Karat Packaging Inc. (KRT)

NASDAQ: KRT · Real-Time Price · USD
42.37
+0.03 (0.07%)
At close: Aug 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
45.71
+3.34 (7.88%)
After-hours: Aug 6, 2026, 7:55 PM EDT
Market Cap845.86M +59.3%
Revenue (ttm)493.38M +11.6%
Net Income50.21M +56.6%
EPS2.50 +57.1%
Shares Out 19.96M
PE Ratio16.96
Forward PE23.41
Dividend$1.88 (4.44%)
Ex-Dividend DateAug 21, 2026
Volume115,291
Open42.50
Previous Close42.34
Day's Range42.11 - 42.73
52-Week Range20.61 - 43.00
Beta0.79
AnalystsBuy
Price Target36.50 (-13.85%)
Earnings DateAug 6, 2026

About KRT

Karat Packaging Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and distribution of single-use disposable products in plastic, paper, biopolymer-based, and other compostable forms used in various restaurant and foodservice settings. It offers food and take-out containers, bags, boxes, tableware, cups, lids, cutlery, straws, specialty beverage ingredients, gloves, utensils, janitorial and warehouse supplies, and other products under the Karat Earth brand. The company also distributes food and beverage items, such as syrups, boba... [Read more]

IPO Date Apr 15, 2021
Employees 696
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol KRT
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Karat Packaging's revenue was $467.74 million, an increase of 10.67% compared to the previous year's $422.63 million. Earnings were $31.48 million, an increase of 5.01%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 3 analysts, the average rating for KRT stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $36.5, which is a decrease of -13.85% from the latest price.

Price Target
$36.5
(-13.85% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Karat Packaging Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026

Record Q2 net sales and profitability were driven by strong online growth, eco-friendly product demand, and a significant IEEPA tariff refund. Guidance calls for continued double-digit sales growth and healthy margins, with new distribution capacity and cost management initiatives supporting future performance.

9 hours ago - Transcripts

Karat Packaging Earnings release: Q2 2026

Karat Packaging released its Q2 2026 earnings on August 6, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

9 hours ago - Filings

Karat Packaging reports Q EPS $1.48, consensus 51c

Reports Q revenue $136.3M, consensus $135.46M.

9 hours ago - TheFly

Karat Packaging increases quarterly dividend 4.4% to 47c per share

Karat Packaging (KRT) announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 47c per share on the company’s common stock, an increase of 2c per share or…

1 day ago - TheFly

Karat Packaging Board Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend

CHINO, Calif., Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (Nasdaq: KRT) (the “Company” or “Karat Packaging”), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products an...

1 day ago - GlobeNewsWire

Karat Packaging to Report 2026 Second Quarter Financial Results and Host Conference Call on Thursday, August 6, 2026

CHINO, Calif., July 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (“Karat” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: KRT), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of environmentally friendly, disposable foodser...

14 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Karat Packaging price target raised to $34 from $23 at BofA

BofA analyst George Staphos raised the firm’s price target on Karat Packaging (KRT) to $34 from $23 and keeps an Underperform rating on the shares. While the stocks in the…

23 days ago - TheFly

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Investigation of Karat Packaging Inc. (KRT) on Behalf of Investors

BENSALEM, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces it is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of Karat Packaging Inc. ("Karat Packaging" or the "Company"...

5 weeks ago - Business Wire

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Announces Investigation of Karat Packaging Inc. (KRT) on Behalf of Investors

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of Karat Packaging Inc. ("Karat Packaging" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: KR...

5 weeks ago - Business Wire

Karat Packaging Transcript: 16th Annual Wells Fargo Industrials & Materials Conference

The company is achieving strong double-digit organic growth, driven by online sales, product innovation, and nimble supply chain management. Diversification of sourcing, rapid customer onboarding, and AI-driven operational efficiencies support high margins and disciplined expansion.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Karat Packaging upgraded to Outperform from Market Perform at William Blair

William Blair upgraded Karat Packaging (KRT) to Outperform from Market Perform after hosting the company for William Blair’s 46th Annual Growth Stock Conference. The management sounded optimistic on s...

2 months ago - TheFly

Karat Packaging Transcript: 46th Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference

Strong double-digit revenue and margin growth is driven by expanded eco-friendly offerings, diversified sourcing, and rapid online sales growth. Tariff reductions and logistics investments are improving profitability, while price cuts on compostable products are boosting volume.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Karat Packaging Slides: Investor presentation

Karat Packaging has posted slides in relation to its latest quarterly earnings report, which was published on June 2, 2026.

2 months ago - Filings

Karat Packaging to Participate in Wells Fargo 16th Annual Global Industrials & Materials Conference

CHINO, Calif, May 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (Nasdaq: KRT) (“Karat”), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products and related items, today announ...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Karat Packaging to Present at the 46th Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference

CHINO, Calif., May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (Nasdaq: KRT) (“Karat”), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products and related items, today annou...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Karat Packaging price target raised to $39 from $35 at Lake Street

Lake Street raised the firm’s price target on Karat Packaging (KRT) to $39 from $35 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares after what the firm calls “another strong…

3 months ago - TheFly

Karat Packaging reports Q1 adjusted EPS 34c, consensus 32c

Reports Q1 revenue $116.95M, consensus $112.98M. “We started 2026 with a robust quarter, with year-over-year sales increasing almost 13 percent as momentum built throughout the quarter, accelerating f...

3 months ago - TheFly

Karat Packaging Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

First quarter net sales rose 12.9% year-over-year, driven by strong online and eco-friendly product growth. Gross margin declined due to higher tariffs, but cost controls and sourcing diversification supported profitability. Full-year guidance projects low double-digit sales growth and stable margins.

3 months ago - Transcripts

Karat Packaging Earnings release: Q1 2026

Karat Packaging released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

3 months ago - Filings

Karat Packaging Quarterly report: Q1 2026

Karat Packaging has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 7, 2026.

3 months ago - Filings

Karat Packaging Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

— Strong Top-Line Growth and Solid Profitability — CHINO, Calif., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (Nasdaq: KRT) ("Karat Packaging" or the "Company"), a specialty distributor and ...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Karat Packaging Board Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

CHINO, Calif., May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (Nasdaq: KRT) (the “Company” or “Karat Packaging”), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of disposable foodservice products and...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Karat Packaging Proxy statement: Proxy filing

Karat Packaging filed a proxy statement on April 24, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

3 months ago - Filings

Karat Packaging to Report 2026 First Quarter Financial Results and Host Conference Call on Thursday, May 7, 2026

CHINO, Calif., April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Karat Packaging Inc. (“Karat” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: KRT), a specialty distributor and manufacturer of environmentally friendly, disposable foodse...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Karat Packaging Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

Q4 2025 saw 13.7% sales growth, margin resilience despite higher tariffs, and strong eco-friendly product momentum. 2026 guidance calls for low double-digit sales growth, margin improvement, and continued market share gains, especially in paper bags.

5 months ago - Transcripts