KRT
Karat Packaging Inc. Common Stock
PLASTICS PRODUCTS, NEC
Karat Packaging (KRT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$36.75
-1.04 (-2.75%)
▼
5d:
-31.47%
30d:
-31.77%
90d:
-23.17%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence (80%)
Quality Score
54/100
Position
OVERSOLD
30-Day Fair Range
$44.98 – $57.40
Position: OVERSOLD
Forward P/E & Valuation
15.8x
FAIR
vs 15.9x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$46.50
+26.5% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$32.68 / $55.52
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
📊 HOLD: KRT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$28.11
Based on -5.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$17.45
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 15.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KRT is currently trading at $36.75, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.98 to $57.40. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 15.8) is in line with its historical norms (15.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $32.68, while resistance sits at $55.52.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $46.50 (+26.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $32.68, while resistance sits at $55.52.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $46.50 (+26.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$44.98 -
$57.40
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$44.98 -
$57.40
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support Level
$32.68
Resistance Level
$55.52
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 26.5% below Wall St target ($46.50)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (45/100) — watch for confirmation
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-31.5%) - monitor closely
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.77
Wall Street Target
$46.50
(+26.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-38.9%
Profit Margin
9.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.8 vs 15.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$36.68
(0%)
2-Year Target
$36.60
(0%)
3-Year Target
$36.53
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→16)
$36.83
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: -14.3%)
$33.73
(+-8%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.8, Growth: -14.3%)
$26.79
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.4, Growth: -14.3%)
$22.77
(-38%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 15.55 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.43
Bull Case
$39.86
(+9%)
Analyst growth -4.1%, PE expands to 17.1
Base Case
$36.23
(-1%)
Market implied -4.1%, PE stable at 15.6
Bear Case
$25.70
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.8 to 15.9
Stabilization Target:
$37.05
(+0.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+0.8%
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Bullish
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Last Tracked
Oct 5, 2026
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