(AVO) Mission Produce - Ratings and Ratios

Mission Produce, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVO) is a global leader in the avocado industry, with a strong presence in sourcing, farming, packaging, marketing, and distributing avocados, mangoes, and blueberries. Established in 1983 and headquartered in Oxnard, California, the company serves food retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice customers worldwide. Beyond its core products, Mission Produce operates through three segments: Marketing and Distribution, International Farming, and Blueberries. The company offers a range of services including ripening, bagging, custom packing, logistics management, quality assurance, merchandising, promotional support, market insights, and training. Its commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge ripening technology underscores its dedication to quality and innovation in the fresh produce sector.

From a technical perspective, AVOs stock shows a short-term downtrend with its last price of $10.37 slightly above the SMA20 ($10.27) but below the SMA50 ($10.57). The SMA200 at $11.80 indicates a longer-term bearish trend. The Average True Range (ATR) of 0.34 reflects controlled volatility. Fundamentally, with a market cap of $748.39M, AVOs P/E ratio of 18.71 and forward P/E of 20.58 suggest high growth expectations. The P/B ratio of 1.33 indicates a valuation above book value, likely due to brand strength. A P/S ratio of 0.57 highlights reasonable pricing relative to revenue, while an RoE of 7.38 shows moderate profitability. These metrics collectively point to a stock with growth potential but also valuation risks and market saturation concerns.