William Blair analyst Sharon Zackfia has maintained their bullish stance on SHAK stock, giving a Buy rating today.
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Sharon Zackfia’s rating is based on Shake Shack’s impressive performance in the third quarter, where the company exceeded expectations in several key areas. The brand achieved higher-than-anticipated sales and restaurant-level margins, alongside lower general and administrative expenses. This success was largely driven by effective menu innovations, increased marketing efforts, and promotional offers that resonated well with consumers, resulting in a significant rise in comparable sales.
Shake Shack also demonstrated strong traffic growth, marking a positive shift after previous declines. The company saw a 4.9% increase in comparable sales, surpassing both guidance and consensus estimates. Additionally, Shake Shack experienced its 13th consecutive quarter of year-over-year restaurant-level margin expansion, indicating operational improvements and effective cost management. These factors combined to support an 18% growth in adjusted EBITDA, further solidifying the Buy rating.
In another report released today, Barclays also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $115.00 price target.