Freshpet Inc. receives positive analyst rating upgrades
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 20 Jan 26
Source: Newsfilter
Freshpet Inc. (FRPT) saw a price increase of 5.07% as it crossed above its 5-day SMA, indicating a positive shift in investor sentiment.
The stock's upward movement is attributed to recent analyst rating upgrades, which highlighted improved earnings expectations for Freshpet and other consumer staples companies. Analysts have shown growing confidence in Freshpet's profitability outlook, contributing to its strong performance amid a broader market decline, with the Nasdaq-100 down 2.16% and the S&P 500 down 2.06%.
This positive analyst sentiment may lead to increased investor interest in Freshpet, suggesting potential for further price appreciation as the company continues to demonstrate resilience in a challenging market environment.
Analyst Views on FRPT
Wall Street analysts forecast FRPT stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for FRPT is 68.11 USD with a low forecast of 61.00 USD and a high forecast of 80.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
12 Analyst Rating
6 Buy
6 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 71.500
Low
61.00
Averages
68.11
High
80.00
Current: 71.500
Low
61.00
Averages
68.11
High
80.00
About FRPT
Freshpet, Inc. is focused on the development, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of pet food products. The Company's products consist of dog food, cat food and dog treats. The Company's products are made according to its nutritional philosophy of fresh, meat-based nutrition and minimal processing. Its proprietary recipes include real, fresh meat and varying combinations of vitamin-rich vegetables, leafy greens, and antioxidant-rich fruits, without the use of preservatives or additives. Its products are sold under the Freshpet brand name. The Company sells its products through a network of Company-owned branded refrigerators, Freshpet Fridges. The Company sells its products throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. It sells its products through various classes of retail: grocery, mass, international, digital, pet specialty, and club. The Company also offer fresh treats across all classes of retail under the Dognation and Dog Joy labels.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
