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Vital Farms Inc

Recommendation: Buy

Entry Date Symbol Recommendation Entry Price (USD) Target 1 (USD) Target 2 (USD) Holding Duration Position Status Return(%)*
20 Nov, 25 VITL Buy USD 32.43 USD 34.05 USD 35.6 19 days Closed 5.00%

*Return(%) represent the percentage change between the entry price and exit price of the recommendation.

Fundamentals

  • Previous Close 27.44
  • Market Cap1703.95M
  • Volume1076739
  • P/E Ratio46.98
  • Dividend Yield-%
  • EBITDA55.06M
  • Revenue TTM500.61M
  • Revenue Per Share TTM12.08
  • Gross Profit TTM 110.45M
  • Diluted EPS TTM0.86

Data Powered by EOD Historical Data (“EODHD”).

Company Overview

Vital Farms, Inc., a food company, provides pasture-raised products in the United States. It offers shell eggs, butter, hard-boiled eggs, and liquid whole eggs. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.

Key Positives

Significant Increase in Net Income and Earnings: Net income rose to USD 16.4 million in Q3 FY25, versus USD 7.4 million in Q3 FY24, while diluted EPS improved to USD 0.36, compared to USD 0.16 in the prior year period

Strong Revenue Expansion: In Q3 FY25, net revenue increased 37.2% to USD 198.9 million, compared to USD 145.0 million in Q3 FY24, driven by volume gains and favourable price/mix improvements

Key Negatives

Sharp Increase in Capital Expenditures: Capital expenditures rose significantly to USD 44.0 million for the 39 weeks ended Q3 FY25, compared to USD 10.5 million in Q3 FY24, driven by substantial investments in facility construction and production capacity

Decline in Operating Cash Flow: Net cash provided by operating activities declined to USD 27.9 million for the 39 weeks ended Q3 FY25, compared to USD 50.0 million in the 39 weeks ended Q3 FY24, reflecting higher working capital and investment needs

Key Investment Risks

Vital Farms faces key risks from rising capital intensity, potential supply-chain disruptions, and sensitivity to commodity price fluctuations, which could impact margins and limit the predictability of future earnings growth

Recommendation Summary

Technical Summary

Entry Price Support* Target 1** Target 2**
32.43 29.5 34.05 35.6

Data Source: REFINITIV, Analysis: StockNextt

*Support can be considered as an indicative stop-loss, and if prices move below that level on closing basis individuals may evaluate exiting the position depending on their risk appetite, previous holdings, and other factors considered. The support and resistance levels may need to be re-evaluated within 4-6 weeks’ time frame depending on the stock price movements from the date of recommendation on the stock.

**Target prices may vary by ±0.5% depending on market volatility.

Key Reasons for Buy

Record Net Revenue Growth and Strong Profitability: Vital Farms delivered exceptional financial performance in the third quarter of fiscal 2025, achieving record net revenue of USD 198.9 million, a 37.2% increase from the same period in fiscal 2024. The company’s gross margin improved to 37.7%, supported by strong volume gains and favourable price/mix benefits. Net income more than doubled year-over-year to USD 16.4 million, reflecting higher revenue leverage and disciplined cost management, while diluted EPS rose to USD 0.36 compared to USD 0.16 in the prior year period.

Operational Momentum and Scaling Capabilities: Operational execution remained a key highlight during the quarter. Vital Farms successfully expanded supply capacity by bringing online a third production line at Egg Central Station in Springfield and integrating a new ERP system aimed at enhancing operational efficiency. The company also broadened its family farm network, onboarding approximately 75 new farms, bringing the total to 575, thereby strengthening long-term supply resilience.

Enhanced Profitability Through Volume and Price Mix: The company’s profitability further benefited from accelerated consumer demand, improved pricing architecture, and scale efficiencies. Adjusted EBITDA increased to USD 27.4 million, representing 13.8% of net revenue, compared to 10.5% in the prior year quarter. Growth was driven by higher net revenue and margin gains, partially offset by strategic investments in labour, marketing, and distribution to support expansion initiatives.

Strong Balance Sheet and Strategic Capital Deployment: Vital Farms ended the quarter with a strong liquidity position, holding USD 145.1 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, with no outstanding debt. Capital expenditures rose to USD 44.0 million for the 39-week period, primarily due to continued investment in its Seymour, Indiana facility and additional capacity enhancements. Operating cash flow moderated to USD 27.9 million, compared with USD 50.0 million in the prior-year period, reflecting increased working capital requirements linked to expansion.

Upgraded Fiscal 2025 Outlook and Long-Term Growth Targets: Following robust third-quarter performance, the company increased its fiscal 2025 revenue outlook to at least USD 775 million, representing at least 28% growth versus fiscal 2024. Adjusted EBITDA guidance was raised to at least USD 115 million, reflecting continued operating momentum. With construction progress at the Seymour facility on track and a structurally advantaged supply network, Vital Farms reiterated confidence in achieving its USD 1 billion net revenue target by 2027.

Considering recent key business, financial updates, current trading levels, and key business risks, a ‘Buy’ recommendation has been given on Vital Farms (NASDAQ: VITL) at the closing market price of USD 32.43, as on Nov 19, 2025.

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Peer Comparison

Sector: Consumer Defensive Industry: Farm Products

Company Change (USD) Price (USD) Trailing PE (x) Forward PE (x) Price Sales TTM (x) Price to Book Value (x) Enterprise Value to Revenue (x) Enterprise Value to EBITDA (x)
VITL
Vital Farms Inc
-0.84 3.06% 26.60 46.98 208.33 2.22 5.44 2.02 23.31
ADM
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
-0.66 0.97% 67.42 14.60 10.52 0.28 1.12 0.40 8.49
TSN
Tyson Foods Inc
-1.03 1.57% 64.71 - 24.94 0.34 1.00 0.51 26.68
BG
Bunge Limited
2.79 2.45% 116.77 10.84 10.76 0.22 1.16 0.29 5.96
MNHVF
Mowi ASA
- -% 21.73 19.37 9.03 1.64 2.33 2.08 8.19

Data Powered by EOD Historical Data (“EODHD”).

Disclosures:

Markets are trading in a highly volatile zone currently due to certain macro-economic issues and prevailing geopolitical tensions. Therefore, it is prudent to follow a cautious approach while investing.

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Note 1: Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Note 2: The reference date for all price data, currency, technical indicators, support, and resistance levels as on November 20, 2025. The reference data in this report has been partly sourced from REFINITIV.

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