FRPTConsumer Defensive · Packaged FoodsThe 17 Wall Street analysts covering Freshpet, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $84 — +14.8% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 56 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Freshpet, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Quality (91): The business earns solid, repeatable profits on what it owns.
Volatility (26): The share price moves around a lot.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on FRPT, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +14.8% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 3 moved their price target up and 4 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Aug 2026 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | $101 → $95 |
| 6 Aug 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Downgrade | Equal-Weight | $77 → $72 |
| 6 Aug 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | $66 → $78 |
| 6 Aug 2026 | TD Cowen | Maintains | Buy | $80 → $85 |
| 28 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | $68 → $72 |
| 28 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 8 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 8 July 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | $75 → $70 |
| 1 July 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 1 July 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Neutral | $75 → $70 |
| 7 May 2026 | JP Morgan | Upgrade | Overweight | — |
| 7 May 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 22 Apr 2026 | Jefferies | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 21 Apr 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 13 Apr 2026 | DA Davidson | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 10 Apr 2026 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 8 Apr 2026 | TD Cowen | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 8 Apr 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 30 Mar 2026 | Deutsche Bank | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 25 Mar 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. FRPT appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
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Higher than 63% of US stocks
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Higher than 80% of US stocks
Higher than 79% of US stocks
Higher than 68% of US stocks
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Freshpet beat Q2 2026 revenue and EPS estimates and raised full-year guidance, but shares fell 6.6% on valuation concerns.
Why it matters — Despite strong operational momentum and market share gains, the stock's decline highlights ongoing investor sensitivity to Freshpet's valuation.
Seeking Alpha published the transcript of Freshpet, Inc.'s (FRPT) Q2 2026 earnings call. The transcript covers commentary from the company's earnings conference call for the quarter.
Why it matters — A transcript of the Q2 2026 earnings call gives Freshpet watchers direct access to management's remarks and discussion of the quarter's results.
Freshpet reported second-quarter 2026 results that exceeded its annual guidance range, leading the company to raise its sales and adjusted EBITDA outlook despite what management described as a volatile consumer environment.
Why it matters — A FRPT watcher would care because the raised outlook signals stronger-than-expected performance in a challenging consumer environment.
Freshpet reported Q2 earnings of $0.33 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.20 per share, and also topped revenue estimates for the quarter. The results matched the $0.33 per share earnings it posted a year ago.
Why it matters — Freshpet watchers would care because the company exceeded analyst expectations on both earnings and revenue, indicating its quarterly performance came in stronger than the market anticipated.
Freshpet, Inc. reported its second quarter 2026 financial results, delivering approximately 15% net sales growth. The company raised its full-year 2026 net sales and adjusted EBITDA outlook and updated its long-term adjusted gross margin target to above 49%.
Why it matters — Freshpet watchers would care because the raised 2026 outlook and higher long-term gross margin target point to strengthening growth and profitability expectations.
The 17 Wall Street analysts covering Freshpet, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $84, with estimates ranging from $70 to $104. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 17 analysts covering Freshpet, Inc., 13 rate it a Buy, 4 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Freshpet, Inc. 56 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Freshpet, Inc. ranks 56 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Quality (91 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 17 analysts implies +14.8% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Freshpet, Inc. 56 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Freshpet, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for FRPT are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $70 to $104 over the next 12 months.
Freshpet, Inc. returned +15.0% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Freshpet Inc. manufactures, distributes, and markets natural fresh refrigerated meals and treats for dogs and cats primarily in the United States, with additional presence in Canada and Europe.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 7 Aug 2026): "Freshpet: Growth Doesn't Make This A Tasty Treat". Freshpet beat Q2 2026 revenue and EPS estimates and raised full-year guidance, but shares fell 6.6% on valuation concerns.
Freshpet Inc. manufactures, distributes, and markets natural fresh refrigerated meals and treats for dogs and cats primarily in the United States, with additional presence in Canada and Europe. The company specializes in premium pet food made from fresh meats, vegetables, and fruits, formulated by veterinary nutritionists to meet nutritional needs without preservatives, requiring refrigeration for freshness. Products are sold under the Freshpet brand, along with Dognation and Dog Joy for treats, targeting mainly dogs while also serving cats. Distribution occurs through a distinctive network of company-owned branded refrigerators, or Freshpet Fridges, placed in grocery, mass, club, pet specialty, and natural retail stores, as well as online channels. This innovative approach positions Freshpet Inc. in the rapidly growing premium fresh pet food segment of the consumer staples industry. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Bedminster, New Jersey, Freshpet Inc. emphasizes sustainable sourcing of local ingredients and animal welfare in its operations.
CEO Mr. William B. Cyr · 1,288 employees · United States · https://www.freshpet.com