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Calavo Growers sees 16% increase in short interest in February
The avocado supplier's stock saw higher short selling activity last month.
Mar. 18, 2026 at 9:42am
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Calavo Growers, Inc. (NASDAQ:CVGW), a global supplier and distributor of fresh avocados and other perishable foods, saw a 16% increase in short interest during the month of February. As of February 27th, there was short interest totaling 1,245,527 shares, up from 1,073,608 shares on February 12th. This represents approximately 7.5% of the company's outstanding shares.
Why it matters
The rise in short interest could indicate that some investors are betting against Calavo Growers' stock performance in the near term. Short selling activity is often seen as a bearish signal, as it suggests some traders expect the stock price to decline. However, the overall level of short interest remains relatively low compared to the company's total shares outstanding.
The details
Calavo Growers operates two business segments: Fresh and Calavo Foods. The company partners with growers in key producing regions to source, ripen and package whole avocados for retail, wholesale and foodservice customers. Several hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of Calavo Growers, with some new positions being established in the stock.
- As of February 27th, 2026, there was short interest totaling 1,245,527 shares.
- On February 12th, 2026, the short interest was 1,073,608 shares.
The players
Calavo Growers, Inc.
A global supplier and distributor of fresh avocados and other perishable foods, headquartered in Santa Paula, California.
Quarry LP
A hedge fund that purchased a new stake in Calavo Growers during the third quarter.
Garner Asset Management Corp
A hedge fund that purchased a new position in Calavo Growers during the fourth quarter.
Royal Bank of Canada
A financial institution that boosted its position in Calavo Growers by 43% during the fourth quarter.
CANADA LIFE ASSURANCE Co
An insurance company that increased its stake in Calavo Growers by 145.4% during the fourth quarter.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
The takeaway
The rise in short interest in Calavo Growers' stock could signal that some investors are taking a bearish view on the company's near-term performance, though the overall level of short interest remains relatively low. The company's ability to navigate market conditions and maintain its position as a leading supplier of fresh avocados and other produce will be closely watched by investors.
