breaches of fiduciary duties related to their merger or acquisition transactions. The firm is seeking increased consideration for shareholders and additional disclosures regarding the proposed deals.
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Sentiment note
Under investigation for potential federal securities law violations related to its sale to Mission Produce, indicating possible inadequate shareholder consideration or disclosure issues.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Juan Monteverde, Monteverde & Associates Pc
$HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Is Investigating The Merger—ALGT, SNCY, CVGW, and AVO
Monteverde & Associates PC is investigating four merger transactions: Allegiant Travel Company's merger with Sun Country Airlines Holdings, and Calavo Growers' merger with Mission Produce. The firm is examining whether shareholders are receiving fair value in these proposed deals.
Under investigation by class action firm regarding merger terms; suggests potential fairness concerns in the proposed transaction
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC Encourages PEN, CVGW, AVO Shareholders to Contact the Firm to Discuss Their Rights
Investor rights law firm Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating three companies for potential securities law violations and fiduciary duty breaches related to major transactions: Penumbra's $374 per share sale to Boston Scientific, Calavo's acquisition by Mission Produce for $14.85 cash plus stock, and Mission Produce's merger with Calavo. The firm is seeking increased consideration for shareholders and additional disclosures.
Under investigation for potential securities violations and fiduciary duty breaches in its sale to Mission Produce, indicating potential undervaluation or inadequate shareholder protections.
NegativeBenzinga• Prnewswire
$HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Announces An Investigation of Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ: CVGW)
Monteverde & Associates PC, a class action securities firm, has announced an investigation into Calavo Growers' proposed merger with Mission Produce. Under the deal terms, Calavo shareholders would receive 0.9790 shares of Mission Produce stock and $14.85 in cash per share. The firm is questioning whether the deal represents a fair valuation for shareholders.
The announcement of a class action investigation into the merger deal raises concerns about potential unfairness to shareholders, suggesting the proposed transaction terms may not adequately value the company or protect shareholder interests.
PositiveBenzinga• Rishabh Mishra
Stock Market Today: Dow Jones Futures Drop, Nasdaq 100 Gains As Tech Stocks Rebound— Goldman Sachs, Taiwan Semiconductor, ASML In Focus (UPDATED)
U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday following Wednesday's decline, with tech stocks rebounding. Taiwan Semiconductor reported a 35% profit surge in Q4, while Applied Materials received an analyst upgrade. Goldman Sachs is set to report earnings. Tariff uncertainty and Supreme Court delays on framework legality continue to weigh on markets. The Fed is expected to hold rates steady in January.
Surged 12.93% despite downbeat Q4 results, driven by Mission Produce's acquisition announcement at $27 per share.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Mission Produce® Announces Agreement to Acquire Calavo Growers, Expanding North American Avocado Business and Diversifying Portfolio Across Fresh Produce
Mission Produce has agreed to acquire Calavo Growers in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $430 million ($27.00 per share). The acquisition will expand Mission's North American avocado operations, add prepared foods capabilities like guacamole, and create a vertically integrated fresh produce platform with expected $25 million in annual cost synergies within 18 months. The transaction is expected to close by end of August 2026, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.
Calavo shareholders receive a 26% premium to the 30-day volume weighted average price ($27.00 vs $21.41), and the company gains access to Mission's larger global platform, distribution network, and resources for innovation and growth while maintaining its trusted brand.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Calavo Growers Declares Quarterly Dividend
Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ: CVGW) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable on January 30, 2026, to shareholders of record as of January 13, 2026.
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Sentiment note
The company's declaration of a quarterly dividend demonstrates financial stability and confidence in its business performance. Regular dividend payments are a positive signal to investors, indicating the company generates sufficient cash flow to return capital to shareholders while maintaining operations.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Calavo Growers, Inc. Announces Receipt of Unsolicited Proposal
Calavo Growers, Inc. has received a non-binding, indicative proposal to acquire all of its outstanding shares for $32 per share, consisting of a combination of stock and cash. The company's board is reviewing the proposal.
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Sentiment note
The company has received an unsolicited acquisition proposal at a premium to the current stock price, which could be beneficial for shareholders.
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• N/A
Calavo Growers, Inc. Announces Receipt of Unsolicited Proposal
Calavo Growers, Inc. has received a non-binding, indicative proposal to acquire the company for $32 per share. The company's board is reviewing the proposal with its advisors, and no further updates will be provided unless warranted.
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Sentiment note
The article presents a non-binding acquisition proposal for Calavo Growers, which is a neutral event as the company is still reviewing the proposal and no transaction is guaranteed.
UnknownGlobeNewswire Inc.• Calavo Growers, Inc.
Calavo Growers, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
Calavo Growers, Inc. reports financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended April 30, 2024.
CVGWEarnings Releases and Operating Results
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