Freedom Capital Initiates Mama's Creations, Inc. (MAMA) With Buy Rating, Citing National Expansion and Innovation

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On January 14, Freedom Capital analyst Georgy Vashchenko initiated coverage of Mama’s Creations, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAMA) with a Buy rating and a $16 price target. In a research note, the analyst pointed to the company’s broad national distribution and emphasis on product quality and innovation as key factors supporting its positioning in the convenient, fresh meal category. Freedom Capital also highlighted the expansion of Mama’s Creations’ branded footprint and upcoming product launches as drivers that could support continued share gains as consumer preferences evolve.

During the company’s third-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings call, Mama’s Creations, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAMA) reported a 50% year-over-year increase in revenue to $47.3 million, driven by the acquisition of Crown One alongside strong growth in its legacy business. Profitability improved at an even faster pace, with gross profit rising 56.6% to $11.1 million, representing 23.6% of total revenue, compared with $7.1 million, or 22.6% of revenue, in the prior-year quarter. The margin expansion was primarily attributed to operational efficiency improvements and scale benefits.

Mama’s Creations, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAMA) is a deli solutions company offering a portfolio of easy-to-prepare meals. Formerly known as MamaMancini’s, the New Jersey–based company was founded in 2009 and specializes in authentic Italian foods, including meatballs, sauces, and pasta, serving both retail and foodservice channels across the United States.

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