Yahoo Financeยท2025-09-09 10:09Company Overview - Chewy has expanded its offerings from basic pet supplies to include veterinary and pet pharmaceutical care, with clinics located in South Florida, Atlanta, Denver, and Texas [1] - The company provides a wide range of products and services for various pets, including livestock, through its organized online retail site [2] - Chewy was founded in 2011, went public in 2019, and currently has a market cap of approximately $17.6 billion [3] Financial Performance - In fiscal 1Q25, Chewy reported revenue of $3.12 billion, an increase of 8.3% year-over-year, exceeding forecasts by over $40 million [7] - The non-GAAP EPS for the same quarter was 35 cents, up 4 cents from the previous year, and also beat expectations by one penny [7] - Chewy had approximately 20.5 million active customers at the end of fiscal 2024 [6] Analyst Insights - Morgan Stanley's Nathan Feather anticipates a high likelihood of revenue guidance increase for FY25, citing improving web traffic and potential for pet household formation [8] - The stock is rated as Overweight (Buy) with a price target of $50, indicating an 18% upside potential [8] - Chewy has a Strong Buy consensus rating based on 22 recent analyst reviews, with 17 Buys and 5 Holds, and a current stock price of $42.33 [9] Market Context - The overall market outlook is positive, with major indexes near record highs, and the S&P 500 and NASDAQ showing year-to-date increases of 10% and 12.5%, respectively [5] - The potential for Federal Reserve rate cuts is seen as a catalyst for market resilience, which could benefit equities [4]