Freshpet Inc (FRPT)
NASDAQ:FRPT
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FRPT Stock Chart & Stats
$69.50
$2.30(1.57%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$69.50
$2.30(1.57%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$46.45 - $86.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume174.59K
Average Volume (3M)1.71M
Market Cap
$2.70B
Enterprise Value$2.85B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$381.38M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$494.04M
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.5
Beta1.16
Next Earnings
Aug 10, 2026EPS Estimate
0.22Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.10
Shares Outstanding49,142,790
10 Day Avg. Volume1,333,520
30 Day Avg. Volume1,709,622
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.11
Price to Book (P/B)2.46
Price to Sales (P/S)2.70
P/FCF Ratio240.23
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.05
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.51
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit6.44
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.25
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$80.00Price Target Upside15.11% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)1.74
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.21B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Cash GenerationSustained positive free cash flow materially strengthens funding for capacity expansion, R&D and fridge rollouts without heavy reliance on external financing. Over 2–6 months this reduces refinancing risk, supports planned capex (~$150M) and gives management flexibility to invest or return capital.
Large Refrigerated Distribution FootprintA proprietary in‑store fridge network and broad retail penetration create durable visibility and repeat purchase mechanics that are hard for competitors to replicate. This supports household penetration gains and recurring revenue, underpinning long‑term category share and pricing power across channels.
Proprietary Manufacturing Tech & Capacity PlanRollout of proprietary lines should raise throughput, yields and product quality, lowering unit costs and enabling scalable growth. The technology-driven capacity expansion supports margin improvement targets and reduces per‑unit capex over time, strengthening long‑run operating leverage.
Bears Say
Elevated SG&A & LogisticsPersistent high SG&A and rising logistics costs can structurally compress margins and slow free cash flow conversion if sustained. Given Freshpet’s refrigerated model and media intensity, these cost lines may remain elevated and make hitting multi‑year margin targets more challenging.
Uneven Historical Cash/margin Track RecordRecent FCF strength is encouraging but prior deep negatives show sensitivity to capex, scale costs and execution. Durability through a full cycle is unproven; a slowdown or elevated investment needs could quickly reverse cash metrics and pressure the balance sheet.
Retailer & Competitive Assortment RiskRetailer assortment shifts and private‑label refrigerated entrants can displace Freshpet’s fridges or reduce mix/visibility. Because distribution depends on retailer placement, these structural retail dynamics could erode share or mix over time and make growth and margin targets harder to sustain.
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FRPT FAQ
What was Freshpet Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Freshpet Inc lowest stock price was $46.45 and its highest was $86.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Freshpet Inc’s market cap?
Freshpet Inc’s market cap is $2.70B.
When is Freshpet Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Freshpet Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 10, 2026 which is in 49 days.
How were Freshpet Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Freshpet Inc released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported -$0.033 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.248 by -$0.281.
Is Freshpet Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Freshpet Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Freshpet Inc pay dividends?
Freshpet Inc does not currently pay dividends.
What is Freshpet Inc’s EPS estimate?
Freshpet Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.22.
How many shares outstanding does Freshpet Inc have?
Freshpet Inc has 49,142,790 shares outstanding.
What happened to Freshpet Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Freshpet Inc reported an EPS of -$0.033 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $0.248. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -8.717%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Freshpet Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in FRPT
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Freshpet Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$80.00 (15.11% Upside)
$80.00 (15.11% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
FRPT Sentiment 50%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 437.5K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $458.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Neutral
Last 7 Days ▼ 5.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.5%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-23.29%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
16.98%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
17.97%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Freshpet Inc
Freshpet, Inc. produces and distributes natural, fresh, and ready-to-eat food and treats specifically formulated for dogs and cats. These products are available to consumers throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company offers its pet nutrition items under its flagship Freshpet brand, alongside its Dognation and Dog Joy labels. They reach customers through a wide array of retail channels, including major grocery chains, mass-market retailers, warehouse clubs, specialized pet stores, and natural food outlets, as well as via online platforms. Freshpet, Inc. was established in 2004 and is based in Secaucus, New Jersey.
FRPT Company Deck
FRPT Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presents a constructive operating picture: strong top-line growth, expanding household penetration, digital/omnichannel momentum, improving adjusted gross margin and progress on proprietary manufacturing technology. These positives are tempered by elevated SG&A intensity, logistics and fuel cost headwinds, unfavorable price/mix in the quarter, and macro/retailer-related execution risks. Management raised 2026 sales guidance, reiterated adjusted EBITDA guidance, and set ambitious 2027 margin targets, while signaling prudence on capital deployment and the timing of larger technology investments.View all FRPT earnings summariesFRPT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$80.00
▲(15.11% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
1.90% Insiders
32.37% Mutual Funds
43.12% Other Institutional Investors
0.22% Public Companies and
Individual Investors