Natural Fresh Pet Food Leader • NASDAQ: FRPT
Freshpet (FRPT) is a fast-growing packaged foods company specializing in refrigerated fresh pet meals and treats, delivering consistent double-digit revenue growth through an expanding network of in-store refrigerators, with strong Q2 2026 results prompting raised full-year guidance and a consensus "Strong Buy" analyst rating despite historical stock volatility and competition in the premium pet food space.
Facts: Over the past 5 years, FRPT delivered approximately 55% total return (as of early August 2026 data), compared to ~76% for the S&P 500.
| Period | FRPT Return | S&P 500 Return |
|---|---|---|
| YTD (2026) | ~2.38% | ~13.02% |
| 1-Year | ~10.87% | ~22.22% |
| 3-Year | ~15.41% | ~72.77% |
| 5-Year | ~55.15% | ~75.72% |
Interpretation: FRPT has shown resilience with positive long-term returns but has underperformed broader markets recently, reflecting sector-specific pressures and growth stock volatility typical in consumer staples/packaged foods.
More on 12-year stock price history →
Facts (from company reports and filings):
| Metric | Recent Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TTM Net Income | ~$200M (includes one-offs) | Profit margin ~17.6% |
| TTM EPS | ~$3.74–3.99 | Strong improvement |
| Gross Margin Trend | Improving (40–42%+) | Target: ≥49% Adj. by 2027 |
| Employees | 1,288 | Full-time |
Uncertainty: 2026 full-year guidance raised to 10–12% net sales growth and $210–220M Adj. EBITDA following Q2 results; actual results depend on volume, pricing, and macro factors.
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Facts: Consensus rating is "Strong Buy" or "Moderate Buy" across major platforms, based on 9–23 analyst ratings with zero Sell ratings.
| Metric | Value | Source Range |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus Rating | Strong Buy | 9–23 analysts |
| Average Price Target | $73–$81 | TipRanks, Chartmill, WSJ, etc. |
| High Target | $87–$104 | Various |
| Low Target | $62–$63 | Various |
| Recent Actions | Upgrades (e.g., JPM to $72) | July 2026 |
Interpretation: Analysts view FRPT favorably due to market share gains in the premium fresh pet food category and improving profitability, though targets imply significant upside from recent trading levels.
Facts: Primary channel is a network of company-owned Freshpet-branded refrigerators placed in ~30,435 retail locations (grocery, mass, club, pet specialty, natural foods stores) as of March 2026, plus limited digital/international sales.
Facts: Competes in the premium/refrigerated pet food segment and broader packaged foods space.
| Category | Key Competitors | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Fresh Pet Food | Farmer's Dog (DTC subscription), JustFoodForDogs, Hill's (Colgate fresh lines) | Refrigerated/fresh segment rivals |
| Broader Pet Food | Blue Buffalo (General Mills), Purina (Nestlé), Royal Canin | Traditional kibble/wet food |
| Packaged Foods Peers | Vital Farms (VITL), Utz Brands (UTZ), Lamb Weston (LW), BellRing Brands (BRBR), Simply Good Foods (SMPL) | Similar consumer staples growth profiles |
Interpretation: Freshpet's moat stems from its extensive fridge network and brand positioning in fresh, refrigerated pet nutrition; however, increasing competition from both DTC players and established pet food giants entering the fresh category represents a key risk.
Additional Resources: IR Site • Yahoo Finance • Macrotrends History
All data compiled from publicly available sources as of August 2026. This is for informational purposes only and not investment advice. Financial and analyst data subject to revision.