Lawsuit Announcement: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check law firm has filed a securities class action lawsuit against Sprouts Farmers Market on behalf of investors who purchased securities between June 4, 2025, and October 29, 2025, indicating discrepancies between the company's optimistic reports and actual performance amid macroeconomic instability.
Investor Losses: The lawsuit alleges that Sprouts' consumer base was not as resilient to economic pressures as claimed, leading to reduced spending and ultimately failing to meet lofty growth projections, resulting in significant losses for investors.
Lead Plaintiff Process: Investors must apply by January 26, 2026, to be appointed as lead plaintiff representatives in the lawsuit, ensuring their rights to any potential recovery as part of the affected investor class.
Law Firm Background: Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check is a leading law firm specializing in securities fraud class actions, representing both individual and institutional investors, which underscores its influence and expertise in the securities litigation field.
SFM
$80.39+Infinity%1D
Analyst Views on SFM
Wall Street analysts forecast SFM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for SFM is 120.82 USD with a low forecast of 90.00 USD and a high forecast of 160.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
12 Analyst Rating
Wall Street analysts forecast SFM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for SFM is 120.82 USD with a low forecast of 90.00 USD and a high forecast of 160.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
7 Buy
5 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 79.540
Low
90.00
Averages
120.82
High
160.00
Current: 79.540
Low
90.00
Averages
120.82
High
160.00
Goldman Sachs
Leah Jordan
Buy
downgrade
$178 -> $152
2025-10-31
Reason
Goldman Sachs
Leah Jordan
Price Target
$178 -> $152
2025-10-31
downgrade
Buy
Reason
Goldman Sachs analyst Leah Jordan lowered the firm's price target on Sprouts Farmers Market to $152 from $178 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
Goldman Sachs
Leah Jordan
Buy
downgrade
$178 -> $152
2025-10-30
Reason
Goldman Sachs
Leah Jordan
Price Target
$178 -> $152
2025-10-30
downgrade
Buy
Reason
Goldman Sachs analyst Leah Jordan lowered the firm's price target on Sprouts Farmers Market to $152 from $178 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares. The firm expects shares to trade lower following the Q3 report given the lower Q4 outlook and comp miss, but notes continued strength in profitability and EPS growth, the analyst tells investors in a research note.
Roth Capital
Bill Kirk
Neutral
downgrade
$155 -> $91
2025-10-30
Reason
Roth Capital
Bill Kirk
Price Target
$155 -> $91
2025-10-30
downgrade
Neutral
Reason
Roth Capital analyst Bill Kirk lowered the firm's price target on Sprouts Farmers Market to $91 from $155 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. Sprouts' Q3 was a comp store sales miss and earnings beat, while its Q4 guidance calls for continued y/y comp deceleration and earnings below consensus expectations, the analyst tells investors in a research note. Deceleration was quicker than expected, though the two-year trends have stabilized, the firm added.
JPMorgan
Neutral
downgrade
$124 -> $91
2025-10-30
Reason
JPMorgan
Price Target
$124 -> $91
2025-10-30
downgrade
Neutral
Reason
JPMorgan lowered the firm's price target on Sprouts Farmers Market to $91 from $124 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The company is facing tougher compares and a weaker consumer environment, the analyst tells investors in a research note.
About SFM
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. is a specialty natural and organic food retailer. The Company brings products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plant-based and gluten-free. The Company categorizes the varieties of products it sells as perishable and non-perishable. Its perishable product categories include produce, meat and meat alternatives, seafood, deli, bakery, floral and dairy and dairy alternatives. Its produce products include fruits; vegetables; toppings, refrigerated dressings & dips; miscellaneous produce, and floral. Its non-perishable product categories include grocery, vitamins and supplements, bulk items, frozen foods, beer and wine, and natural health and body care. Its beer & wine products include red wine, white wine, rose & blush, champagne & sparkling, beer, non-alcoholic, and sweet wines. Its target customer is comprised of two specific groups: health enthusiasts and selective shoppers. It operates more than 440 stores in 24 states nationwide.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
