Freshpet CEO Highlights Growth, Margins and Competitive Edge at Barclays Conference

Freshpet Inc., a leader in fresh pet food, presented its strategic outlook at the Barclays 19th Annual Global Consumer Conference in September 2026, emphasizing its competitive position, margin expansion and growth ambitions. The company, valued at $3.23 billion with a share price around $63.74, aims to achieve an adjusted gross margin of at least 49% by 2027 and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 20% to 22%, up from a trailing 12-month gross profit margin of 41.37% and a return on assets of 11.76%. CEO Billy Cyr framed Freshpet’s trajectory as akin to that of consumer staples giants like Starbucks and Chobani, projecting long-term financial performance comparable to those brands.