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CAVA Stock Chart & Stats
$62.01
-$1.20(-1.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$62.01
-$1.20(-1.90%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$43.41 - $98.79
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.57M
Average Volume (3M)3.10M
Market Cap
$8.30B
Enterprise Value$8.63K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$435.60M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$520.74M
Price to Earnings (P/E)124.1
Beta1.63
Next Earnings
Nov 10, 2026EPS Estimate
0.12Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.57
Shares Outstanding116,806,200
10 Day Avg. Volume3,599,890
30 Day Avg. Volume3,104,178
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.11
Price to Book (P/B)8.92
Price to Sales (P/S)5.90
P/FCF Ratio266.17
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$90.80Price Target Upside46.43% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering23
EPS Forecast (FY)0.55
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.50B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Demand And Revenue GrowthBroad-based growth in both new locations and established restaurants indicates strong customer demand and a differentiated brand proposition. Sustained traffic gains provide a durable foundation for revenue expansion beyond menu pricing or footprint growth alone.
Scalable Expansion And Unit EconomicsHigh unit productivity and continued openings suggest the Mediterranean fast-casual concept can be replicated across markets. Management's plan for 75–77 net new restaurants supports a multi-year runway for location-driven revenue growth.
Liquidity And Improving Cash GenerationA substantial liquidity cushion and positive operating cash flow give CAVA flexibility to fund restaurant growth, withstand cost volatility, and support operational investments. Improving cash generation also strengthens the quality and resilience of its profitability.
Bears Say
Margin Pressure From Rising Operating CostsHigher food, packaging, and labor costs are compressing restaurant economics, while delivery mix adds expense pressure. Continued wage investment and fuel surcharges could limit margin expansion even if sales growth remains strong.
Capital Intensity And Uneven Free Cash FlowRapid restaurant development requires substantial construction and preopening spending, leaving relatively little cash after investment. Historical volatility means earnings growth may not consistently translate into distributable or balance-sheet cash.
Profitability NormalizationThe decline from unusually strong 2024 profitability shows that margins are sensitive to operating costs, mix, and investment levels. Lower returns on the growing capital base could constrain internal funding and reduce the benefits of scale.
CAVA Group, Inc. News
CAVA FAQ
What was CAVA Group, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
CAVA Group, Inc. lowest stock price was $43.41 and its highest was $98.79 in the past 12 months.
What is CAVA Group, Inc.’s market cap?
CAVA Group, Inc.’s market cap is $8.30B.
When is CAVA Group, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
CAVA Group, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 10, 2026 which is in 82 days.
How were CAVA Group, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
CAVA Group, Inc. released its earnings results on Aug 11, 2026. The company reported $0.19 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.184 by $0.006.
Is CAVA Group, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts CAVA Group, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does CAVA Group, Inc. pay dividends?
CAVA Group, Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is CAVA Group, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
CAVA Group, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 0.12.
How many shares outstanding does CAVA Group, Inc. have?
CAVA Group, Inc. has 116,806,200 shares outstanding.
What happened to CAVA Group, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
CAVA Group, Inc. reported an EPS of $0.19 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.184. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 14.241%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CAVA Group, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CAVA
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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CAVA Group, Inc. Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$90.80 (46.43% Upside)
$90.80 (46.43% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CAVA Sentiment 63%
Sector Average 57%
Sector Average 57%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 1.3M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $273.1M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 2.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.8%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.8%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-28.11%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
16.11%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
CAVA Group, Inc.
CAVA Group, Inc. is a company that oversees and runs a chain of Mediterranean restaurants. Their culinary offerings encompass a range of salads, savory dips, spreads, various toppings, and distinctive dressings. Beyond its dining establishments, the company distributes its products through whole food markets and other grocery retailers. Customers also have the option to utilize online food ordering services for convenience. Founded in 2006, CAVA Group, Inc. maintains its primary business operations in Washington, D.C.
CAVA Company Deck
CAVA Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted strong top-line growth, robust same-restaurant sales and traffic, compelling new-unit productivity, improving profitability in dollar terms, solid liquidity and cash flow, and early success from menu innovation and loyalty—demonstrating clear operational momentum. Near-term headwinds include modest margin pressure from rising food and labor costs, higher delivery mix, incremental preopening and G&A investments, and conservative guidance that factors in temporary sales impacts from industry food-safety headlines. Overall, the positives—particularly strong revenue growth, EBITDA expansion, cash position, and unit economics—substantially outweigh the manageable near-term cost pressures and industry noise, supporting confidence in the company’s long-term outlook.View all CAVA earnings summariesCAVA Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$90.80
▲(46.43% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
11.58% Insiders
31.93% Mutual Funds
25.95% Other Institutional Investors
14.77% Public Companies and Individual Investors