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Limoneira Co (LMNR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/13/2025: LMNR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $27
1 Year Target Price $27
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 9.47% | Avg. Invested days 44 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 287.12M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 27 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 27 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 0.46 | 52 Weeks Range 14.40 - 28.87 | Updated Date 08/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 14.40 - 28.87 | Updated Date 08/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.91% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.13 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.96% | Operating Margin (TTM) -9.47% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.75% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.09% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 222.22 | Enterprise Value 348887065 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.63 |
Enterprise Value 348887065 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.63 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.98 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 41.9 | Shares Outstanding 18069000 | Shares Floating 16455284 |
Shares Outstanding 18069000 | Shares Floating 16455284 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.77 | Percent Institutions 57.11 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Limoneira Co
Company Overview
History and Background
Limoneira Co. was founded in 1893 in Santa Paula, California. Initially focused on citrus production, it has evolved into a diversified agribusiness with operations in citrus, avocados, and other agricultural products, as well as real estate development.
Core Business Areas
- Agribusiness: Cultivation, harvesting, and sales of lemons, avocados, and other specialty crops. This is Limoneira's core business segment.
- Real Estate: Development and management of real estate assets, including residential and commercial properties.
- Lemon Packing: Lemon packing services for themselves and other growers.
Leadership and Structure
Harold Edwards serves as the President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors overseeing management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Lemons: Limoneira is one of the largest lemon producers in the United States. Competitors include Sunkist Growers, Paramount Citrus, and other independent growers. Specific market share data is not readily available, but Limoneira is a significant player.
- Avocados: Limoneira also cultivates and sells avocados. Competitors include Calavo Growers and Mission Produce. Similar to lemons, precise market share data is difficult to obtain but Limoneira is a key participant.
- Specialty Citrus and Other Crops: A diversified offering including oranges, grapefruit, and other specialty agricultural products.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The citrus and avocado industries are influenced by factors such as weather patterns, global trade, and consumer demand for healthy foods. Increasing globalization and changing consumer preferences drive market dynamics.
Positioning
Limoneira is positioned as a vertically integrated agribusiness with a focus on sustainable farming practices and product quality. Their diversification into real estate also provides a unique advantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global citrus fruit market is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. The global avocado market is also in the billions. Limoneira, while a significant player, holds a fraction of this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established Brand
- Vertically Integrated Operations
- Diversified Product Portfolio
- Sustainable Farming Practices
- Land Holdings
Weaknesses
- Exposure to Weather-Related Risks
- Dependence on Agricultural Commodity Prices
- High Debt Levels
- Seasonality of Production
- Real Estate Market Fluctuations
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Markets
- Increased Demand for Organic Products
- Development of Value-Added Products
- Strategic Acquisitions
- Leveraging Real Estate Assets
Threats
- Competition from Other Growers
- Pest and Disease Outbreaks
- Changes in Trade Regulations
- Water Scarcity
- Economic Downturns affecting Consumer Spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Sunkist Growers (Private)
- Calavo Growers (CVGW)
- Mission Produce (AVO)
Competitive Landscape
Limoneira differentiates itself through its vertical integration, land holdings, and sustainable farming practices. However, it faces competition from larger, more diversified agribusiness companies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Limoneira's growth has been driven by expansion in its agribusiness operations and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth are dependent on market conditions and company performance. Unavailable in this response
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in infrastructure and sustainable farming practices.
Summary
Limoneira Co. is a well-established agribusiness with significant land holdings and a diversified product portfolio. Its vertically integrated operations and sustainable farming practices are key strengths. However, the company is vulnerable to weather-related risks, commodity price fluctuations, and high debt levels. The TAM is very large and Limoneira has significant room to grow.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Limoneira Co
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Santa Paula, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2001-11-08 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Harold S. Edwards | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Farm Products | Full time employees 241 | Website https://www.limoneira.com |
Full time employees 241 | Website https://www.limoneira.com | ||
Limoneira Company operates as an agribusiness and real estate development company in the United States and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Fresh Lemons, Lemon Packing, Avocados, and Other Agribusiness. It grows, processes, packs, markets, and sells lemons. The company also grows avocado, oranges, and specialty citrus and other crops, including Moro blood oranges, Cara Cara oranges, Valencia oranges, Minneola tangelos, Star Ruby grapefruit, pummelos, and wine grapes. It has lemons planted primarily in Ventura, San Luis Obispo, and San Bernardino Counties in California; and Jujuy, Argentina, as well in Yuma County, Arizona, and La Serena, Chile; avocados planted in Ventura County; oranges planted in Tulare County, California; and wine grapes and other crops. In addition, the company rents residential housing units and commercial office buildings, as well as leases land to third-party agricultural tenants. Further, it is involved in the organic recycling operations; provision of farm management services; and development of land parcels, multi-family housing, and single-family homes. The company markets and sells its lemons directly to food service, wholesale, and retail customers; avocados, oranges, specialty citrus, and other crops to third-party packing houses; and wine grapes to wine producers. Limoneira Company was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Santa Paula, California.
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