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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#4029
Positioning
Market Dominance
Agriculture, Forestry, And Fishing
Agriculture
$265M
Harold S. Edwards
Limoneira Company operates as an agribusiness and real estate development company in the United States and internationally. It grows, processes, packs, markets, and sells lemons. The company also grows avocado, oranges, and specialty citrus and other crops, including avocados.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = LMNR ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$DOLE Dole plc | 72 | 84 | 93 | 52 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CVGW CALAVO GROWERS INC | 64 | 85 | 73 | 59 | 24.8x | 14.4x | 11.2% | 5.4% | 10.2% | 4.8% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 3.0% | 0.0x | $469M | VS | |
$AVO Mission Produce, Inc. | 63 | 78 | 76 | 63 | 15.0x | 7.6x | 10.5% | 5.9% | 12.6% | 5.9% | 4.0% | 10.4% | 0.0% | 27.0x | $871M | VS | |
$VFF Village Farms International, Inc. | 60 | 70 | 71 | 80 | 8.4x | 4.4x | 20.1% | 13.3% | 47.9% | 24.5% | 15.8% | 21.5% | 0.0% | 12.0x | $353M | VS | |
$ORIS ORIENTAL RISE HOLDINGS Ltd | 60 | 64 | 34 | 88 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AGRO Adecoagro S.A. | 56 | 51 | 50 | 44 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$FDP FRESH DEL MONTE PRODUCE INC | 54 | 48 | 47 | 71 | - | - | -3.8% | -3.8% | 7.9% | -2.1% | -2.8% | 0.2% | 3.3% | 9.0x | $1.7B | VS | |
$CTVA Corteva, Inc. | 53 | 41 | 45 | 65 | - | 41.6x | -6.0% | -5.1% | 37.2% | -11.5% | -12.2% | 12.6% | 1.0% | 17.0x | $45.9B | VS | |
$BV BrightView Holdings, Inc. | 52 | 70 | 70 | 37 | 12.3x | 3.8x | 8.4% | 3.7% | 24.1% | 8.1% | 4.6% | -4.1% | 0.0% | 62.0x | $1.6B | VS | |
$ALCO ALICO, INC. | 49 | 11 | 29 | 86 | - | 3.3x | -56.6% | -30.9% | -334.4% | -368.6% | -218.4% | -38.4% | 0.6% | 76.0x | $250M | VS | |
$LMNR Limoneira CO | 36 | 26 | 29 | 20 | - | 35.6x | -0.6% | -0.4% | 12.9% | -3.1% | -2.7% | 6.4% | 2.0% | 40.0x | $265M | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 11.1x | 6.6x | -2.4% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -1.3% | -1.9% | -0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
Limoneira CO (LMNR) receives a "Avoid" rating with a composite score of 35.7/100. It ranks #4029 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 1-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Lagging peers — losers tend to keep underperforming
Expensive relative to fundamentals — limited margin of safety
Weak fundamentals — higher risk of value trap
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Moderate investment profile
Below-average composite — caution warranted
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Relative valuation derived from Agriculture, Forestry, And Fishing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 26 | 19 | +7ALPHA |
| MOMENTUM | 20 | 19 | +1NEUTRAL |
| VALUATION | 29 | 19 | +10ALPHA |
| INVESTMENT | 46 | 88 | -42DRAG |
| STABILITY | 54 | 50 | +4NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 42 | 44 | -2NEUTRAL |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROIC -22.7% vs WACC 8.0% (spread -30.7%)
GM 13% vs sector 18%, OM -3% vs sector -1%
Capital turnover 2.25x
Rev growth 6%, 10yr history
Interest coverage -13.1x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate Limoneira CO (LMNR) as Avoid with a composite score of 35.7/100 at a current price of $14.16. The stock falls in the bottom quintile, and the multi-factor weakness suggests a high probability of continued underperformance.
Limoneira CO holds a lower-quartile position (#15 of 17) within the Agriculture, Forestry, And Fishing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 35.7/100 places it at rank #4029 in our full universe.
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Fair Value
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Weak momentum suggests persistent institutional selling pressure.
Below-average quality raises earnings sustainability concerns.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
Limoneira CO represents a avoid based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our quantitative model flags Limoneira CO with an Avoid rating, assigning a composite score of 35.7/100 and 1 out of 5 stars. Ranked #4029 of 7,333 stocks, LMNR falls in the bottom tier across key factors. Historically, stocks with this profile have faced elevated risk of underperformance and capital loss.
LMNR's quality score of 26/100 is below average, suggesting challenges with profitability or capital efficiency. The company reports a return on equity of -0.6% (sector avg: -2.4%), gross margins of 12.9% (sector avg: 18.2%), net margins of -2.7% (sector avg: -1.9%). Investors should examine whether management is actively addressing these weaknesses or if they reflect structural industry headwinds.
LMNR registers a value score of just 29/100, suggesting the stock trades at a significant premium to its fundamental metrics. Key valuation metrics include an EV/EBITDA of 35.61x, a P/B ratio of 1.42x. High-premium valuations like this require strong future execution to avoid multiple compression, and downside risk is elevated if growth disappoints.
With an investment score of 46/100, LMNR exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 6.4% vs. a sector average of -0.1% and a return on assets of -0.4% (sector: -2.4%). The company appears to be balancing growth investments with capital returns, though the pace of investment may not be enough to accelerate top-line growth meaningfully.
Limoneira CO is experiencing notably weak momentum with a score of just 20/100. The stock has underperformed its peers and is trending below major moving averages. Revenue growth stands at 6.4% year-over-year, while a beta of 0.68 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. While deep momentum weakness can occasionally present value opportunities, it often reflects deteriorating fundamentals or structural headwinds that may persist.
With a stability score of 54/100, LMNR exhibits average financial resilience. Key stability metrics include a beta of 0.68 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 40.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). While the balance sheet is not a major concern, the stock is subject to typical market volatility and may experience sharper drawdowns during risk-off episodes.
The short interest score of 42/100 for LMNR suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include elevated leverage (D/E: 40.00x), micro-cap liquidity risk. With a $265M market cap (micro-cap), Limoneira CO may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
LMNR pays a solid dividend yield of 2.0%, contributing an income component to total returns. This moderate yield suggests a balance between returning capital to shareholders and retaining earnings for reinvestment — a common profile among quality compounders.
Limoneira CO is a micro-cap company in the Agriculture, Forestry, And Fishing sector, ranked #15 of 17 in its sector (12th percentile) and #4029 of 7,333 overall (45th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -0.6% exceeding the -2.4% sector median and operating margins of -3.1% below the -1.3% sector average. This bottom-quartile standing highlights significant competitive headwinds within the Agriculture, Forestry, And Fishing space.
While LMNR currently exhibits a AVOID profile, superior opportunities exist within the AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY, AND FISHING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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RANK #15 OF 17 IN CONSUMER STAPLES
EV/EBITDA 443% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 74% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 29% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
Limoneira Company (LMNR) has been downgraded to sell after a significant EPS miss and mounting losses in Q4 and full-year 2025, with its agribusiness remaining unprofitable and debt swelling to $72.5 million. While management discusses a long-term transformation, near-term catalysts are lacking, and the pace of real estate monetization is slow. The author advises against owning LMNR in the short term due to rising balance sheet risk.
Limoneira (LMNR) has announced a strategic merger of its fresh citrus sales and marketing operations with Sunkist Growers, effective January 1, 2026. This move is expected to enhance Limoneira's market presence and leverage Sunkist's global network, although the initial news led to a downturn in Limoneira's stock. The partnership comes at a crucial time for the citrus industry, aiming to optimize sales and distribution channels.
Zacks Research has downgraded Limoneira (NASDAQ:LMNR) from a "hold" to a "strong sell" rating. Despite the downgrade, other analysts have a mixed view, with the stock currently having a consensus "Hold" rating and an average price target of $18.50, significantly higher than its current trading price of $12.78. Limoneira is an agribusiness and real estate enterprise specializing in citrus and avocado cultivation.
Lake Street Capital Markets has initiated coverage on Limoneira Company (NASDAQ:LMNR) with a Buy rating and a $19.00 price target. The firm expects greater stability for Limoneira in fiscal year 2026, citing their navigation of challenging lemon pricing, strategic asset rationalization, and the significant value driver of the Harvest at Limoneira project. Lake Street also highlighted the growing contribution of high-margin avocado acreage.
Lake Street Capital has reiterated a "Buy" rating for Limoneira (NASDAQ:LMNR), though it lowered its price target from $23 to $19, suggesting a 52.37% potential upside from the current share price. The agribusiness and real estate company, founded in 1893, focuses on citrus, avocados, and specialty crops. Analysts' consensus on LMNR is a "Hold" with an average price target of $18.50.