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Mission Produce, Inc. - 10-Q Summary (Q2 2026)

Business Context and Reporting Period

This report covers the fiscal second quarter ended April 30, 2026. Mission Produce, Inc. is a global leader in the avocado industry, operating through three segments: Marketing & Distribution, International Farming, and Blueberries. The company sources fruit primarily from California, Mexico, and Peru. As of June 3, 2026, the company had 88,319,807 shares of common stock outstanding.

Key Financial Metrics

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Decline: Net sales decreased 24% in Q2 and 20% YTD compared to the prior year. This was primarily driven by a 36% drop in per-unit avocado sales prices in Q2, partially offset by a 15% increase in volume sold. The price decline is attributed to increased Mexican avocado supply due to higher yields.
• Profitability Impact: The company reported a net loss of $7.4 million for Q2, compared to a net income of $3.0 million in the prior year. Operating loss widened significantly due to lower margins and increased transaction advisory costs.
• Transaction Costs: Transaction advisory costs rose to $6.4 million in Q2 (from $0.1 million) and $13.4 million YTD (from $0.2 million), associated with the pending acquisition of Calavo Growers, Inc.
• Segment Performance:
  • Marketing & Distribution: Operating loss of $3.8 million in Q2 vs. income of $7.6 million prior year, driven by low per-unit margins.
  • International Farming: Operating loss of $3.9 million in Q2 vs. $1.3 million prior year, due to higher mango production costs and lower blueberry service volume.
  • Blueberries: Sales decreased 30% in Q2 due to a 41% volume drop, though operating income remained flat.
• Cash Flow: Net cash used in operating activities was $21.0 million YTD, compared to $13.0 million in the prior year, driven by working capital increases in receivables and inventory.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

• Calavo Acquisition: On May 28, 2026, the company consummated the acquisition of Calavo Growers, Inc. for approximately $465 million (cash and stock). This expands the company's footprint in North America and enters the prepared food sector. Initial accounting is incomplete.
• Capital Allocation: On June 3, 2026, the Board approved a new $100 million stock repurchase program over 36 months. The company expects fiscal 2026 capital expenditures to be approximately $45 million.
• Tariff Uncertainty: Significant uncertainty remains regarding U.S. tariffs on imports from Mexico and other countries following a Supreme Court ruling and subsequent administration actions. The company cannot currently estimate the financial impact or potential refunds.
• Liquidity: The company maintains a $550 million senior secured credit facility. As of April 30, 2026, outstanding borrowings were $120.0 million, and the company was in compliance with all financial covenants.
• Legal Proceedings: The company is defending against class action lawsuits regarding wage/hour laws and false advertising claims (sustainable sourcing). No loss contingencies have been accrued as outcomes are not estimable.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Calavo Integration: Verify the timeline for purchase price allocation and the realization of projected cost synergies from the Calavo acquisition.
• Tariff Exposure: Monitor U.S. government actions on tariffs and the status of the CAPE refund system to assess potential financial impacts on margins.
• Avocado Pricing Trends: Track market supply levels from Mexico to determine if the 36% price decline in Q2 is a temporary anomaly or a structural shift.
• Debt Covenants: Confirm continued compliance with leverage and fixed charge coverage ratios, especially as debt levels increase post-acquisition.
• Legal Outcomes: Review developments in the wage/hour and false advertising litigation for potential future accruals or settlements.