SunOpta Inc. (STKL)

Refresco announced a definitive agreement to acquire SunOpta for $6.50 per share in cash, expected to close in the second quarter of 2026. SunOpta raised its fiscal 2025 revenue and adjusted EBITDA outlook, citing better-than-expected performance in November and December 2025. SunOpta reported strong third-quarter fiscal 2025 financial results, exceeding expectations with significant year-over-year growth in revenue and adjusted EBITDA. As of March 21, 2026, the stock price had increased by 1.09% in the past month and 24.76% over the last 12 months.

The demand for most of SunOpta's products generally does not experience significant seasonal fluctuations, but sales of broth products typically see higher demand during the first and fourth quarters of each year.

SunOpta, Inc. (STKL) is a North American food and beverage company specializing in plant-based and fruit-based products, operating within the Consumer Staples sector. The company focuses on sustainable, organic, non-GMO, and specialty foods, offering plant-based beverages, fruit snacks, and plant-based ingredients under brands like SOWN, Dream, and West Life.

SunOpta is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and has a significant manufacturing and sourcing footprint across North America, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company has manufacturing facilities in various U.S. states, including Texas, California, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania, and in Niagara, Canada.

SunOpta has a strong brand reputation built on its commitment to innovation, quality, and responsible sourcing. The company is recognized as a global pioneer in sustainable, plant-based, and fruit-based food and beverage solutions, emphasizing clean-label foods and promoting healthy lifestyles, environmental stewardship, and ethical business practices.

Approximately 83.36% to 85.39% of SunOpta's stock is held by institutional shareholders, including Oaktree Capital Management LP and BlackRock, Inc. West Face Capital Inc. is the largest individual shareholder, owning 18.49% of the company's shares, while insiders hold between 1.32% and 1.90% of the stock.