Freshpet Inc (FRPT)

Freshpet's stock price has fluctuated significantly over the past six months. Key events include Q2 2025 earnings report with revised net sales target, Q3 2025 earnings report with revenue increase, strong Q4 and full year 2024 results, a product recall due to potential Salmonella contamination, insider selling by company executives, and analyst activity with upgrades and downgrades.

Specific seasonal patterns for Freshpet's product demand are not explicitly detailed, but consistent volume growth suggests steady demand. The company focuses on expanding its distribution footprint and increasing household penetration to grow market share.

Freshpet manufactures, markets, and distributes refrigerated pet food made from fresh ingredients, prepared in small batches. The company's products are marketed under various brand names and distributed through branded refrigerators in retail stores and online channels.

Freshpet's operations are mainly in the United States, accounting for 98% of sales, with the remaining sales from exports to Canada, the United Kingdom, and other European countries.

Freshpet's brand reputation was impacted by a voluntary recall of a dog food product due to potential Salmonella contamination, raising concerns among consumers and investors. The company emphasizes its mission to provide fresh, real food to improve pet health.

Freshpet has a significant institutional ownership base, with major holders including BlackRock, Inc. and Vanguard Group Inc. Insider ownership stands at 4.43%.