最新ニュース Freshpet (NASDAQ:FRPT) 株価情報

Freshpet

Freshpet produces and sells premium fresh pet food through its company-owned refrigerators placed in grocery, mass and club, pet specialty, and natural stores. The former two store types accounted for 89% of 2023 sales, with grocery stores representing the primary driver of footprint growth. Freshpet primarily targets dogs (92% of sales), with cats and treats comprising the rest of its sales. Geographically, the company's home US market, where all its food is produced, accounts for about 96% of sales, with exports to Canada, the United Kingdom, and other European countries accounting for the remaining balance.

Freshpet Inc

Freshpet's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NYSE">FRPT</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.04% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.87 million shares sold short, which is 11.8% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 6.22 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Freshpet Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733495417_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Freshpet has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Freshpet's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Freshpet's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.56%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Freshpet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Nov. 4, Freshpet reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook. &#8220;Our third quarter results demonstrate the strength and consistency of both net sales and profitability growth we have been striving to deliver. We delivered our 25th consecutive quarter of >25% year on year net sales growth and matched that with a very strong operating performance. This further strengthens our confidence in our ability to meet or exceed our 2027 goals,&#8221; commented Billy Cyr, Freshpet&#8217;s Chief Executive Officer. The company's stock gained around 14% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FRPT">has a 52-week high</a> of $159.12.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 72.43</li>
<li>FRPT Price Action: Shares of Freshpet gained 3.9% to close at $156.38 on Tuesday.</li>
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<li>On Oct. 1, the company posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings. Sherman Miller, president and chief executive officer of Cal-Maine Foods, stated, &#8220;Our financial and operating results for the first quarter mark a strong start to fiscal 2025 for Cal-Maine Foods. These results reflect favorable demand for shell eggs during most of the quarter and significantly higher market prices compared with the first quarter last year.&#8221; The company's stock gained around 4% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CALM">52-week high</a> of $96.02.</li>
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Oppenheimer analyst Rupesh Parikh maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $155 to $180.

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Oppenheimer Maintains Outperform on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $180

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Deutsche Bank raised the price target for Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EMR#NYSE">EMR</a>) from $136 to $140. Deutsche Bank analyst Nicole Deblase maintained a Buy rating. Emerson Electric shares closed at $117.67 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EMR/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co raised the price target for Arcellx, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACLX#NASDAQ">ACLX</a>) from $80 to $95. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Emily Bodnar maintained a Buy rating. Arcellx shares closed at $87.12 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley slashed NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) price target from $250 to $235. Morgan Stanley analyst Joseph Moore maintained an Equal-Weight rating. NXP Semiconductors shares settled at $224.65 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NXPI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Stifel raised Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) price target from $155 to $165. Stifel analyst Mark Astrachan maintained a Buy rating. Freshpet shares closed at $151.59 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FRPT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Baird increased Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHH#NYSE">CHH</a>) price target from $138 to $145. Baird analyst Michael Bellisario maintained an Outperform rating. Choice Hotels shares closed at $139.46 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CHH/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Stifel analyst Mark Astrachan maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $155 to $165.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $165

DA Davidson analyst Brian Holland maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $183 to $189.

DA Davidson Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $189

TD Cowen analyst Robert Moskow maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $160 to $174.

TD Cowen Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $174

JP Morgan analyst Ken Goldman maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $126 to $154.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $154

Truist Securities analyst Bill Chappell maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $160 to $170.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $170

Wells Fargo analyst Marc Torrente maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $157 to $175.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $175

Deutsche Bank analyst Stephen Powers maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $161 to $163.

Deutsche Bank Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $163

Benchmark analyst John Lawrence maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $150 to $185.

Benchmark Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $185

Baird analyst Peter Benedict maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $157 to $170.

Baird Maintains Outperform on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $170

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Shares of Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IART#NASDAQ">IART</a>) rose sharply during Monday's session after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results.
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<li>Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) gained 10.9% to $148.32 after the company reported better-than-expected quarterly financial results and raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook.</li>
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Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/g41708955/freshpet-inc-reports-third-quarter-2024-financial-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter results</a>.
EPS for the quarter was $0.24, an improvement from a loss of $0.15 a year ago, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">topped the analyst consensus of $0.08.</a>
Quarterly sales of $253.367 million beat the street view of $248.211 million. Volume gains of 26.1% primarily drove the increase in net sales.
For the third quarter, adjusted gross profit was $117.7 million, or 46.5% of net sales, compared to $80.6 million, or 40.2% of net sales, for the prior year period.
Adjusted EBITDA rose $20.2 million YoY to $43.5 million, and margin expanded by 560 bps to 17.2%.
As of September 30, the company had cash and equivalents of $274.6 million, with $394.6 million of debt outstanding net of $7.9 million of unamortized debt issuance costs.
Cash from operations for the nine months ended September end was $103.9 million, compared to $38.97 million a year ago. For the quarter, operating cash flow was $56.1 million.
The company <a target="_blank" href="https://investors.freshpet.com/static-files/1ccc3173-3897-4223-8660-c6ebf399af39" rel="noreferrer noopener">achieved </a>a 790 basis point improvement in quality, input, and logistics costs in the quarter, with adjusted gross margin and cost efficiencies surpassing long-term targets, supported by focused workforce training.
&#8220;Our&nbsp;third quarter&nbsp;results demonstrate the strength and consistency of both net sales and profitability growth we have been striving to deliver. We delivered our 25th consecutive quarter of &gt;25%&nbsp;year on year net sales growth and matched that with a very strong operating performance. This further strengthens our confidence in our ability to meet or exceed our 2027 goals,&#8221; commented Billy Cyr, Freshpet&#8217;s Chief Executive Officer.
&#8220;We are raising our net sales and Adjusted EBITDA&nbsp;guidance&nbsp;for 2024 to reflect this continued strong performance and our confidence in our ability to finish the year strongly and, as a result, create significant shareholder value in a way that serves pets, people, and the planet.&#8221;
2024 Outlook, raised: FRPT now sees net sales of ~$975 million (prior expectation at least $965 million) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">versus consensus of $969.47 million.</a>
The company expects Adjusted EBITDA of at least $155 million (prior expectation $140 million) and capital expenditures of ~$180 million (prior $200 million).
Price Action: FRPT shares are trading higher by 6.96% to $143.00 at last check Monday.

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Freshpet Surges On Strong Q3 Earnings Beat, 25th Quarter Of Double-Digit Sales Growth: Details

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Freshpet shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q3 financial results and raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA outlook.

Freshpet Sees FY24 Net Sales $965M-$975M vs $969.47M Est., Raised Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA Outlook From $140M+ To $155M+

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Freshpet Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $0.24 Beats $0.08 Estimate, Sales $253.367M Beat $248.211M Estimate

Benchmark analyst John Lawrence reiterates Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and maintains $150 price target.

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Benchmark Reiterates Buy on Freshpet, Maintains $150 Price Target

Stifel analyst Mark Astrachan maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $135 to $155.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $155

Brian Holland, an analyst from D.A. Davidson, reiterated the Buy rating on Freshpet (FRPT – Research Report). The associated price target is $189.0...

Promising Outlook for Freshpet: Strong Growth Potential and Financial Performance Underpin Buy Rating

Analyst Robert Moskow of TD Cowen maintained a Buy rating on Freshpet (FRPT – Research Report), retaining the price target of $174.00. Robert Mosko...

Freshpet: Positive Outlook and Strategic Growth Initiatives Support Buy Rating

The food maker industry is evolving rapidly due to a surge in demand for organic and locally sourced products, driven by consumers' increasing interest in health and sustainability. So, let's analyze Sysco (SYY) and Freshpet (FRPT) to determine which food stock is poised for growth. Read more... The advancements in food technology, such as precision fermentation, cellular agriculture, and AI-driven food formulation, revolutionize production processes and enable the creation of novel products. The growing use of smart packaging reflects an increased focus on food safety and traceability. Revenue in the food market is expected to grow at a <a href="https://www.statista.com/outlook/cmo/food/united-states">CAGR of 4.1% by 2029</a>.
Moreover, the ready-to-eat food industry is experiencing significant transformation driven by evolving demand for organic and locally sourced products and lifestyle changes. Modern consumers are increasingly seeking <a href="https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/ready-to-eat-food-market">convenient meal solutions</a> that align with their fast-paced lifestyles while maintaining nutritional value. People have even become <a href="https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/industry-reports/pet-food-market-100554">attentive to their pets' nutritional needs</a>.
Against this backdrop, let's compare two food maker stocks, Sysco Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SYY/">SYY</a>) and Freshpet, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FRPT/">FRPT</a>), to analyze which food stock is poised for growth.
The Case for Sysco Corporation stock
Valued at $36.20 billion by market cap, Sysco Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SYY/">SYY</a>) engages in the marketing and distributing various food and related products to the foodservice or food-away-from-home industry internationally. The company operates through U.S. Foodservice Operations; International Foodservice Operation; SYGMA; and other segments.
SYY's stock has gained marginally over the past six months to close the last trading session at $73.70.
On December 18, SYY announced a new partnership with Square to assist restaurants of all sizes to succeed and work smarter by leveraging powerful technology. The collaboration will allow SYY's customers to receive a compelling processing fee rebate and hardware credits when enrolling through Sysco.
On October 14, SYY introduced 19 innovative, labor-saving concepts nationwide, made available exclusively for SYY customers through its Cutting-Edge Solutions platform. The offered solutions enhanced efficiency and increased creativity.
In terms of the trailing-12-month ROCE, SYY's 89.64% is 721.6% higher than the 10.91% industry average. Likewise, its 14.87% trailing-12-month ROTC is 106.9% higher than the 7.19% industry average.
For the first quarter that ended September 28, 2024, SYY's sales grew 4.4% year-over-year to $20.48 billion. The company's non-GAAP gross profit increased 2.7% from the year-ago value to $3.75 billion. Its non-GAAP operating income came in at $873 million, up 2.2% from the previous year's quarter.
Furthermore, the company's net earnings stood at $540 million and $1.09 per share for the quarter. Also, its adjusted EBITDA increased 4.4% from the prior-year quarter to $1.07 billion.
Street expects SYY's revenue for the second quarter (ended December 2024) to increase 4.2% year-over-year to $20.10 billion. The company's EPS for the same period is expected to grow 3.8% from the prior year's quarter to $0.92. Moreover, it has topped the consensus EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters.
SYY's strong fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall A rating, equating to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
SYY has a B grade for Value and Stability. It is ranked #6 out of 75 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/food-makers/">Food Makers</a> industry.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SYY/">Click here</a> for the additional POWR Ratings for SYY (Quality, Growth, Sentiment, and Momentum).
The Case for Freshpet, Inc. stock
Valued at $7.67 billion by market cap, Freshpet, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FRPT/">FRPT</a>) manufactures, distributes, and markets natural fresh meals and treats for dogs and cats in the United States, Canada, and Europe.
FRPT's stock has gained 18.6% over the past three months to close the last trading session at $158.03.
In terms of the trailing-12-month EBIT margin, FRPT's 3.67% is 62.3% lower than the 9.74% industry average. Likewise, its 10.71% trailing-12-month <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/ebitda-margin.asp">EBITDA margin</a> is 17.5% lower than the industry average of 12.98%.
FRPT's net sales for the third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, increased 26.3% year-over-year to $253.40 million. The company's total comprehensive income and net income per share attributable to common stockholders of FRPT came in at $12.50 million and $0.24.
Street expects FRPT's revenue for the quarter ending March 2025 to increase 23.8% year-over-year to $277.04 million. The company's EPS for the same quarter is expected to decline 38.2% year-over-year to $0.23.
FRPT's bleak fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall D rating, translating to a Sell in our proprietary rating system.
The stock has an F grade for Value and a D for Momentum. Within the same industry, FRPT is ranked #70.
In addition to the POWR Ratings I've just highlighted, you can see FRPT's ratings for Growth, Stability, Sentiment, and Quality <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FRPT/">here</a>.
Sysco Corporation (SYY) vs. Freshpet, Inc. (FRPT): Which Food Stock Is Poised for Growth?
The food maker market is increasingly gravitating towards healthier and more sustainable food options. This shift is driven by a growing awareness of the impact of food choices on personal health and the environment (even in the pet-care market).
As a result, there is a rising demand for plant-based and organic products, as well as a preference for locally grown and ethically sourced ingredients, thereby driving growth in the food industry. 
Both SYY and FRPT stand to capitalize on the burgeoning industry trends. However, SYY's higher profitability favors it as the better food maker stock pick.
Our research shows that the odds of success increase when one invests in stocks with an Overall Rating of Strong Buy or Buy. View all the top-rated stocks in the Food Makers industry <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/food-makers/">here</a>.
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SYY shares were trading at $74.64 per share on Friday afternoon, up $0.94 (+1.28%). Year-to-date, SYY has declined -1.72%, versus a 3.67% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
<hr><div style="clear:both;"></div> <h2>About the Author: Nidhi Agarwal</h2> <img src='https:/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Nidhi-Agarwal_Headshot-3.jpg' style="float:left; padding:5px;width:125px;">Nidhi is passionate about the capital market and wealth management, which led her to pursue a career as an investment analyst. She holds a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing and is pursuing the CFA program.

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