Karat PackagingKRT
About: Karat Packaging Inc is engaged in the manufacturing and distribution of disposable products used in restaurants and food service settings. The company operates and evaluates its business as a single reportable segment which encompasses the manufacturing and distribution of a diverse range of single-use food and beverage service products made from materials such as plastic, paper, biopolymer-based, and other compostable forms. The company offers products for the foodservice industry, including food packaging, containers, tableware, cups, lids, cutlery, and straws. These products are available in plastic, paper, biopolymer-based and other compostable forms. Its product line includes a variety of brands such as Tea Zone, Karat, Karat Earth, and Total Clean.
Employees: 683
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
27% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 38 | Existing positions reduced: 30
18% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 13 | Existing positions closed: 11
15% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $133M [Q3] → $152M (+$19.7M) [Q4]
1% more funds holding
Funds holding: 100 [Q3] → 101 (+1) [Q4]
0.44% less ownership
Funds ownership: 25.62% [Q3] → 25.17% (-0.44%) [Q4]
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