Village Farms Surges 33% After Q1 Report - Hydrofarm, iAnthus, Ascend Focus On Margins, Cash Flow
Earnings Reports Overview: Several U.S. and Canadian cannabis companies reported their Q1 2025 earnings, highlighting challenges such as oversupply and regulatory uncertainty, with notable performances from Village Farms International, which saw a significant stock increase following a divestiture announcement.
Company Highlights: Hydrofarm experienced a decline in sales and widened losses, while iAnthus turned profitable due to asset sales; Ascend Wellness reported decreased revenues but maintained positive cash flow, and Village Farms showed strong growth in its Canadian cannabis segment despite overall losses.
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Calavo Growers Reveals Change in Leadership
Leadership Transition: Lee E. Cole will retire as President and CEO of Calavo Growers on December 8, 2025, after four decades of leadership, with B. John Lindeman appointed as his successor.
Acknowledgment of Contributions: The Board of Directors expressed gratitude for Cole's leadership, highlighting his role in strengthening the company's operational foundation and expanding its global reach.
Lindeman's Background: B. John Lindeman, who previously served as CFO of Calavo and has extensive industry experience, is expected to drive growth and create sustainable value for shareholders.
Ongoing Strategic Review: Calavo is currently evaluating strategic alternatives following a non-binding acquisition proposal received in June 2025, with no further comments planned until a specific development occurs.
GrowGeneration Reports Q3 Earnings Exceed Expectations, Revenues Decline 6% Year-Over-Year
GrowGeneration Corp. Q3 2025 Performance: GrowGeneration reported a narrower loss of 4 cents per share in Q3 2025, with revenues of $47 million, a 5.6% decline year-over-year, but exceeding estimates. The company improved its gross profit and reduced operating expenses significantly.
Bunge Global SA Earnings Report: Bunge Global reported adjusted earnings of $2.27 per share for Q3 2025, beating estimates despite a 1% year-over-year decline. However, its net revenues surged 71.6% to $22.16 billion but fell short of consensus expectations.
Upcoming Reports from Hydrofarm and BrightView: Hydrofarm is expected to report a revenue decline of 18.8% for Q3 2025, with an anticipated loss of $3.08 per share. BrightView is set to report a slight revenue decline for Q4 2025, with expected earnings of 32 cents per share.
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