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Shake Shack Inc (SHAK)

Shake Shack Inc (SHAK) 3-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/04/2025: SHAK (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 3 star rating for performance

Moderate Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.

Number of Analysts

4 star rating from financial analysts

24 Analysts rated it

Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.

1 Year Target Price $113.27

1 Year Target Price $113.27

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$113.27 Target price
52w Low $72.93
Current$94.44
52w High $144.65

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 79.7%
Avg. Invested days 45
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.99B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 91.7
1Y Target Price 113.27
Price to earnings Ratio 91.7
1Y Target Price 113.27
Volume (30-day avg) 24
Beta 1.66
52 Weeks Range 72.93 - 144.65
Updated Date 11/4/2025
52 Weeks Range 72.93 - 144.65
Updated Date 11/4/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.02

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-10-30
When -
Estimate 0.3142
Actual 0.36

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.1%
Operating Margin (TTM) 5.19%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.11%
Return on Equity (TTM) 9.08%

Valuation

Trailing PE 91.7
Forward PE 52.36
Enterprise Value 4306215424
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.91
Enterprise Value 4306215424
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.91
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.25
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 31.46
Shares Outstanding 40253589
Shares Floating 38445398
Shares Outstanding 40253589
Shares Floating 38445398
Percent Insiders 4.54
Percent Institutions 107.46

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Shake Shack Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Shake Shack Inc. began as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in 2001 to support the Madison Square Park Conservancy. It grew into a permanent kiosk in 2004 and expanded into a publicly traded company known for its burgers, shakes, and community focus. It was founded by Danny Meyer, whose Union Square Hospitality Group originally conceived the cart.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Shake Shack Restaurants: Operates and franchises Shake Shack restaurants, offering burgers, chicken, fries, shakes, frozen custard, and other related items.
  • Licensing and Other Revenue: Generates revenue through licensing agreements (international expansion is often through licensing) and other sources, such as catering and delivery services.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Randy Garutti serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a board of directors overseeing strategic decisions, with a corporate structure including executive management and regional/store-level management.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • ShackBurger: A cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, and ShackSauce. This is their signature burger and a significant revenue driver. Competitors include McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's.
  • Crinkle Cut Fries: Crinkle-cut fries. Competitors include McDonald's, Wendy's, and other fast-casual chains that offer fries.
  • Shakes and Frozen Custard: A variety of milkshakes and frozen custard. Competitors include Dairy Queen, Baskin-Robbins, and other ice cream shops.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The fast-casual restaurant industry is highly competitive, with a focus on high-quality ingredients and elevated dining experiences compared to traditional fast food. Key trends include increased delivery and digital ordering, sustainability, and health-conscious options.

Positioning

Shake Shack is positioned as a premium fast-casual brand with a focus on quality ingredients, community engagement, and a modern dining experience. Its competitive advantages include brand recognition, strong customer loyalty, and a unique menu.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global fast-casual market is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. Shake Shack captures a small percentage, positioned to expand with strategic growth initiatives.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • High-quality ingredients
  • Loyal customer base
  • Efficient operations
  • Modern dining experience

Weaknesses

  • Higher price point compared to competitors
  • Limited geographic presence compared to larger chains
  • Sensitivity to economic downturns
  • Dependence on premium ingredients, leading to potential supply chain vulnerabilities

Opportunities

  • International expansion
  • Menu innovation
  • Increased digital ordering and delivery
  • Partnerships and collaborations
  • Expansion of store formats (e.g., drive-thrus)

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Rising labor costs
  • Fluctuations in commodity prices
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Economic downturns

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • MCD
  • WEN
  • CMG
  • QSR

Competitive Landscape

Shake Shack's advantages include brand reputation and food quality. Disadvantages include fewer locations and a higher price point compared to major competitors.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Shake Shack has demonstrated growth through new restaurant openings and same-store sales increases.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates regarding expansion, digital growth, and market trends.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include menu innovation, digital ordering enhancements, and expansion into new markets.

Summary

Shake Shack is a popular fast-casual chain known for its quality and brand image, which are its greatest strengths. Its smaller scale compared to giants like McDonald's and Wendy's is a weakness. Focusing on controlled growth and catering to shifting consumer habits will be vital to the business's success. Shake Shack must be able to compete with larger chains on price and convenience while maintaining their quality standards.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on available information and general market knowledge and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data are estimates and may vary.

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About Shake Shack Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2015-01-30
CEO & Director Mr. Robert M. Lynch
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Restaurants
Full time employees 12826
Full time employees 12826

Shake Shack Inc. owns, operates, and licenses Shake Shack restaurants (Shacks) in the United States and internationally. Its Shacks offer burgers, chicken, hot dogs, crinkle cut fries, shakes, frozen custard, beer, wine, and other products. The company was founded in 2001 and is based in New York, New York.