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What's Going On With SunOpta Inc. Stock Thursday?

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SunOpta Inc. has seen no changes in stock price this week as it faces the aftermath of its acquisition by Refresco.

As of Thursday, SunOpta Inc. (SOY.TO) closed at C$8.84, maintaining its price from the previous trading sessions. Despite the lack of price movement, the company has been in the spotlight due to significant corporate developments.

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SunOpta Inc.

SOY.TO

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SOY.TO

SunOpta Inc.

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โ†‘ $2.95 (50.08%)
120 day period
$4.75$6.90$9.05Nov 13Feb 10May 6

Market cap

$1.05B

P/E

49.1x

52W high

$9.45

52W low

$4.69

1W change

+0.00%

Beta

1.03

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering SOY

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Wall Street analysts forecast SOY stock price to rise 65.8% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$14.66

+65.8% Upside

Current Price

C$8.84

Last close

Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on SOY's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$4.79C$6.01C$7.22C$8.44C$9.65C$10.87TodayDec 29Mar 4May 6Jun 18Aug 1Sep 13

30-Day Vol

12.7%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

54.3%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+7.2%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$9.07

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1ฯƒ)
30 trading daysC$8.92C$8.53 โ€“ C$9.31
60 trading daysC$8.99C$8.45 โ€“ C$9.57
90 trading daysC$9.07C$8.41 โ€“ C$9.78

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯƒ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯƒ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

Investor takeaway: SunOpta's recent acquisition by Refresco has led to increased trading volume, indicating investor interest despite the stock's current stability. Investors may want to monitor the implications of this acquisition on future performance.

SunOpta's stock price remained stable amid acquisition developments.

Year-to-date, SunOpta's stock has risen by 72.99%, reflecting strong investor sentiment leading up to the acquisition.

Bull case

The acquisition by Refresco could boost SunOpta's operational capabilities and expand its market reach. This may lead to better financial performance in the long run.

Bear case

Investors should be cautious as the stock is now delisted from the TSX and Nasdaq following the acquisition. This change may limit trading opportunities and liquidity.

Recent Developments

SunOpta recently completed its acquisition by Refresco, with the deal finalized on May 1, 2026. This acquisition has been a significant event for the company, receiving overwhelming approval from shareholders, with 98.06% voting in favor on April 17, 2026. Following the completion of the acquisition, SunOpta's shares were delisted from both the TSX and Nasdaq, marking a new chapter for the company as a wholly owned subsidiary of Refresco.

Technical Picture

As of the latest close, SunOpta's stock price is C$8.84, slightly below its 50-day moving average of C$8.88, indicating a minor downtrend in the short term. The stock is significantly above its 200-day moving average of C$7.61, suggesting strong long-term performance. The 52-week range for SunOpta's stock is C$4.69 to C$9.45, with the current price sitting at approximately 87% of this range. The stock has a beta of 1.03, reflecting a volatility level close to the market average. Notably, the trading volume has surged to 119,485 shares, far exceeding the 20-day average volume of 11,778 shares, indicating heightened investor activity.

Price Action

SunOpta Inc. (SOY.TO) closed at C$8.84, with no change in price over the last day or week. The stock has demonstrated a year-to-date increase of 72.99%, reflecting strong investor interest leading up to its acquisition.


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