Alico Stock Crosses 200-Day Average, Analysts Divided on Next Move

Shares of the Florida agribusiness company have risen above a key technical indicator, sparking debate on whether it's time to sell.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:38pm

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Shares of Alico, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALCO), a Florida-based agribusiness and land management company, have crossed above their 200-day moving average, a closely watched technical indicator. This has prompted a mixed reaction from Wall Street analysts, with some recommending a 'sell' rating while others maintain a 'hold' stance on the stock.

Why it matters

Alico's stock price crossing the 200-day moving average is a significant technical event that can signal a potential shift in the stock's momentum and future performance. Investors and analysts will be closely watching to see if the stock can maintain this upward trajectory or if it's a sign that it's time to sell.

The details

Alico's stock traded as high as $41.69 on Wednesday, surpassing its 200-day moving average of $36.96. The company's shares last traded at $41.21, with a trading volume of 26,422 shares. Wall Street Zen has downgraded the stock from a 'hold' rating to a 'sell' rating, while Weiss Ratings has maintained a 'sell (d)' rating. One analyst has a 'buy' recommendation, while another has a 'sell' rating, resulting in a consensus 'hold' rating and a $42.00 price target.

  • Alico's stock crossed above its 200-day moving average on Wednesday, April 3, 2026.
  • Alico reported its latest quarterly earnings on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

The players

Alico, Inc.

A Florida-based agribusiness and land management company that owns and manages over 110,000 acres of land in southwestern Florida, with operations focused on citrus groves, sugarcane production, forestry, and other row crops.

Wall Street Zen

An equity research firm that has downgraded Alico's stock from a 'hold' rating to a 'sell' rating.

Weiss Ratings

An investment research firm that has maintained a 'sell (d)' rating on Alico's stock.

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What they’re saying

“We must downgrade Alico's stock as the company's fundamentals do not support the current valuation.”

— Wall Street Zen Analyst, Equity Research Analyst

“Alico's stock remains a 'sell' in our view, as the company continues to struggle with operational challenges.”

— Weiss Ratings Analyst, Investment Research Analyst

What’s next

Investors will be closely watching to see if Alico's stock can maintain its momentum above the 200-day moving average or if it will retreat back below this key technical level.

The takeaway

Alico's stock price crossing the 200-day moving average has sparked a debate among Wall Street analysts, with some recommending a 'sell' rating while others maintain a 'hold' stance. This technical event will be closely watched by investors as they assess the company's long-term prospects.