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KRT Stock Chart & Stats
$39.52
$1.43(3.62%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$39.52
$1.43(3.62%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$20.61 - $42.09
Previous Close$41.26
Volume128.66K
Average Volume (3M)134.74K
Market Cap
$803.34M
Enterprise Value$610.31
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$34.42M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$76.55M
Price to Earnings (P/E)25.3
Beta0.91
Next Earnings
Aug 06, 2026EPS Estimate
0.47Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.47%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.59
Shares Outstanding19,963,732
10 Day Avg. Volume126,931
30 Day Avg. Volume134,737
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio3.08
Price to Book (P/B)3.03
Price to Sales (P/S)0.97
P/FCF Ratio15.45
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$36.50Price Target Upside-7.64% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)1.8
Revenue Forecast (FY)$524.55M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Profitability & ROEConsistent TTM margins and a high ROE indicate durable operating efficiency and pricing power in distribution/manufacturing. This earnings quality supports sustained reinvestment, dividends, and the ability to absorb cyclical cost swings while maintaining returns to shareholders over the medium term.
Improved Leverage & Balance SheetMeaningfully lower leverage reduces refinancing and interest-rate risk, increasing financial flexibility for capex, inventory funding, and shareholder returns. A healthier capital structure also improves resilience to input-cost shocks and supports strategic initiatives without immediate dilution.
E-commerce Growth & Sustainable Product WinsAccelerating online revenue and growth in eco-friendly SKUs diversify channels and product mix, enabling scale, higher wallet share with smaller customers, and premium positioning. National chain wins validate product-market fit and support repeatable, higher-margin growth over time.
Bears Say
Weak Operating Cash Flow ConversionOperating cash conversion materially below historic levels means reported earnings are less supported by cash, increasing sensitivity to working-capital swings. Persistent weak conversion can constrain investment, dividend sustainability, and force reliance on financing during cost or demand shocks.
Margin Compression From Tariffs And Input CostsSignificant rise in duties and commodity/oil-driven COGS has trimmed margins despite higher nominal sales. If tariffs or elevated input costs persist, pricing lag and competitive pressures could keep margins below prior peaks, reducing free cash flow and limiting margin-driven reinvestment.
Retail Channel Weakness & Timing VolatilityA marked retail sales decline and pull-forward timing introduce demand and revenue volatility, complicating forecasting and working-capital management. Channel-specific weaknesses can reduce predictability of orders and margins, increasing operational risk over the medium term.
Karat Packaging Inc News
KRT FAQ
What was Karat Packaging, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Karat Packaging, Inc. lowest stock price was $20.61 and its highest was $42.09 in the past 12 months.
What is Karat Packaging, Inc.’s market cap?
Karat Packaging, Inc.’s market cap is $803.34M.
When is Karat Packaging, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Karat Packaging, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 3 days.
How were Karat Packaging, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Karat Packaging, Inc. released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $0.34 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.308 by $0.032.
Is Karat Packaging, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Karat Packaging, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Karat Packaging, Inc. pay dividends?
Karat Packaging, Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.45 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.47%. See more information on Karat Packaging, Inc. dividends here
What is Karat Packaging, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Karat Packaging, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.47.
How many shares outstanding does Karat Packaging, Inc. have?
Karat Packaging, Inc. has 19,963,732 shares outstanding.
What happened to Karat Packaging, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Karat Packaging, Inc. reported an EPS of $0.34 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.308. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.695%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Karat Packaging, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in KRT
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$36.50 (-7.64% Downside)
$36.50 (-7.64% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
KRT Sentiment 80%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 70.0K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.9%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.5%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.5%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
56.23%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.47%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-9.46%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Karat Packaging, Inc.
Karat Packaging Inc. is a company dedicated to the manufacturing and distribution of various single-use consumables. These items, crafted from materials such as traditional plastics, paper, and environmentally friendly biopolymer-based or other compostable forms, are primarily intended for use across the restaurant and broader foodservice sectors. Its product range is extensive, encompassing items like containers for food and carry-out orders, packaging bags, general tableware, drinking cups, matching lids, disposable cutlery, straws, specialized beverage components, necessary equipment, and protective gloves, many of which are sold under its "Karat Earth" label. The company supplies its merchandise to a diverse clientele, including national and regional wholesale distributors, large restaurant groups, retail outlets, and direct online purchasers. Furthermore, Karat Packaging offers supplementary services such as innovation in new product lines, graphic design, custom printing, and comprehensive logistics solutions. The firm was established in 2000 and operates from its main office situated in Chino, California.
KRT Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presents a generally positive operational and top-line story: strong revenue growth (+12.9% YoY), accelerating online sales, improving supply diversification, and healthy cash generation and dividends. However, margin pressure from higher tariffs, elevated import costs, and commodity/oil price risk are notable headwinds that compressed gross and EBITDA margins. Management provided cautious but constructive guidance (Q2 sales +8%–10%, gross margin 35%–37%, full-year low-double-digit growth) and is executing pricing and sourcing actions to mitigate cost pressures. On balance, the company shows solid execution and growth momentum while addressing near-term cost challenges.View all KRT earnings summariesKRT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$36.50
▼(-7.64% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
30.95% Insiders
7.23% Mutual Funds
0.05% Other Institutional Investors
54.45% Public Companies and
Individual Investors