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PetMed Express Inc (PETS)

PetMed Express Inc (PETS) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/10/2025: PETS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

2 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $2.75

1 Year Target Price $2.75

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$2.75 Target price
52w Low $2.42
Current$2.61
52w High $6.85

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 9.41%
Avg. Invested days 43
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 2.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 11/10/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 54.85M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.75
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 2.75
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.74
52 Weeks Range 2.42 - 6.85
Updated Date 11/10/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.42 - 6.85
Updated Date 11/10/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.3

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-10-27
When -
Estimate 0.07
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -2.76%
Operating Margin (TTM) -27.51%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -3.25%
Return on Equity (TTM) -6.9%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 17.92
Enterprise Value 1135608
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24
Enterprise Value 1135608
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.01
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.17
Shares Outstanding 21015559
Shares Floating 13659402
Shares Outstanding 21015559
Shares Floating 13659402
Percent Insiders 31.41
Percent Institutions 37.23

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PetMed Express Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

PetMed Express, Inc. (PetMeds) was founded in 1996 by Marc Puleo. It began as a mail-order catalog and transitioned to an online retailer of pet medications and supplies. Over the years, it expanded its product offerings and focused on building a loyal customer base.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Pet Medications: Prescription and non-prescription medications for dogs, cats, and horses, including flea and tick preventatives, heartworm preventatives, and pain relievers.
  • Pet Supplies: A range of pet supplies such as food, supplements, grooming products, and accessories.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Mendo Akdag is the current CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with a standard corporate structure.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Flea and Tick Preventatives: Includes products like Frontline, Advantage, and Revolution. This is a significant revenue generator. Competitors include Chewy, Amazon, and veterinary clinics. Estimated Market Share for Flea/Tick treatment for Petmeds is roughly 5% of the total market. Competitors include Zoetis, Elanco Animal Health, Merck Animal Health.
  • Heartworm Preventatives: Includes products like Heartgard and Interceptor. Competitors include Chewy, Amazon, and veterinary clinics. Estimated Market Share for Heartworm treatment for Petmeds is roughly 5% of the total market. Competitors include Zoetis, Elanco Animal Health, Merck Animal Health.
  • Pet Food and Treats: Selection of various pet food brands and treats. Competitors include Chewy, Petco, and Petsmart.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The pet medication and supply industry is growing, driven by increased pet ownership and rising spending on pet care. The industry is increasingly competitive, with both online and brick-and-mortar retailers vying for market share.

Positioning

PetMeds is positioned as a convenient online retailer of pet medications and supplies, offering competitive prices and home delivery. Its competitive advantages include its established brand reputation and focus on customer service.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for pet medications and supplies is estimated to be over $30 billion. PetMed Express is positioned to capture a share of this market through its online platform and focus on prescription medications.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established brand reputation
  • Online platform for convenient shopping
  • Focus on prescription medications
  • Strong customer service reputation

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on third-party suppliers
  • Highly competitive market
  • Potential for regulatory changes impacting prescription medication sales
  • Declining active customer base

Opportunities

  • Expanding product offerings
  • Increasing market share through targeted marketing
  • Partnerships with veterinary clinics
  • International expansion

Threats

  • Increased competition from online retailers like Chewy and Amazon
  • Changes in consumer preferences
  • Economic downturn impacting pet spending
  • Potential regulations on online pet medication sales

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CHWY
  • AMZN
  • VCA (Mars, Inc - Private)
  • PETS

Competitive Landscape

PetMed Express faces significant competition from larger online retailers like Chewy and Amazon, as well as brick-and-mortar stores like Petco and Petsmart. Its competitive advantages include its established brand and focus on prescription medications, but it needs to innovate to stay ahead.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historically, PetMed Express experienced strong growth due to the increasing popularity of online pet medication sales. However, growth has slowed in recent years due to increased competition.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth are mixed, reflecting uncertainty about the company's ability to compete effectively in the evolving pet medication market.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding product offerings, investing in marketing, and improving customer service.

Summary

PetMed Express faces headwinds in a competitive market, and while their established brand and online presence are strengths, declining profitability is a concern. Increased competition and the need to adapt to changing consumer preferences pose significant challenges. To stay competitive, PetMed Express should look into diversifying its offerings and marketing and also look to international markets.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Industry Reports
  • Analyst Estimates

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About PetMed Express Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Delray Beach, FL, United States
IPO Launch date 1999-04-26
Independent Chairman of the Board, Interim CEO & President Ms. Leslie C. G. Campbell
Sector Healthcare
Industry Pharmaceutical Retailers
Full time employees 173
Full time employees 173

PetMed Express, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a pet pharmacy in the United States. The company markets prescription and non-prescription pet medications, health products, and other supplies for dogs, cats, and horses. It offers non-prescription medications and supplies, such as flea and tick control products, bone and joint care products, vitamins, treats, nutritional supplements, hygiene products, and household pet supplies; and prescription medications, including heartworm preventatives, flea and tick preventatives, arthritis, dermatitis, thyroid, diabetes, pain medications, heart/blood pressure, and other specialty medications, as well as generic substitutes. The company also sells food, beds, crates, stairs, and other pet supplies. It sells its products through its Internet website; mobile app; customer support center; and direct mail/print, which includes brochures and postcards. The company was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Delray Beach, Florida.