Fact: Performance metrics as of mid-July 2026 (pre-Q2 earnings release scheduled for August 6, 2026).
| Period | SG Return | S&P 500 Benchmark |
|---|---|---|
| YTD | ~5-8% | ~9-10% |
| 1-Year | ~-47% to -50% | ~19% |
| 3-Year | ~52% | ~66% |
| 5-Year | ~86% | ~73% |
More information: Yahoo Finance Historical Data | MarketWatch
Fact: Fiscal year ends late December; ~6,486 full-time employees; operates ~285 locations across the US.
| Metric | Q1 2026 | YoY Change / Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue | $161.5 million | Down 2.9% |
| Same-Store Sales | -12.8% | vs. -3.1% prior |
| Digital Revenue % | 67.2% | Up from 59.9% |
| Net Income | $125.8 million (77.9% margin) | vs. -$25.0 million loss (includes ~$160.6M gain on Spyce disposal) |
| Year | Revenue (millions USD) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | ~$679 |
| 2024 | ~$677 |
| 2023 | ~$584 |
| 2022 | ~$470 |
| 2021 | ~$340 |
Interpretation: Revenue growth has slowed/stagnated recently amid same-store sales weakness; one-time asset sale drove profitability in Q1 2026.
Uncertainty / Data Limitations: Q2 2026 results pending (Aug 6); assumptions based on reported figures which include non-recurring items; trailing twelve months revenue ~$675M with modest positive net income.
More information: Sweetgreen Investor Relations | Yahoo Finance Financials
Fact: Consensus rating from ~18 analysts over the last 12 months is Hold (mix of ~4 Buy, 11 Hold, 3 Sell).
Fact: Average 12-month price target ~$7.99-$8.00 (range $4.50-$13.00), implying potential upside from recent trading levels.
More information: Yahoo Finance Analyst Estimates | MarketBeat Consensus
| Competitor | Focus | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CAVA (CAVA) | Mediterranean bowls/pitas | Direct fast-casual rival aiming for similar scale |
| Chipotle (CMG) | Mexican-inspired customizable bowls | Larger scale benchmark; lifestyle bowls compete on health |
| Chopt / Tender Greens | Salads and healthy fast-casual | Regional/national salad specialists |
| Just Salad / Dig Inn | Healthy bowls/salads | Similar menu positioning |
| Shake Shack (SHAK) | Burgers/fast-casual | Broader fast-casual comparison |
Interpretation: Sweetgreen competes in the premium "better-for-you" fast-casual segment against both direct salad players and larger concepts like Chipotle.
Uncertainty / Limitations: Competitive landscape dynamic; market share data not precisely quantified in sources; success depends on differentiation via tech (e.g., Infinite Kitchen) and supply chain.
More information: CB Insights Competitors | Yahoo Finance Peers
Fact: Founded in 2006/2007 by three Georgetown University alumni (Jonathan Neman, Nathaniel Ru, Nicolas Jammet) in Washington, D.C.; IPO November 2021 on NYSE. Mission-driven focus on real, locally-sourced, plant-forward food at scale. HQ in Los Angeles, CA. Recently sold Spyce (robotic kitchen tech) and partnered on automation initiatives.
Interpretation: Positioned as the "next-generation" fast-casual brand emphasizing community, sustainability, and innovation (e.g., app ordering, Infinite Kitchen).
More information: Official Investor Site | sweetgreen.com