Research Analysts’ Weekly Ratings Updates for Freshpet (FRPT)

by · The Markets Daily

Freshpet (NASDAQ: FRPT) recently received a number of ratings updates from brokerages and research firms:

  • 8/11/2026 – Freshpet had its “overweight” rating reaffirmed by Piper Sandler.
  • 8/6/2026 – Freshpet had its “hold” rating reaffirmed by Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft. They now have a $70.00 price target on the stock.
  • 8/6/2026 – Freshpet had its price target raised by TD Cowen from $80.00 to $85.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
  • 8/6/2026 – Freshpet had its “equal weight” rating reaffirmed by Morgan Stanley. They now have a $72.00 price target on the stock, down from $77.00.
  • 8/6/2026 – Freshpet had its price target lowered by DA Davidson from $101.00 to $95.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
  • 8/6/2026 – Freshpet had its price target raised by Stifel Nicolaus from $66.00 to $78.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
  • 8/6/2026 – Freshpet had its “equal weight” rating reaffirmed by Morgan Stanley. They now have a $72.00 price target on the stock, down from $77.00.
  • 8/2/2026 – Freshpet was upgraded by Wall Street Zen from “sell” to “hold”.
  • 7/28/2026 – Freshpet had its price target raised by JPMorgan Chase & Co. from $68.00 to $72.00. They now have an “overweight” rating on the stock.
  • 7/25/2026 – Freshpet was downgraded by Wall Street Zen from “hold” to “sell”.
  • 7/8/2026 – Freshpet had its price target lowered by Wells Fargo & Company from $75.00 to $70.00. They now have an “overweight” rating on the stock.
  • 7/6/2026 – Freshpet was upgraded by DA Davidson to “strong-buy”.
  • 7/1/2026 – Freshpet had its price target lowered by Bank of America Corporation from $75.00 to $70.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
  • 6/15/2026 – Freshpet had its “overweight” rating reaffirmed by Piper Sandler.

Insider Buying and Selling at Freshpet

In related news, CEO William B. Cyr sold 42,907 shares of Freshpet stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, May 20th. The stock was sold at an average price of $47.92, for a total value of $2,056,103.44. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 204,585 shares in the company, valued at approximately $9,803,713.20. This trade represents a 17.34% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Also, Director Craig D. Steeneck bought 2,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, May 20th. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $47.83 per share, with a total value of $95,660.00. Following the transaction, the director owned 37,500 shares in the company, valued at $1,793,625. The trade was a 5.63% increase in their position. The SEC filing for this purchase provides additional information. Insiders sold 188,760 shares of company stock valued at $9,306,127 in the last 90 days. Company insiders own 4.30% of the company’s stock.

Freshpet Inc (NASDAQ: FRPT) is a leading pet food company specializing in fresh, refrigerated meals and treats for dogs and cats. The company’s products are formulated with carefully selected, natural ingredients and are designed to offer a higher level of nutrition and freshness than traditional dry or canned pet foods. Freshpet’s offerings include refrigerated rolls, pâtés and snacks, all of which are sold through the refrigerated section of grocery, mass-market and pet specialty stores.

Freshpet’s product portfolio is built around the concept of fresh, minimally processed recipes that do not require preservatives or artificial colors.

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