The Fresh Market ( TFM ) Shares of The Fresh Market took a hit on Tuesday after the abrupt resignation of its CEO. Investors don't like uncertainty, but that can also work to the advantage of a potential buyer. The high-end grocer could provide traditional grocers an upscale niche concept with plenty of upside, or private equity could make a play to grow The Fresh Market away from the quarterly scrutiny that comes with the territory as a public company. The Fresh Market went public at $22 five years ago. The shares went on to nearly triple by the summer of 2012, but expansion hiccups have resulted in a stock that has shed nearly half of its peak value. The boutique grocer's concept is still strong, making it a compelling target here. SodaStream ( SODA ) We're now two summers removed from the crazy rumor that PepsiCo ( PEP ) was going to buy SodaStream for $95 a share. The reports originated in a business publication in SodaStream's home turf of Israel, and PepsiCo quickly shot down the speculation.