Why Dutch Bros Stock Had a Sensational 2024 With a 65% Gain

Shares of Dutch Bros (BROS -2.37%) climbed 65.4% in 2024, according to data provided by S&P Global Market Intelligence. The coffee company's year is a story of two quarters. Investors were disappointed after its second-quarter report and Dutch Bros stock was consequently flat for the year as of October. But a good reaction to its third-quarter report in November propelled shares to their 65% gain in 2024.Ironically, Dutch Bros' Q2 report on Aug. 7 looked good in isolation. Its Q2 revenue was up 30% year ove ...