Is CVGW a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 32.9/100. It is ranked #2,325 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 10/100, Value 37/100, Momentum 50/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CVGW?

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 32.9 ranks it #2,325 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CVGW in?

CALAVO GROWERS INC operates in the Consumer Staples sector (Agriculture industry) with a market cap of $468 million. It is classified as a small-cap stock.

Does CVGW pay a dividend?

Yes, CVGW pays a dividend with a current yield of 3.04%. The Consumer Staples sector average yield is 0.38%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $30.40 in annual dividend income.

What is CVGW's P/E ratio?

CVGW has a trailing P/E ratio of 29.29x. The Consumer Staples sector average is 33.1x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is CVGW?

CVGW's quality factor score is 10/100. Gross margin: 10.6%. ROE: 8.2% vs sector average 7.7%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is CVGW valued compared to peers?

CVGW's value factor score is 37/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 29.3x, EV/EBITDA 24.9x. Trading at a premium relative to peers.

What is CVGW's debt level?

CVGW's debt-to-equity ratio is 44%. Sector average: 72%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

CVGW has a beta of 0.21, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 70/100.

Does CVGW have high short interest?

CVGW's short interest factor score is 10/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

CVGW Stock Analysis: Top Small-Cap Reduce (Score 32.9/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CVGW	-0.18%	+2.91%	+9.04%	+27.03%	+21.50%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLP	-1.29%	+0.59%	-3.91%	+6.04%	+3.81%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-0.11%	-0.70%	+8.70%	+27.40%	-8.02%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+1.11%	+2.32%	+12.95%	+21.00%	+17.70%	-	-	-

Metric	CVGW	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	29.3x	-12%
EV/EBITDA	24.9x	+259%
Price / Book	2.4x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd.	60	48	82	70	19.6x	122.1%	47.8%	16.8%	-	0.0x	$1.0B	VS
SENEA Seneca Foods Corp	55	49	59	69	10.3x	14.4%	14.3%	6.7%	70.9%	39.0x	$1.1B	VS
JBSS SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC	54	50	57	61	12.8x	20.2%	19.3%	6.3%	14.0%	11.0x	$965M	VS
ARW ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC.	53	50	73	63	15.8x	7.2%	11.2%	1.6%	11.9%	337.0x	$7.5B	VS
SFD SMITHFIELD FOODS INC	53	50	72	57	13.8x	11.9%	19.9%	7.5%	7.3%	29.0x	$11.3B	VS
BG Bunge Global SA	53	50	54	69	24.9x	5.7%	5.4%	1.8%	67.3%	59.0x	$24.8B	VS
DAR DARLING INGREDIENTS INC.	53	50	55	71	142.7x	1.5%	24.1%	1.2%	13.3%	114.0x	$9.9B	VS
ADM Archer-Daniels-Midland Co	52	50	52	64	54.6x	2.8%	6.4%	0.8%	-8.4%	33.0x	$34.9B	VS
CTVA Corteva, Inc.	52	49	51	60	50.6x	4.7%	42.9%	0.2%	-57.2%	76.0x	$56.3B	VS
MO ALTRIA GROUP, INC.	51	50	67	51	13.6x	-	62.1%	33.8%	-2.2%	-990.0x	$109.5B	VS
CVGW CALAVO GROWERS INC	33	10	37	50	29.3x	8.2%	10.6%	2.5%	-32.0%	44.0x	$468M

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Operating Margin %	0.0%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.0%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	2.0%	-	-	-	-	-	-	1.7%	4.6%	3.1%	1.6%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.1%	-0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	10.7%	-0.6%	7.4%	6.5%	0.2%	2.1%	-3.5%	9.1%	19.9%	16.1%	17.8%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.1%

Operating Margin %

0.0%

-0.0%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.0%

-0.0%

0.0%

-0.0%

0.0%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.0%

-0.0%

0.0%

FCF Margin %

2.0%

1.7%

4.6%

3.1%

1.6%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

-0.0%

-0.1%

0.1%

0.2%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

10.7%

-0.6%

7.4%

6.5%

0.2%

2.1%

-3.5%

9.1%

19.9%

16.1%

17.8%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$646M	$648M	$662M	$972M	$1.2B	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.2B	$1.1B	$1.1B	$936M	$857M
	—	$585M	$594M	$902M	$1.1B	$998M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$67M	$64M	$68M	$70M	$74M	$57M	$90M	$128M	$114M	$115M	$108M	$85M
Gross Margin	10.6%	9.8%	10.3%	7.2%	6.2%	5.4%	8.5%	10.7%	10.4%	10.7%	11.5%	10.0%
	—	$42M	$50M	$66M	$66M	$57M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Research & Development	—	—	$100K	$100K	$100K	$300K	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	—	—	$16M	$14M	$13M	$11M	$9M	$8M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$44M	$51M	$70M	$68M	$67M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$20M	$20M	$17M	$428K	$6M	-$10M	$32M	$71M	$57M	$58M	$61M	$44M
EBIT	$20M	$20M	$17M	$428K	$6M	-$10M	$32M	$71M	$57M	$58M	$61M	$44M
EBITDA	$20M	$20M	$17M	$428K	$6M	-$10M	$3M	$75M	$70M	$69M	$70M	$52M
Operating Margin	2.7%	3.0%	2.5%	0.0%	0.5%	-0.9%	3.0%	5.9%	5.2%	5.4%	6.5%	5.1%
EBITDA Margin	3.1%	3.0%	2.5%	0.0%	0.5%	-0.9%	0.3%	6.3%	6.4%	6.4%	7.5%	6.1%
	—	—	—	$2M	$2M	$798K	$877K	$948K	$831K	$1M	$756K	$830K
	—	$25M	$9M	-$2M	-$3M	$544K	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$5M	$2M	$6M	$3M	$11M	-$4M	$13M	$13M	$20M	$22M	$16M
	$17M	$20M	-$1M	-$8M	-$7M	-$12M	-$14M	$37M	$32M	$37M	$38M	$27M
Net Margin	2.5%	3.1%	-0.1%	-0.8%	-0.5%	-1.1%	-1.3%	3.1%	2.9%	3.5%	4.1%	3.2%
	$0.04	$1.11	$-0.06	$-0.47	$-0.35	$-0.67	$-0.78	$2.09	$1.85	$2.14	$2.19	$1.57
Diluted EPS	$0.04	$1.11	$-0.06	$-0.47	$-0.35	$-0.67	$-0.78	$2.09	$1.85	$2.14	$2.19	$1.57
Weighted Avg Basic	—	18M	18M	18M	18M	18M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	18M	18M	18M	18M	18M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$646M

$648M

$662M

$972M

$1.2B

$1.1B

$1.2B

$1.1B

$936M

$857M

—

$585M

$594M

$902M

$1.1B

$998M

—

$67M

$64M

$68M

$70M

$74M

$57M

$90M

$128M

$114M

$115M

$108M

$85M

Gross Margin

10.6%

9.8%

10.3%

7.2%

6.2%

5.4%

8.5%

10.7%

10.4%

10.7%

11.5%

10.0%

—

$42M

$50M

$66M

$57M

—

Research & Development

—

$100K

$300K

—

Depreciation

—

$16M

$14M

$13M

$11M

$9M

$8M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$44M

$51M

$70M

$68M

$67M

—

$20M

$17M

$428K

$6M

-$10M

$32M

$71M

$57M

$58M

$61M

$44M

EBIT

$20M

$17M

$428K

$6M

-$10M

$32M

$71M

$57M

$58M

$61M

$44M

EBITDA

$20M

$17M

$428K

$6M

-$10M

$3M

$75M

$70M

$69M

$70M

$52M

Operating Margin

2.7%

3.0%

2.5%

0.0%

0.5%

-0.9%

3.0%

5.9%

5.2%

5.4%

6.5%

5.1%

EBITDA Margin

3.1%

3.0%

2.5%

0.0%

0.5%

-0.9%

0.3%

6.3%

6.4%

7.5%

6.1%

—

$2M

$798K

$877K

$948K

$831K

$1M

$756K

$830K

—

$25M

$9M

-$2M

-$3M

$544K

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$5M

$2M

$6M

$3M

$11M

-$4M

$13M

$20M

$22M

$16M

$17M

$20M

-$1M

-$8M

-$7M

-$12M

-$14M

$37M

$32M

$37M

$38M

$27M

Net Margin

2.5%

3.1%

-0.1%

-0.8%

-0.5%

-1.1%

-1.3%

3.1%

2.9%

3.5%

4.1%

3.2%

$0.04

$1.11

$-0.06

$-0.47

$-0.35

$-0.67

$-0.78

$2.09

$1.85

$2.14

$2.19

$1.57

Diluted EPS

$0.04

$1.11

$-0.06

$-0.47

$-0.35

$-0.67

$-0.78

$2.09

$1.85

$2.14

$2.19

$1.57

Weighted Avg Basic

—

18M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

18M

—

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does CALAVO GROWERS INC Do?

Calavo Growers, Inc. markets and distributes avocados, prepared avocados, and other perishable foods to retail grocery and foodservice customers, club stores, mass merchandisers, food distributors, and wholesale customers worldwide. It operates in three segments: Fresh Products, Calavo Foods, and Renaissance Food Group (RFG). The Fresh products segment distributes avocados and other fresh produce products comprising tomatoes and papayas; and procures avocados grown in California, Mexico, Peru, and Colombia. The Calavo Foods segment is involved in purchasing, processing, packaging, and distributing prepared avocado products, including guacamole and salsa. The RFG segment manufactures, markets, and distributes fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, fresh prepared entrée salads, wraps, sandwiches, and fresh snacking products, as well as ready-to-heat entrees, other hot bar and various deli items, meals kits and related components, and salad kits. The company offers its products under the Calavo and RFG brands, and related logos; and Avo Fresco, Bueno, Calavo Gold, Calavo Salsa Lisa, Salsa Lisa, Celebrate the Taste, El Dorado, Fresh Ripe, Select, Taste of Paradise, The First Name in Avocados, Tico, Mfresh, Maui Fresh International, Triggered Avocados, ProRipeVIP, RIPE NOW!, Garden Highway Fresh Cut, Garden Highway, and Garden Highway Chef Essentials trademarks. Calavo Growers, Inc. was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Santa Paula, California. CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) is classified as a small-cap stock in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically within the Agriculture industry. The company is led by CEO Brian W. Kocher and employs approximately 3,270 people, headquartered in SANTA PAULA, California. With a market capitalization of $468M, CVGW is one of the notable companies in the Consumer Staples sector.

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, CALAVO GROWERS INC receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 32.9/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CVGW ranks #2,325 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Staples sector, CALAVO GROWERS INC ranks #90 of 180 stocks, placing it in the upper half of its Consumer Staples peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CVGW Stock Price and 52-Week Range

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) currently trades at $27.55. The stock lost $0.13 (0.5%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CVGW is $28.72, which means the stock is currently trading -4.1% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $18.40, putting the stock 49.7% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 13K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is CVGW Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) carries a value factor score of 37/100 in the Blank Capital model, signaling premium valuation that prices in significant future growth. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 29.29x, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 33.11x — a discount of 12%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 2.39x, versus the sector average of 1.74x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.77x, compared to 0.35x for the average Consumer Staples stock. On an enterprise value basis, CVGW trades at 24.91x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.93x for the sector.

At current multiples, CALAVO GROWERS INC trades at a premium to most Consumer Staples peers. This elevated valuation may be justified if the company can sustain above-average growth rates and profitability, but it also creates downside risk if earnings disappoint expectations.

CALAVO GROWERS INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) earns a quality factor score of 10/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 8.2%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 7.7%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 5.7% versus the sector average of 3.1%.

On a margin basis, CALAVO GROWERS INC reports gross margins of 10.6%, compared to 26.2% for the sector. The operating margin is 2.7% (sector: 2.9%). Net profit margin stands at 2.5%, versus 1.6% for the average Consumer Staples stock. Revenue growth is running at -32.0% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.1% for the sector. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

CVGW Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

CALAVO GROWERS INC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 44.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 72.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 2.21x, indicating strong short-term liquidity. Total debt on the balance sheet is $0. Cash and equivalents stand at $61M.

CVGW has a beta of 0.21, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for CALAVO GROWERS INC is 70/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

CALAVO GROWERS INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, CALAVO GROWERS INC reported revenue of $646M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.04. Net income for the quarter was $17M. Gross margin was 10.6%. Operating income came in at $20M.

In Q1 2026, CALAVO GROWERS INC reported revenue of $122M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.04. Net income for the quarter was $804,000. Gross margin was 12.4%. Revenue grew -20.8% year-over-year compared to Q1 2025. Operating income came in at $-1M.

In FY 2025, CALAVO GROWERS INC reported revenue of $648M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.11. Net income for the quarter was $20M. Gross margin was 9.8%. Revenue grew -2.0% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $20M.

In Q3 2025, CALAVO GROWERS INC reported revenue of $179M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.26. Net income for the quarter was $5M. Gross margin was 10.2%. Revenue grew -0.4% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $9M.

Over the past 8 quarters, CALAVO GROWERS INC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $180M to $646M. Investors analyzing CVGW stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CVGW Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.0%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in CVGW stock would generate approximately $$304.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Consumer Staples sector average dividend yield of 0.4%, meaning CVGW offers above-average income for its sector.

CVGW Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) has a momentum factor score of 50/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 38/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 10/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

CVGW vs Competitors — Consumer Staples Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Staples sector, CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) ranks #90 out of 180 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CVGW in the upper half of all Consumer Staples stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include Ituran Location & Control Ltd. (ITRN) with a score of 60.3/100, DARLING INGREDIENTS INC. (DAR) with a score of 52.9/100, Bunge Global SA (BG) with a score of 53.0/100, SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC (JBSS) with a score of 54.1/100, and Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing CVGW against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CVGW vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how CALAVO GROWERS INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CVGW Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CVGW? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for CALAVO GROWERS INC suggests caution. The quality score of 10/100 flags below-average profitability. The value score of 37/100 indicates premium valuation. Low volatility (stability score 70/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, CALAVO GROWERS INC (CVGW) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 32.9/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CVGW stock.

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