CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA)
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- symbol CAVA
- Rev/Share 9.3593
- Book/Share 6.4838
- PB 9.8816
- Debt/Equity 0.5779
- CurrentRatio 2.723
- ROIC 0.0971
- MktCap 7429191360.0
- FreeCF/Share 0.4092
- PFCF 156.7869
- PE 52.7386
- Debt/Assets 0.3359
- DivYield 0
- ROE 0.2017
- Rating B-
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 1
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reiterated | CAVA | Barclays | -- | Equal Weight | $74 | $64 | Oct. 22, 2025 |
| Initiation | CAVA | Goldman | -- | Neutral | -- | $74 | Oct. 20, 2025 |
| Initiation | CAVA | RBC Capital Mkts | -- | Outperform | -- | $80 | Oct. 9, 2025 |
| Initiation | CAVA | Melius | -- | Hold | -- | $95 | July 14, 2025 |
| Initiation | CAVA | KeyBanc Capital Markets | -- | Overweight | -- | $100 | July 2, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAVA | Bernstein | Market Perform | Outperform | -- | $115 | April 23, 2025 |
| Initiation | CAVA | BofA Securities | -- | Buy | -- | $112 | March 31, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAVA | JP Morgan | Neutral | Overweight | -- | $110 | March 20, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CAVA | Piper Sandler | Neutral | Overweight | $142 | $115 | Feb. 28, 2025 |
| Initiation | CAVA | UBS | -- | Neutral | -- | $135 | Sept. 27, 2024 |
News
Is Cava (CAVA) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
Published: October 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?
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BROS vs. CAVA: Which Fast-Casual Upstart Has a Stronger Growth Story?
Published: October 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Dutch Bros' expanding drive-thru network and strong loyalty engagement may outpace CAVA's disciplined but cost-pressured growth story.
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CMPGY vs. CAVA: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Published: October 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors with an interest in Retail - Restaurants stocks have likely encountered both Compass Group PLC (CMPGY) and Cava Group (CAVA). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
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CAVA: Rewards Program Innovation Can Drive Sales Resurgence (Upgrade)
Published: October 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA is a compelling rebound play, down over 40% this year but outperforming peers amid industry-wide comp sales declines. I raise CAVA to a "Strong Buy," citing its innovative, gamified loyalty program and upcoming Q3 earnings as catalysts for renewed growth. CAVA's new tiered rewards system, with status matching and higher points rates, sets it apart from competitors and encourages increased diner frequency.
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Miami, Meet CAVA: The Wait is Over for Our First Location in the 305
Published: October 03, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CAVA (NYSE: CAVA), the category-defining Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant brand, today opened its first Miami location in Brickell, located at 801 Brickell Avenue Suite 140 Miami, FL 33131. CAVA Brickell is a 2,700-square-foot location with dining room and patio seating, digital order pick-up and delivery. CAVA opened its first two South Florida restaurants in Hialeah and Plantation earlier this year. CAVA brings its signature Mediterranean warmth and hospitalit.
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Can CAVA's Strong Cash Flow Fuel Expansion in a Soft Market?
Published: October 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA's strong cash flow, debt-free balance sheet and rising unit volumes fuel aggressive expansion despite soft same-store sales.
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Brokers Suggest Investing in Cava (CAVA): Read This Before Placing a Bet
Published: October 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.
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CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: October 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Cava (CAVA). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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Is CAVA Positioned to Capture the Fast-Casual Mediterranean Boom?
Published: September 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA posts double-digit revenue growth, expanding menus and restaurants as it eyes 1,000 locations by 2032.
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CAVA's Comp Story: Can Engagement & Efficiency Power the Next Leg?
Published: September 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA eyes 2025 comp growth with chicken shawarma, seasonal pita chips and a new tiered rewards program.
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CAVA vs. Sweetgreen: Which Fast-Casual Stock Has the Edge Right Now?
Published: September 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA's strong unit economics and disciplined expansion put it ahead of SG's ongoing operational reset.
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CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: September 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Cava (CAVA). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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Is It Worth Investing in Cava (CAVA) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.
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Cava, Chipotle Trade Like Bargains—But Wall Street Hasn't Caught Up Yet
Published: September 11, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Neutral
Fast-casual's bowl brigade is tasting something new this season: a healthy serving of valuation discipline. Once priced like tech disruptors, Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc CMG, CAVA Group Inc CAVA and Sweetgreen Inc SG are now navigating a sharp reset as investors reassess growth expectations and future profitability.
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CAVA Scales Kitchen Tech: Can Efficiency Power the Next Growth Leg?
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA rolls out Connected Kitchen tech with ovens, AI and display systems to boost efficiency and fuel long-term restaurant growth.
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CAVA's New Openings Hit $3M AUV: Is the Growth Model Sustainable?
Published: September 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA's new restaurants are topping $3M in sales, fueling rapid expansion and menu innovation as it targets 1,000 units by 2032.
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CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Published: September 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Cava (CAVA) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
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CAVA Stock Slips 23% in a Month: Should Investors Buy the Dip or Wait?
Published: September 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
CAVA shares have dropped 23% in a month as tough comparisons, higher costs and consumer uncertainty weigh on sentiment.
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Chipotle vs. CAVA: Which Fast-Casual Stock Has the Edge Right Now?
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Chipotle's unmatched scale, cash reserves, and international runway give it the edge over CAVA in the fast-casual growth cycle.
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Investors Heavily Search CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA): Here is What You Need to Know
Published: August 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Cava (CAVA) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
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How restaurant chains are competing on in-store vibes to win back customers
Published: August 19, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral
Analysts say more welcoming atmospheres at chains like Starbucks and Cava can't hurt. But how much will they help?
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Why Cava stock plummeted 18% this week
Published: August 15, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Negative
Cava stock just wrapped up one its worst weeks ever after missing on Q2 revenue estimates and lowering its full-year same-store sales growth target for the first time. Shares of the fast-casual chain have fallen nearly 40% this year, despite soaring 160% in 2024.
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CAVA vs. Chipotle (CMG): What's the Better Buy?
Published: August 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
A notable restaurant duo, Chipotle Mexican Grill CMG and CAVA Group CAVA, both faced pressure following the release of their quarterly results, adding fuel to the already-poor share performance from each in 2025.
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CAVA Group: Great Food, But Overvalued Even After The Selloff
Published: August 14, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
CAVA Group, Inc. is a promising fast-casual disruptor, but current fundamentals and valuation are stretched despite strong growth prospects and operational improvements. My pro forma DCF analysis, using optimistic growth and margin assumptions, values CAVA at ~$25/share versus the current ~$70/share price. Even with management's ambitious expansion plans and operational enhancements, CAVA's valuation metrics remain significantly above sector medians.
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CAVA's Honeymoon Ends With a 16% Stock Drop
Published: August 13, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Neutral
Restaurant stocks have somewhat mirrored artificial intelligence (AI) stocks this earnings season. That is, investors are not taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
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Cava, Chipotle and other fast-casual restaurant chains are finally hit by consumer slowdown
Published: August 13, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Negative
After bucking industry trends, fast-casual chains like Chipotle and Cava are finally feeling the consumer slowdown. Restaurant executives have said that diners are "cautious" or dealing with an economic "fog.
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Investors digest earnings from Chili's, Cava
Published: August 13, 2025 by: The Street
Sentiment: Neutral
Investors are having mixed feelings about restaurant stocks. Transcript: Investors are having mixed feelings about restaurant stocks today - Brinker, the parent company of Chili's, is soaring, while Cava is taking a hit.
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CAVA Stock Down 23% Post Q2 Earnings: Should You Buy, Sell or Hold?
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
CAVA's shares plunged 23% post second quarter despite earnings beat, as slowing comparable sales and macro pressures weigh on near-term growth.
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CAVA Group: Overreaction To Same Stores Sales Decline, Huge Buying Opportunity
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
CAVA's diverse menu, tech innovation, and loyalty program drive resilience and growth despite industry headwinds and a recent share price correction. Q2 showed slowing same-store sales, but revenue, profit margins, and restaurant count all grew, outperforming most fast casual peers. Valuation remains high versus the sector, but after a major correction, CAVA offers its best value since IPO and strong long-term expansion potential.
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Cava CEO Brett Schulman on earnings-fueled stock drop
Published: August 13, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral
Cava CEO Brett Schulman on Wednesday said he feels good about the Mediterranean restaurant chain's business despite its second-quarter earnings report causing its stock to plunge Wednesday morning. "Stocks will go up, stocks will go down.
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About CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA)
- IPO Date 2023-06-16
- Website https://www.cava.com
- Industry Restaurants
- CEO Brett Schulman
- Employees 10300