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Sweetgreen Inc (SG)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: SG (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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13 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $22.58

1 Year Target Price $22.58

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$22.58Target price
Low$11.86
Current$14.88
high$45.12

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 49.32%
Avg. Invested days 29
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.75B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 22.58
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 22.58
Volume (30-day avg) 13
Beta 2.07
52 Weeks Range 11.86 - 45.12
Updated Date 07/1/2025
52 Weeks Range 11.86 - 45.12
Updated Date 07/1/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.77

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-06-13
When After Market
Estimate -0.1747
Actual -0.1279

Profitability

Profit Margin -13.04%
Operating Margin (TTM) -16.45%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -6.88%
Return on Equity (TTM) -19.79%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 1896611002
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56
Enterprise Value 1896611002
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.77
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -6.04
Shares Outstanding 105788000
Shares Floating 102138436
Shares Outstanding 105788000
Shares Floating 102138436
Percent Insiders 3.51
Percent Institutions 108.55

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 22.58
Buy 1
Strong Buy 6
Buy 1
Strong Buy 6
Hold 6
Sell -
Strong Sell -
Strong Sell -

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Sweetgreen Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Sweetgreen Inc. was founded in 2007 by Nicolas Jammet, Nathaniel Ru, and Jonathan Neman. Starting as a small restaurant in Washington, D.C., it quickly expanded, focusing on providing healthy, locally-sourced salads and bowls. The company has grown into a national chain with a significant emphasis on technology and sustainability.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Restaurant Operations: The core business revolves around operating fast-casual restaurants offering salads, bowls, and related healthy food items. This includes in-store dining, takeout, and delivery services.
  • Digital Platform: Sweetgreen leverages a digital platform through its website and mobile app, facilitating online ordering, payment processing, and customer loyalty programs. This segment drives a significant portion of revenue.
  • Outpost Platform: This is sweetgreen's corporate delivery service and is another way sweetgreen makes money through its online digital platform

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Jonathan Neman serves as the CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors overseeing executive management, including roles like CFO, COO, and CMO.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Salads: Sweetgreen's signature salads feature fresh, seasonal ingredients. While specific market share data is not publicly available, salads represent a significant portion of their revenue. Competitors include Chopt and Just Salad.
  • Bowls: Grain bowls and warm bowls made with proteins, vegetables, and grains are popular menu items. Competitors include Cava and Chipotle.
  • Sides and Drinks: These include a variety of beverages and smaller side dishes. Competitors include similar fast-casual restaurants offering add-ons.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The fast-casual restaurant industry is highly competitive and growing, with a focus on healthier options and convenient ordering. Key trends include increasing demand for plant-based alternatives, sustainable sourcing, and digital ordering capabilities.

Positioning

Sweetgreen positions itself as a leader in the healthy fast-casual segment, emphasizing sustainability, local sourcing, and a tech-enabled customer experience. Its competitive advantage lies in its brand image and focus on quality ingredients.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The fast-casual restaurant market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars globally. Sweetgreen is positioned to capture a portion of this market by focusing on health-conscious consumers.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand image and reputation
  • Emphasis on sustainability and local sourcing
  • Tech-enabled platform for ordering and loyalty
  • High-quality ingredients and healthy menu options

Weaknesses

  • Higher price point compared to competitors
  • Reliance on seasonal ingredients can impact menu consistency
  • Limited geographic presence compared to larger chains
  • Profitability issues are an ongoing concern for growth investors

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Increased focus on digital offerings and delivery
  • Partnerships with other food and beverage companies
  • Expanding menu options to cater to diverse dietary needs

Threats

  • Increased competition from other fast-casual restaurants
  • Fluctuations in ingredient costs and supply chain disruptions
  • Changing consumer preferences and dietary trends
  • Economic downturn impacting consumer spending

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CMG
  • CAVA
  • QSR

Competitive Landscape

Sweetgreen's advantages include its brand reputation for sustainability and quality. Disadvantages are its higher price point and smaller scale compared to Chipotle and other fast-casual chains.

Major Acquisitions

Spyce

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: To gain access to Spyce's robotic kitchen technology to improve efficiency and consistency in food preparation. (Terms were undisclosed)

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Sweetgreen has experienced rapid revenue growth since its inception, driven by store expansion and increased digital sales. However, profitability has remained a challenge.

Future Projections: Analyst projections vary, but generally anticipate continued revenue growth driven by new store openings and digital initiatives. Path to profitability is being closely watched.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expansion into new markets, partnerships with food delivery services, and the implementation of new technologies to enhance the customer experience.

Summary

Sweetgreen is a growing fast-casual restaurant chain with a strong brand image and emphasis on sustainability. The company has experienced rapid revenue growth, but profitability remains a significant challenge. Expansion, cost management, and innovation will be crucial for its long-term success. Watch out for competitive pressures and market fluctuations that could threaten margins.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • SEC Filings
  • Company Website
  • Analyst Reports
  • Market Research Reports

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate and based on available data.

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About Sweetgreen Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Los Angeles, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-11-18
Co-Founder, Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Jonathan Neman
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Restaurants
Full time employees 6407
Full time employees 6407

Sweetgreen, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates fast food restaurants serving healthy food and beverages in the United States. It also accepts orders through its online and mobile ordering platforms, as well as sells gift cards that do not have an expiration date and can be redeemed. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.