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Coffee Holding Co Inc(JVA)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 40 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+26.23% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$5.15
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for JVA

11/09/2026: JVA (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Coffee Holding Co Inc is a small-cap wholesale coffee roaster and dealer that provides private-label services and proprietary coffee brands to the retail and food service markets. Its main strength lies in its long-standing operational history and established niche brands, providing a stable foundation in a highly commoditized industry. The primary investment story centers on the company's ability to secure large private-label contracts and improve efficiencies. However, the company faces significant risks, including thin profit margins, exposure to volatile commodity prices, and fierce competition from global coffee giants. This stock may suit investors looking for a niche play in the coffee industry, though they should monitor contract wins and supply chain costs.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company lacks the rapid revenue growth profile typically sought by growth investors.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock has historically lacked sustained positive momentum or high trading volume.
Value investorMixed fitWhile the market cap is low, value is difficult to ascertain given the volatility of earnings tied to commodity prices.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not provide a consistent or attractive dividend yield for income-focused investors.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap volatility and industry-specific commodity risks make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe business is heavily dependent on volatile green coffee commodity markets.
Valuation riskMedium / highSmall-cap stocks with limited earnings visibility can face significant valuation adjustments.
Competition risk (Large CPG Coffee Companies)HighThe company competes against well-capitalized giants like SJM and KHC.
Business qualityLowThe company operates in a highly commoditized segment with thin profit margins.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no meaningful dividend history to provide income support.
Execution riskMediumMaintaining quality and securing retail contracts requires constant operational precision.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 128.72%
Avg. Invested days 42
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
JVA receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
JVA has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid revenue growth (+22.6%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-36.7%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -6.2%), soft profitability (net margin 1.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
JVA's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 53.8%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is JVA's strongest growth driver at +22.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-36.7%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-215.7%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 20.4% and approximately 80.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 12.52% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Renaissance Technologies Corp 7.50%
Quinn Opportunity Partners LLC 2.03%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 1.58%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 1.42%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 0.99%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
JVA generates approximately $160 of gross profit, $22 of operating income, and $-62 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 26.95%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
JVA has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 27.74M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 5.86
1Y Target Price 7
Price to earnings Ratio 5.86
1Y Target Price 7
Volume (30-day avg) 62.9K shares
Beta 1.44
52 Weeks Range 2.85 - 5.23
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 2.85 - 5.23
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.66%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.83

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Roasted CoffeeProduction and sale of proprietary brands and private-label coffee.Revenue comes from selling roasted coffee to grocery stores and food service providers.
Green CoffeeTrading of raw, unroasted coffee beans.Revenue comes from acting as a middleman for unroasted beans, subject to commodity price changes.

Valuation

Trailing PE 5.86
Forward PE 13.39
Enterprise Value 28.88M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29
Enterprise Value 28.88M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.29
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.3
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.91
Shares Outstanding 5.71M
Shares Floating 4.57M
Shares Outstanding 5.71M
Shares Floating 4.57M
Percent Insiders 12.52
Percent Institutions 20.36

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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