12 Top Performing Consumer Staples Stocks in February

9. Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPT)

Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPT) is among the best performing stocks. 

TheFly reported on February 25 that DA Davidson raised its price target for FRPT to $98 from $80 and retained a Buy rating on the stock after the company published its Q4 results. FRPT’s manufacturing capabilities were emphasized by the firm as a strategic advantage that offered multiple chances to increase margins. DA Davidson highlighted the company’s distinct positioning and possible levers for future performance, bolstering confidence in its long-term upside while pointing out difficulties from slower growth and more competition in the larger food market.

Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPT) announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and the entire year ending December 31, 2025, earlier on February 23. The company reported net sales of $285.2 million for Q4, an 8.6% rise mostly due to greater volumes, and gross profit of $123.5 million with a 43.3% margin. As a percentage of net sales, SG&A costs dropped, resulting in $33.8 million in net profits and $61.2 million in adjusted EBITDA.

In addition to $449.6 million in gross profit and $139.1 million in net income for the entire year, FRPT reported $1,102.0 million in net sales, a 13% increase. In 2025, adjusted EBITDA came to $195.7 million. The corporation had $397.3 million in debt and $278.0 million in cash at the end of the year. The company projects net sales growth of 7–10%, adjusted EBITDA between $205 million and $215 million, and positive free cash flow with about $150 million in capital expenditures in 2026.

Freshpet, Inc. (NASDAQ:FRPT) produces and markets refrigerated, fresh, and natural pet food in the U.S. and Canada. The company focuses on healthy, minimally processed products for dogs and cats, sold through retail stores and e-commerce channels.