Cava Stock Has Almost Doubled This Year. Is It Too Late to Buy?

Cava Group (CAVA -1.10%) stock has electrified investors as one of the most exciting initial public offerings (IPOs) in a recent dry spell. Its healthy Mediterranean menu is attracting customers while its stock attracts investing dollars. Most of its growth is coming from new stores. Total revenue increased 30% year over year in the 2024 first quarter, and same-store sales were up 2.3%, a sharp deceleration. Management had previously said that its strong same-store sales growth was aided by the hype surroun ...