CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) — Stock Score Summary

CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) has a MoatMap StockRank of 28/100 based on Quality (37/100), Value (12/100), and Momentum (66/100) factor scores. The current signal is SELL. CAVA Group is a high-growth, consumer-favorite Mediterranean restaurant chain with strong real-world demand. However, its valuation is extremely stretched, leaving no margin of safety, and it lacks direct alignment with our active 18-month macro themes.

CAVA Group, Inc. operates a fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, offering customizable bowls, pitas, and salads made with fresh ingredients. Its differentiated concept appeals to a growing consumer demand for healthy and customizable options in the fast-casual dining segment. The company has demonstrated strong brand recognition and is pursuing a rapid expansion strategy.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$74.67
Market Cap$9.1B
P/E (TTM)154.46
P/E (Forward)106.70
Price/Book11.96
Return on Invested Capital6.6%
Debt/Equity61.54
Gross Margin37.7%
Operating Margin6.4%
Revenue Growth32.1%

CAVA Group, Inc. operates in the Restaurants industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CAVA Group, Inc.’s (CAVA) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) is 28/100, with a Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (37), Value (12), and Momentum (66) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does CAVA Group, Inc. have an economic moat?
CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) has a Quality factor score of 37/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is CAVA Group, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) is Sell, based on a StockRank of 28/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is CAVA Group, Inc. in?
CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Restaurants industry (United States).
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