BofA Reiterates a Buy Rating on Cava Group (CAVA), Lifts PT

On May 19, analyst Sara Senatore of Bank of America Securities reiterated a Buy rating on CAVA Group, Inc. (NYSE:CAVA) and raised the price target to $121 from $112.

The analyst gave the buy rating based on CAVA Group, Inc.'s (NYSE:CAVA) growth potential and strong fiscal Q1 2025 results, which surpassed expectations on May 15.

The company underwent a 10.8% growth in same-restaurant sales in the quarter, driven by higher customer traffic. It also opened 15 net new restaurants.

CAVA Group, Inc. (NYSE:CAVA) attained this growth despite external challenges, including Los Angeles fires and adverse weather conditions. This reflects the company's effective management strategies and resilience, supporting the Buy rating.

The analyst expects the company to sustain its positive momentum in the coming quarters, supported by strategic initiatives such as successful advertising campaigns and menu innovations. Another cause of the positive outlook for CAVA Group, Inc. (NYSE:CAVA) for the analyst is the company's ability to manage operating costs and labor effectively, even while investing in employee and store development.

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