SEP 25·SEC EDGARLow
Barnard Stephen J sold $281K of AVO (indirect holdings)
Barnard Stephen J (Executive Chairman) sold 21,646 indirectly-held shares of Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) at $13.00 ($0.28M total) across 2 trades on 2026-09-24.
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$AVO
Mission Produce, Inc.
AlphAI earnings readFiscal third quarter 2026 · SEP 8Revenue of $450 million reflects 26% increase over prior year; annualized Calavo synergy outlook raised to more than $30 million; second-half fiscal 2026 guidance reaffirmed.Verdict: mixedRead →
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SEP 23·SEC EDGAR
Barnard Stephen J sold $1.4M of AVO (indirect holdings)
Barnard Stephen J (Executive Chairman) sold 111,358 indirectly-held shares of Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) at $13.01 ($1.45M total) across 2 trades on 2026-09-21.
SEP 21·SEC EDGAR
Barnard Stephen J sold $446K of AVO (indirect holdings)
Barnard Stephen J (Executive Chairman) sold 35,562 indirectly-held shares of Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) at an average of $12.55 ($12.54–$13.00, $0.45M total) across 2 trades on 2026-09-18.
AVO sentiment & insider activity
Recent AVO coverage spans insider activity, earnings and financial news.
In the last 30 days, AVO insiders filed 9 SEC Form 4 transactions — no purchases and 9 sales ($3.2M). The most active reporter was Barnard Stephen J, Executive Chairman, with 9 filings.
What's driving AVO
The insider sale represents a modest reduction of holdings, unlikely to move the stock significantly.
The insider sale may signal reduced confidence from top management, potentially pressuring the stock short‑term.
Minor insider sell likely has limited price impact.
The announced severance, depreciation and asset retirement costs will likely pressure earnings and weigh on the stock.
The insider sell may signal weak confidence and could pressure the stock short term.
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News on $AVO
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Barnard Stephen J sold $281K of AVO (indirect holdings)
Barnard Stephen J (Executive Chairman) sold 21,646 indirectly-held shares of Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) at $13.00 ($0.28M total) across 2 trades on 2026-09-24.
1 min readBarnard Stephen J sold $1.4M of AVO (indirect holdings)
Barnard Stephen J (Executive Chairman) sold 111,358 indirectly-held shares of Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) at $13.01 ($1.45M total) across 2 trades on 2026-09-21.
1 min readBarnard Stephen J sold $446K of AVO (indirect holdings)
Barnard Stephen J (Executive Chairman) sold 35,562 indirectly-held shares of Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) at an average of $12.55 ($12.54–$13.00, $0.45M total) across 2 trades on 2026-09-18.
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Mission Produce announces major U.S. distribution restructuring
Mission Produce (AVO) is restructuring its U.S. distribution network post-acquisition of Calavo Growers, consolidating facilities and closing a site in Jacksonville, Fla. The move will result in workforce reductions and costs of $1.4M in severance, $8.6M in accelerated depreciation, and $5.4M in asset retirement obligations, with additional lease termination charges to be determined. The company will provide further details in upcoming SEC filings.
1 min readSell Alert: Stephen J Barnard Cashes Out $1.06M In Mission Produce Stock - Mission Produce (NASDAQ:AVO)
Mission Produce (NASDAQ:AVO) Executive Chairman Stephen J Barnard sold 81,496 shares worth $1.06M, according to a recent SEC filing. The company's stock is up 1.13% as of Wednesday. Mission Produce reported 25.8% revenue growth in Q3 2026 but has a low gross margin of 9.93% and negative EPS of -0.08.
1 min readBarnard Stephen J sold $1.1M of AVO (indirect holdings)
Barnard Stephen J (Executive Chairman) sold 81,496 indirectly-held shares of Mission Produce, Inc. (AVO) at an average of $13.03 ($13.01–$13.10, $1.06M total) across 3 trades over 2026-09-11 to 2026-09-14.
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Acquisition Momentum Offset by Profitability Headwinds for Mission Produce (AVO)
Mission Produce (AVO) reported Q3 FY26 adjusted EBITDA of $32.4M, beating expectations. Revenue rose 26% YoY to $450M, driven by avocado supply growth and the Calavo acquisition. However, profitability declined, with adjusted net income down YoY. Q4 adjusted EBITDA is projected at $52M-$55M, incorporating Calavo benefits. Institutional investment remained steady, with 20 hedge funds holding shares.
2 min readMaine (NASDAQ:CALM) Vs The Rest Of The Perishable Food Stocks
Cal-Maine Foods (CALM) reported Q2 revenue of $552.6M, down 49.9% YoY, missing estimates by 2%. Mission Produce (AVO) reported $450M revenue, up 25.8% YoY, beating estimates. Flowers Foods (FLO) and Tyson Foods (TSN) missed estimates. Freshpet (FRPT) reported $305.6M revenue, up 15.5% YoY, beating estimates. Perishable food stocks are down 8.8% on average since earnings.
3 min readMission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO) CEO plans NYSE stock sale from private placements
Mission Produce (AVO) CEO Stephen J. Barnard plans to sell 50,062 shares via a Rule 144 notice. The shares were acquired in private placements between 2014 and 2020 and will be sold on the NYSE through Merrill Lynch.
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Mission Produce: Q3 Revenue Rises 26% To $450 Million And Raises Calavo Synergy Target Above $30 Million
Mission Produce reported Q3 revenue of $450M, up 26% YoY, driven by avocado volume growth post-Calavo acquisition. Net loss was $6.5M, including $25.4M in acquisition costs. Adjusted EBITDA was $32.4M, meeting expectations. The company raised its synergy target from Calavo to over $30M. Q4 avocado volumes are expected to rise 10%, with prices down 10%.
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