Karat Packaging (KRT) to Release Earnings on Thursday

Karat Packaging (NASDAQ:KRT) will likely be issuing its Q1 2026 results after the market closes on Thursday, May 7th. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $0.32 per share and revenue of $112.9830 million for the quarter. Investors are encouraged to explore the company’s upcoming Q1 2026 earning overview page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.

Karat Packaging (NASDAQ:KRT) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, March 12th. The company reported $0.34 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.28 by $0.06. The business had revenue of $115.62 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $113.95 million. Karat Packaging had a net margin of 6.73% and a return on equity of 19.63%. On average, analysts expect Karat Packaging to post $2 EPS for the current fiscal year and $2 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Karat Packaging Trading Up 2.5%

NASDAQ KRT traded up $0.74 during trading on Wednesday, hitting $30.11. The stock had a trading volume of 7,013 shares, compared to its average volume of 75,460. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.15, a quick ratio of 1.13 and a current ratio of 2.30. The stock has a market capitalization of $601.14 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.28, a P/E/G ratio of 1.13 and a beta of 0.93. Karat Packaging has a one year low of $20.61 and a one year high of $32.68. The stock has a 50 day simple moving average of $27.14 and a 200 day simple moving average of $24.93.

Karat Packaging Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, February 27th. Stockholders of record on Friday, February 20th were paid a dividend of $0.45 per share. This represents a $1.80 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 6.0%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, February 20th. Karat Packaging’s payout ratio is currently 115.38%.

Analyst Ratings Changes

Several analysts have recently weighed in on the stock. Bank of America set a $24.00 price target on shares of Karat Packaging and gave the company an “underperform” rating in a research note on Friday, March 13th. Weiss Ratings reissued a “hold (c+)” rating on shares of Karat Packaging in a report on Thursday, January 22nd. Zacks Research raised Karat Packaging from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Friday, March 20th. Finally, Wall Street Zen raised shares of Karat Packaging from a “buy” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Sunday, March 22nd. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, two have given a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Karat Packaging presently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $27.50.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Karat Packaging

Several hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Quarry LP purchased a new stake in Karat Packaging in the third quarter valued at $70,000. Deutsche Bank AG raised its holdings in shares of Karat Packaging by 142.8% in the 4th quarter. Deutsche Bank AG now owns 3,861 shares of the company’s stock worth $87,000 after purchasing an additional 2,271 shares in the last quarter. State of Wyoming bought a new stake in shares of Karat Packaging in the 4th quarter worth approximately $122,000. Jane Street Group LLC bought a new stake in shares of Karat Packaging in the 1st quarter worth approximately $219,000. Finally, Prelude Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of Karat Packaging in the third quarter worth approximately $227,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 25.20% of the company’s stock.

About Karat Packaging

Karat Packaging Technologies, Inc (NASDAQ: KRT) is a U.S.-based provider of premium packaging solutions for consumer goods and industrial products. The company specializes in the design, manufacture and delivery of high-quality litho-laminated folding cartons, tubes and flexible packaging. Karat Packaging operates an integrated production model that combines prepress, printing, converting and finishing capabilities to support the branding and shelf-appeal needs of its customers.

The company serves a diverse range of end markets, including food and beverage, confectionery, health and beauty, pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals and promotional packaging.