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SENEA 
Seneca Foods Corp A (SENEA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/29/2025: SENEA (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 39.51% | Avg. Invested days 52 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/29/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 692.45M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.05 | 1Y Target Price 21 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.05 | 1Y Target Price 21 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.41 | 52 Weeks Range 56.36 - 100.65 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 56.36 - 100.65 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.9 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.61% | Operating Margin (TTM) -0.23% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.91% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.78% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.05 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 1025793955 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44 |
Enterprise Value 1025793955 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.44 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.65 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.69 | Shares Outstanding 5330250 | Shares Floating 4781127 |
Shares Outstanding 5330250 | Shares Floating 4781127 | ||
Percent Insiders 13.42 | Percent Institutions 55.42 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Seneca Foods Corp A
Company Overview
History and Background
Seneca Foods Corp A was founded in 1949. It has grown through acquisitions and internal development to become a significant player in the packaged fruits and vegetables industry.
Core Business Areas
- Packaged Vegetables: Seneca processes and packages a variety of vegetables, including canned, frozen, and jarred products. These products are sold under their own brands and private labels.
- Packaged Fruits: Seneca also processes and packages fruits, such as canned fruits, fruit cups, and other fruit-based products, again for both own brands and private labels.
- Frozen Foods: This segment includes frozen vegetable and fruit products, sold to retail and foodservice customers.
Leadership and Structure
Seneca Foods Corp A has a traditional corporate structure with a CEO and other key executives overseeing various departments. The Board of Directors provides oversight and strategic direction.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Canned Vegetables: Seneca's canned vegetables, including corn, peas, and green beans, are a significant portion of their revenue. Market share information is not readily available, and the market is highly competitive with brands like Del Monte and Green Giant (BGS).
- Frozen Vegetables: Seneca's frozen vegetables are sold under various brands. Market share data is not publicly available, and the competition includes Conagra (CAG) and Simplot.
- Fruit Cups: Seneca's fruit cups provide revenue to the overall company sales. The company needs to compete with Dole Food Company in this category.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The packaged foods industry is mature and competitive, with demand driven by consumer preferences for convenience and affordability. Trends include increased demand for organic and healthy options.
Positioning
Seneca Foods Corp A is a major player, particularly in the private label segment. Their competitive advantages include their extensive distribution network and processing capabilities.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Seneca's positioning primarily focuses on private label and value-oriented segments, limiting its immediate access to the premium/organic sections of the TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong private label business
- Extensive distribution network
- Established processing capabilities
- Vertical integration with some farming operations
Weaknesses
- Dependence on private label contracts
- Vulnerability to commodity price fluctuations
- Limited brand recognition compared to larger competitors
- Debt levels
Opportunities
- Expanding into organic and healthy food markets
- Acquiring smaller regional food processors
- Developing new value-added products
- Increasing penetration in foodservice channels
Threats
- Increased competition from larger food companies
- Changes in consumer preferences
- Rising commodity prices
- Economic downturn affecting consumer spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BGS
- CAG
- KHC
- GIS
Competitive Landscape
Seneca Foods Corp A faces competition from larger, more diversified food companies with stronger brand recognition. Seneca's advantage lies in its private label expertise and cost-effective production. A challenge is the overall lack of differentiation in the vegetables space.
Major Acquisitions
A frozen vegetable company
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 6.1
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Seneca's frozen vegetable product line and market presence.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth requires access to the Seneca Foods annual report.
Future Projections: Future projections for Seneca Foods Corp A require access to analyst estimates and financial models.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives undertaken by Seneca Foods Corp A require access to their news releases and investor relations materials.
Summary
Seneca Foods is a smaller player in the packaged foods sector, heavily reliant on private label contracts which can be unstable. While it has strengths in distribution and cost efficiency, it needs to address weaknesses like low brand recognition and vulnerability to commodity price swings. Opportunities exist in healthier foods and strategic acquisitions, but threats from larger competitors and changing consumer tastes require careful navigation. Overall, it is a weak company due to debt, size and competition.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (annual reports, 10-K)
- Industry reports
- Financial news sources
- AI analysis of provided context
Disclaimers:
The analysis is based on available information and assumptions. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. This is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Seneca Foods Corp A
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Fairport, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1998-06-03 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Paul L. Palmby | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 2800 | Website https://www.senecafoods.com |
Full time employees 2800 | Website https://www.senecafoods.com | ||
Seneca Foods Corporation provides packaged fruits and vegetables in the United States and internationally. The company offers canned, frozen, and jarred produce; jarred fruit; and snack chips and other food products under the private label, as well as under various national and regional brands that the company owns or licenses, including Seneca, Libby's, Green Giant, Aunt Nellie's, CherryMan, Green Valley, and READ. In addition, it packs canned and frozen vegetables under contract packing agreements. Further, the company engages in the sale of cans, ends, and seeds, as well aircraft operations. It provides its products to grocery outlets, including supermarkets, mass merchandisers, limited assortment stores, club stores, and dollar stores; specialty retailers; and food service distributors, restaurant chains, industrial markets, other food packagers, and export customers in approximately 55 countries, as well as federal, state, and local governments for school and other feeding programs. Seneca Foods Corporation was incorporated in 1949 and is headquartered in Fairport, New York.
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