- ISIN
- US48563L1017
- CUSIP
- 48563L101
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Packaging & Containers
- IPO Date
- Apr 15, 2021
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $596.18M
- Enterprise Value
- $567.50M
- EPS (TTM)
- $1.58
- PE Ratio
- 18.81
- PEG Ratio
- 1.93
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $481.07M
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $172.90M
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $56.33M
- Year Range
- $20.61 - $30.93
- Target Price
- $24.00
- ROA (TTM)
- 11.25%
- ROE (TTM)
- 20.50%
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Performance
KRT Performance Chart
Karat Packaging Inc. (KRT) is up 36.2% since the beginning of the year. At $30 per share, KRT is trading 4.0% below its 52-week high of $31. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of KRT shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,850.
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Returns By Period
Karat Packaging Inc. (KRT) has returned 36.15% so far this year and 18.39% over the past 12 months.
Karat Packaging Inc.
- 1D
- -1.82%
- 1M
- 11.86%
- YTD
- 36.15%
- 6M
- 34.72%
- 1Y
- 18.39%
- 3Y*
- 27.29%
- 5Y*
- 13.09%
- 10Y*
- —
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
KRT Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Apr 15, 2021, KRT's average daily return is +0.10%, while the average monthly return is +1.65%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 3.5 years.
Historically, 54% of months were positive and 46% were negative. The best month was Aug 2023 with a return of +27.7%, while the worst month was Jan 2022 at -18.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.
On a daily basis, KRT closed higher 52% of trading days. The best single day was Mar 13, 2026 with a return of +20.7%, while the worst single day was Sep 8, 2023 at -19.3%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8.42% | 2.53% | 13.27% | 2.76% | -3.91% | 9.51% | 36.15% | ||||||
| 2025 | 2.15% | -1.81% | -11.13% | -0.75% | 21.04% | -10.49% | -3.30% | -5.52% | -0.28% | -4.72% | -6.24% | 2.40% | -20.12% |
| 2024 | -2.94% | 23.99% | -3.31% | -5.28% | 6.59% | 3.64% | 0.98% | -13.49% | 2.17% | 3.13% | 17.32% | -2.04% | 28.81% |
| 2023 | 4.59% | 3.13% | -14.00% | 1.73% | 20.22% | 14.49% | 11.40% | 27.66% | -7.39% | -10.54% | 5.56% | 15.21% | 86.11% |
| 2022 | -18.21% | -1.69% | 22.15% | -7.56% | 6.98% | -13.09% | 11.55% | -5.99% | -10.62% | 2.44% | -13.47% | 3.98% | -27.07% |
| 2021 | -0.81% | 2.98% | 7.21% | 9.23% | 5.48% | -10.40% | 8.13% | -3.30% | -8.09% | 8.66% |
Benchmark Metrics
Karat Packaging Inc. has an annualized alpha of 15.13%, beta of 0.80, and R2 of 0.09 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since April 15, 2021.
- This stock participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (84.25%) than losses (68.21%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- R2 of 0.09 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 15.13%
- Beta
- 0.80
- R²
- 0.09
- Upside Capture
- 84.25%
- Downside Capture
- 68.21%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
KRT ranks 57 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Karat Packaging Inc. (KRT) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| KRT | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -1.53 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -1.70 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.13 | 1.37 | -0.24 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 0.69 | 2.78 | -2.10 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 1.44 | 12.44 | -11.00 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Karat Packaging Inc. provided a 6.06% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $1.80 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $1.80 | $1.80 | $1.55 | $1.55 | $0.35 |
Dividend yield | 6.06% | 7.98% | 5.12% | 6.24% | 2.44% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Karat Packaging Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.90 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.45 | $0.00 | $1.80 |
| 2024 | $0.00 | $0.30 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.50 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.40 | $0.00 | $1.55 |
| 2023 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.20 | $0.00 | $1.55 |
| 2022 | $0.35 | $0.00 | $0.35 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
Karat Packaging Inc. has a dividend yield of 6.06%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.
Payout Ratio
Karat Packaging Inc. has a payout ratio of 113.38%, which is above the market average. This might signify the company's strong earnings or financial health. However, it could also hint at a more mature business phase with potentially slower growth.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Karat Packaging Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Karat Packaging Inc. was 48.46%, occurring on Mar 27, 2023. Recovery took 96 trading sessions.
The current Karat Packaging Inc. drawdown is 1.82%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 bear market2023 | -48.46%Mar 2023 | 1y 8mo | 4mo 20d | 2y 18dJul 2021 - Aug 2023 |
2025 bear market2025 | -34.03%Nov 2025 | 9mo 4d | 7mo | 1y 3moFeb 2025 - Jun 2026 |
2023 bear market2023 | -27.30%Nov 2023 | 2mo 6d | 3mo | 5mo 6dSep 2023 - Feb 2024 |
2024 bear market2024 | -21.45%Aug 2024 | 23d | 3mo 4d | 3mo 27dJul 2024 - Nov 2024 |
2021 correction2021 | -16.18%May 2021 | 14d | 19d | 1mo 3dApr 2021 - Jun 2021 |
Drawdown Indicators
| KRT | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -48.46% | -56.78% | +8.32% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -26.80% | -9.10% | -17.70% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -34.03% | -18.90% | -15.13% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -48.46% | -25.43% | -23.03% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -1.82% | -1.80% | -0.02% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -18.43% | -10.71% | -7.72% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 12.84% | 2.03% | +10.81% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Karat Packaging Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Karat Packaging Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for KRT, comparing it with other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. Currently, KRT has a P/E ratio of 18.8. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for KRT compared to other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. KRT currently has a PEG ratio of 1.9. This PEG ratio is higher than the industry average, which may suggest the stock is overvalued relative to its expected earnings growth.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for KRT relative to other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. Currently, KRT has a P/S ratio of 1.2. This P/S ratio falls within the average range for the industry, suggesting the stock is fairly valued based on its revenue.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for KRT in comparison with other companies in the Packaging & Containers industry. Currently, KRT has a P/B value of 3.8. This P/B ratio is higher than most companies in the industry. It may suggest the stock is overvalued or that investors expect the company to generate high returns on its assets.
Income Statement
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