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PetMed Express Inc (PETS)

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$3.42
Last Close (24-hour delay)
Profit since last BUY-14.93%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/18/2025: PETS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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

Number of Analysts

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2 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $3.6

Year Target Price $3.6

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$3.6Target price
Low$2.9
Current$3.42
high$6.85

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 14.78%
Avg. Invested days 42
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance 2.0
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 68.58M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 332
1Y Target Price 3.6
Price to earnings Ratio 332
1Y Target Price 3.6
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.81
52 Weeks Range 2.90 - 6.85
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.90 - 6.85
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.01

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-06-09
When After Market
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 0.15%
Operating Margin (TTM) -0.85%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.93%
Return on Equity (TTM) 0.36%

Valuation

Trailing PE 332
Forward PE 17.92
Enterprise Value 19799001
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28
Enterprise Value 19799001
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.08
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.63
Shares Outstanding 20656500
Shares Floating 13992261
Shares Outstanding 20656500
Shares Floating 13992261
Percent Insiders 29.38
Percent Institutions 40.63

Analyst Ratings

Rating 2
Target Price 3.6
Buy -
Strong Buy -
Buy -
Strong Buy -
Hold 1
Sell -
Strong Sell 1
Strong Sell 1

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PetMed Express Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

PetMed Express, Inc., founded in 1996, is a leading online pet pharmacy. It provides prescription and non-prescription pet medications, health and nutritional supplements, and pet supplies directly to consumers.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Pet Medications: Sale of prescription and non-prescription medications for dogs and cats.
  • Health and Nutritional Supplements: Sale of vitamins, supplements, and other health products for pets.
  • Pet Supplies: Sale of various pet supplies, including food, treats, and accessories.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes Matt Hulett (CEO) and Christine Chambers (CFO). The organizational structure is typical for a publicly traded company, with a board of directors and various operational departments.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Flea & Tick Medications: Includes brands like Frontline, Advantage, and Revolution. Competitors are Chewy, Amazon, and local vets. Revenue is significant but specific figures are difficult to extract from public information without estimates.
  • Heartworm Preventatives: Includes brands like Heartgard and Interceptor. Competitors are Chewy, Amazon, and local vets. Revenue is significant but specific figures are difficult to extract from public information without estimates.
  • Arthritis & Pain Medications: Includes brands like Rimadyl and Deramaxx. Competitors are Chewy, Amazon, and local vets. Revenue is significant but specific figures are difficult to extract from public information without estimates.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The pet medication market is experiencing growth, driven by increasing pet ownership and a focus on pet health. Online retailers are gaining market share.

Positioning

PetMed Express is a well-established online pet pharmacy with a focus on prescription medications. Competitive advantages include brand recognition and a large customer base.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global pet care market is estimated to be around $300 billion. PetMed Express captures a small percentage of this market.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established brand recognition
  • Large customer base
  • Direct-to-consumer model
  • Focus on prescription medications

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on manufacturer relationships
  • Competition from larger online retailers
  • Marketing spend efficiency
  • Fluctuations in new customer acquisition

Opportunities

  • Expanding product offerings
  • International expansion
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Growth in telehealth for pets

Threats

  • Increased competition
  • Changes in regulations
  • Economic downturn
  • Supply chain disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CHWY
  • AMZN
  • VETZ

Competitive Landscape

PetMed Express faces intense competition from larger online retailers like Chewy and Amazon. It needs to differentiate itself through service or specialized offerings.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: PetMed Express has experienced fluctuating growth rates in recent years, with revenue growth slowing down.

Future Projections: Analysts project moderate growth for PetMed Express, contingent on new initiatives and market conditions.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives focus on improving marketing efficiency and customer retention.

Summary

PetMed Express is facing increasing competition from larger online retailers, and revenue growth has slowed. While the company maintains a strong brand presence, efficiency in marketing and customer retention are needed for future success. Fluctuating financials and suspended dividends is a cause for concern, and the company must aggressively pursue new strategic initiatives to remain competitive. Growth in telehealth and improved marketing could offer avenues for success.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Filings (SEC)
  • Market Research Reports
  • Analyst Estimates

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.

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About PetMed Express Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Delray Beach, FL, United States
IPO Launch date 1999-04-26
President, CEO & Director Ms. Sandra Y. Campos
Sector Healthcare
Industry Pharmaceutical Retailers
Full time employees 287
Full time employees 287

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.