Cava [CAVA] vs Starbucks [SBUX] Detailed Stock Comparison
Cava
NYSE
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Starbucks
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Cava wins in 3 metrics, Starbucks wins in 16 metrics, with 0 ties. Starbucks appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Cava | Starbucks | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 74.08 | 38.87 | Starbucks |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 14.16 | -13.28 | Starbucks |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 56.80 | -3.63 | Starbucks |
| PEG Ratio | 177.80 | 24.13 | Starbucks |
| EV/EBITDA | 86.66 | 22.50 | Starbucks |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 13.70% | 7.18% | Cava |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 5.24% | 9.51% | Starbucks |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 5.24% | 9.51% | Starbucks |
| Return on Equity | 21.73% | -50.54% | Cava |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 3.10% | 7.57% | Starbucks |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $52.90M | $3.32B | Starbucks |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.60% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -1.54% | 18.51% | Starbucks |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 9.92 | 2.78 | Starbucks |
| Enterprise Value | $10.33B | $125.46B | Starbucks |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 9.96 | 3.42 | Starbucks |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 25.33% | 22.80% | Cava |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $9 | $32 | Starbucks |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.20 | $2.31 | Starbucks |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 2.67 | 1.00 | Starbucks |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Cava vs Starbucks Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cava | -4.38% | 1.01% | 5.48% | -5.22% | -35.77% | -22.82% |
| Starbucks | 1.22% | 2.09% | -2.80% | 10.05% | -18.88% | -1.25% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cava | -1.54% | 133.03% | 133.03% | 133.03% | 133.03% | 133.03% |
| Starbucks | 18.51% | 0.77% | 13.55% | 55.85% | 642.20% | 584.01% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Cava vs Starbucks
| Metric | CAVA | SBUX |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $10.28B | $102.05B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 2,734,640 | 15,772,320 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 3,804,213 | 10,654,637 |
| Last Close | $85.01 | $92.13 |
| 52 Week Range | $70.00 - $172.43 | $74.75 - $117.46 |
| % from 52W High | -50.70% | -21.56% |
| All-Time High | $172.43 (Nov 11, 2024) | $126.32 (Jul 19, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -50.70% | -27.07% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.28% | 0.04% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.84% | -0.47% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.14% | 0.07% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.05% | 0.10% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.22% | -0.51% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 56.80 | -3.63 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $6.28 | $-6.78 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $3.19 | $3.96 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $161.22M | $4.90B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $11.24M | $1.65B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.60% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.40 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Cava vs Starbucks
| Metric | CAVA | SBUX |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 74.08 | 38.87 |
| Forward P/E | 177.80 | 24.13 |
| PEG Ratio | 177.80 | 24.13 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 9.92 | 2.78 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 14.16 | -13.28 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $10.28B | $102.05B |
| Enterprise Value | $10.33B | $125.46B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 9.96 | 3.42 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 86.66 | 22.50 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 2.67 | 1.00 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $6.28 | $-6.78 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Cava vs Starbucks
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CAVA | SBUX |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $331.83M | $8.76B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $247.76M | $6.91B |
| Gross Profit | $84.06M | $1.85B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $21.86M | $658.10M |
| EBITDA | $48.82M | $1.18B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $20.35M | $502.10M |
| Income Tax | $-5.35M | $118.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $25.71M | $384.10M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CAVA | SBUX |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $289.35M | $2.67B |
| Total Current Assets | $403.03M | $6.71B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $134.28M | $10.43B |
| Long-Term Debt | $367.91M | $22.28B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $726.17M | $-7.62B |
| Retained Earnings | $-291.64M | $-7.57B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $460.50M | $14.25B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CAVA | SBUX |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $48.79M | $359.80M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-35.88M | $-589.20M |
| Free Cash Flow | $2.70M | $-297.20M |
| Debt Repayment | $0 | $0 |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $0 |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CAVA | SBUX |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 13.32M | 45.58M |
| Short Ratio | 3.03 | 5.61 |
| Short % of Float | 0.12% | 0.04% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 2,734,640 | 15,772,320 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 3,804,213 | 10,654,637 |
| Shares Outstanding | 115.09M | 1.13B |
| Float Shares | 103.93M | 1.13B |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.06% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.79% | 0.84% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Cava vs Starbucks
| Metric | CAVA | SBUX |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.40 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.60% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $2.24 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.58% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $6.72 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | May 16, 2025 |