Freshpet (FRPT) has seen mixed sentiment in recent news. JPMorgan lowered its price target from $154 to $102, citing concerns over consumption trends and potentially optimistic future estimates. However, other analysts have shown cautious optimism, with some upgrades indicating ongoing interest in the company's performance.
The stock is currently trading at $89.305 as of the latest data. Key technical indicators suggest a bearish trend:
Fibonacci levels indicate key support at $92.33 and $87.14, with a pivot point at $100.75.
High options trading volume, particularly in the $90 strike put option, suggests bearish sentiment among options traders.
Based on the technical indicators and news sentiment, the stock is likely to continue its downward trend. The next trading week could see the price testing the lower Fibonacci support levels.
Predicted Price: $85.00
Recommendation: Sell
The price of FRPT is predicted to go up -30.74%, based on the high correlation periods with VRCA. The similarity of these two price pattern on the periods is 99.04%.
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Freshpet's focus on premium fresh food exposes it to the fastest growing segment in pet food, which should help drive robust growth for years to come.
Freshpet's refrigerator installation gives it a leg up against competition which seeks to enter the fresh pet food market and lacks the necessary shelf space.
Rising pet ownership and ongoing pet humanization trends create tailwinds for Freshpet's premium offering.
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Price Target
$155 → $142
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