See Graham's ranking
4.0
Coffee Holding Co. Inc. is a U.S.-based corporation in the consumer sector, positioned within the food and beverage subsector and focused on the roasting, distribution, and commercialization of coffee. Founded by Sterling Gordon in 1971, the company was initially driven by the growing demand for roasted and ground coffee in both the retail and institutional channels across the United States.
The product portfolio includes green, roasted, ground, and specialty coffees, as well as private-brand lines and items developed under private-label contracts. The offering also encompasses premium blends, gourmet coffees, and foodservice solutions designed to meet a wide range of consumer profiles.
The company’s market footprint covers nationwide distribution in the United States and international activity in Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Operations include sales to retail chains, wholesalers, beverage distributors, restaurants, and hospitality companies, in addition to e-commerce platforms.
Market factors relevant to Coffee Holding Co. include high volatility in international coffee prices, intense competition in the packaged food retail segment, certification requirements related to origin and sustainability, and consumption trends favoring specialty and premium coffee products.
The corporate structure comprises roasting facilities, distribution centers, green coffee warehouses, and commercial and administrative units located in multiple U.S. states. Its operating model includes global coffee procurement, quality control, domestic and international logistics, and the management of proprietary and licensed brands.
The scale of operations involves hundreds of retail and wholesale clients, contracts with major distribution networks, and production capacity designed to process various coffee profiles, with emphasis on logistical efficiency and consistency in product standards.
The logistics chain is based on the importation of coffee beans, storage, roasting, packaging, and distribution. Headquarters are located in New York, supported by additional operational units responsible for supplying regional and international markets.
Coffee Holding Co. Inc. is listed on Nasdaq and trades under the ticker JVA.
History and Foundation
The company was founded in 1971 in New York, when Sterling Gordon established an operation focused on importing, roasting, and selling roasted and ground coffee to regional retailers and distributors.
The early years were marked by the gradual expansion of the client base, the strengthening of partnerships with international suppliers, and the development of private brands, enabling greater penetration in specialty retail and the institutional channel.
During the 1990s, the company recorded faster growth, expanding its production capacity, entering international markets, and diversifying its portfolio to include specialty coffees and premium blends.
In 2005, a significant milestone was reached with the completion of its initial public offering (IPO) on Nasdaq, which supported logistics expansion, increased roasting capacity, and investments in new private-label contracts with major retail chains.
Between 2020 and 2024, operations were shaped by adjustments stemming from coffee price volatility, growth in e-commerce sales, portfolio reviews, initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, and adaptation to shifting consumption patterns in the hot beverages market.
Additional Information
The Company Coffee Holding Co. Inc. (United States), is listed on Nasdaq with a market value of $ 21.42 Millions, having an equity of $ 26.77 Millions.
With a total of 79 employees, the company is listed in the sector of Consumer/Non-Cyclical and categorized in industry of Food Processing.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 89.74 Millions, which generated a loss in the amount of $ 1.85 Million.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 11.58, a P/BV ratio of 0.80 and in the last 12 months the Company did not pay dividends.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker JVA.
