Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:CAKE) Stock

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Cheesecake Factory Inc owns and operates restaurants in the United States and Canada under brands that include The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, and a collection within the Fox Restaurants Concepts subsidiary. The company's international presence, in the Middle East and Mexico, is through licensing agreements with third parties. The company also has a bakery division that produces cheesecakes and other baked products for sale in its restaurants, international licensees, and third-party bakery customers. The company has four operating business segments: The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, North Italia, other FRC, and Flower Child. Majority of the company's revenue comes from The Cheesecake Factory restaurants segment.

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Shares of companies within the broader consumer discretionary sector are trading higher, possibly amid overall market strength after President Trump delayed 50% EU tariffs to July.

Cheesecake Factory's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NYSE">CAKE</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.04% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 8.25 million shares sold short, which is 23.4% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.55 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Cheesecake Factory Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Cheesecake Factory has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Cheesecake Factory's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Cheesecake Factory's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.60%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Is Cheesecake Factory Gaining or Losing Market Support?

Stephens analyst Jim Salera reiterated the Overweight rating on The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>), <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAKE/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">with a price forecast of $60.</a>
On Wednesday, the company reported first-quarter revenues of $927.2 million, up from $891.2 million in the year-ago period.
Salera highlighted that the company's strong margin management drove outperformance across restaurant-level margins, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted EPS.
However, despite stable underlying sales trends, its revised outlook signals caution. It anticipates a softer consumer environment amid rising economic concerns and tariff-related uncertainty.
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Salera says shares remain well positioned for continued momentum through fiscal 2025. Gradually improving same-store sales, year-over-year margin expansion at the restaurant level, and increased unit growth drive the outlook.
The analyst notes that these positive trends are built on a strong foundation of steady consumer demand at its Cheesecake Factory locations, driven by its broad, crowd-pleasing menu that appeals to a wide range of guests.
The analyst noted that for 2025, their EBITDA forecast was lowered from $323.5 million to $317.6 million, and adjusted EPS was revised from $3.72 to $3.68.
For 2026, the company reduced its EBITDA estimate from $348.8 million to $343.3 million. It also trimmed adjusted EPS from $4.14 to $4.09.
Salera noted that mix will likely remain a headwind through 2025, as customers continue favoring lower-priced items and non-alcoholic beverages.
Cheesecake Factor also plans a summer menu update, which should reinforce this value-focused trend, the analyst adds.
Price Action: CAKE shares are trading lower by 3.82% to $48.45 at last check Thursday.
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Cheesecake Factory Earnings Leave Sweet Taste, But Analyst Sees Tariff Trouble Brewing

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) reported better-than-expected earnings for its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAKE/earnings">first quarter on Wednesday.</a>
The company posted quarterly earnings of 93 cents per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 81 cents per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $927.20 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $927.44 million.
&#8220;Our first quarter results reflect a strong start to the year as we delivered solid topline revenue, margins and earnings, reflecting continued positive momentum across our business,&#8221; said David Overton, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. &#8220;Sales finished towards the higher end of our expectations, led by The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, underscoring the consistent consumer demand for the high-quality, differentiated dining experiences we provide. And once again execution within our restaurants was exceptional, as our operators delivered year-over-year improvements in labor productivity, food efficiency, wage management and retention across both hourly staff and managers, driving strong profit flow-through and margin expansion.&#8221;
Cheesecake Factory shares fell 4.9% to trade at $47.88 on Thursday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on Cheesecake Factory following earnings announcement.
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<li>Baird analyst David Tarantino maintained Cheesecake Factory with a Neutral and raised the price target from $46 to $49.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Zachary Fadem maintained the stock with an Equal-Weight rating and boosted the price target from $45 to $50.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst John Glass maintained Cheesecake Factory with an Underweight rating and raised the price target from $39 to $40.</li>
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Considering buying CAKE stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Cheesecake Factory Analysts Raise Their Forecasts After Better-Than-Expected Earnings

Morgan Stanley analyst John Glass maintains Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $39 to $40.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Underweight on Cheesecake Factory, Raises Price Target to $40

Wells Fargo analyst Zachary Fadem maintains Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $45 to $50.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Cheesecake Factory, Raises Price Target to $50

Baird analyst David Tarantino maintains Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $46 to $49.

Baird Maintains Neutral on Cheesecake Factory, Raises Price Target to $49

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Jim Salera reiterates Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $60 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Overweight on Cheesecake Factory, Maintains $60 Price Target

Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.93 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.81 by 14.81 percent. This is a 27.4 percent increase over earnings of $0.73 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $927.20 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $927.44 million by 0.03 percent. This is a 4.04 percent increase over sales of $891.22 million the same period last year.

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Cheesecake Factory Q1 Adj. EPS $0.93 Beats $0.81 Estimate, Sales $927.20M Miss $927.44M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For April 30, 2025

Goldman Sachs analyst Christine Cho on Wednesday provided a preview of the first quarter for U.S. restaurants.
What Happened: U.S. restaurant companies faced a tough start to 2025, with weaker consumer sentiment, weather impacts and tariff uncertainties affecting performance, except for a few like Brinker International Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>).
Although first-quarter softness was expected, risks remain on the downside due to macroeconomic and policy uncertainties, as reflected in Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44996394/chipotle-battles-slumping-sales-but-honey-chicken-boosts-hope-say-analysts">same-store sales growth miss and lowered guidance</a>.
These factors are likely to dominate investor attention during the earnings season, noted the analyst.
Despite no major changes in consumer intent for restaurant spending, recent adjustments to estimates reflect lower macroeconomic forecasts from GS economists, including slower GDP growth and a higher recession probability.
Restaurant sales trends are closely tied to consumer spending, and weaker macro conditions suggest lower comparable store-sales growth in the second half of 2025 and into 2026.
Inflation&#8217;s impact on margins is limited, and there&#8217;s a higher risk to global restaurant development plans, particularly in international markets, which could reduce long-term unit growth, the analyst said.
Economists predict a slowdown in U.S. GDP growth to 0.5% in 2025, down from 2.5% in 2024, with a 45% recession risk, up from 20% earlier in the year due to tightening financial conditions, foreign boycotts, and policy uncertainty.
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The deceleration in consumer spending and macro headwinds are putting pressure on restaurant top-line growth, with varying impacts across different restaurant types.
Fast food restaurants show the lowest sensitivity to macroeconomic conditions, with higher resiliency compared to fast casual and full-service restaurants, which are more correlated with GDP and consumer discretionary spending.
Recent surveys show no significant shifts in consumer purchase intent for restaurants, with full-service restaurants seeing improvement compared to grocery stores, while limited-service restaurants have contracted in recent months.
What&#8217;s Next: Companies like Wendy&#8217;s Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>), Bloomin&#8217; Brands Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLMN#NASDAQ">BLMN</a>), Domino&#8217;s Pizza Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>), Wingstop Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WING#NASDAQ">WING</a>), Yum! Brands Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>), and Jack In The Box Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JACK#NASDAQ">JACK</a>) have higher lease-adjusted net leverage, with Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>) and Domino&#8217;s facing notable near-term debt maturities.
Slower same-store sales growth and higher build costs are expected to hurt franchisee profitability and reduce demand for new stores.
Many fast food chains anticipate slower unit expansion in 2025, with Jack in The Box planning major cutbacks and closures, while fast casual/casual dining brands remain mostly on track.
Potential U.S. tariffs may raise domestic build costs, while international growth faces challenges from weaker global demand and rising anti-U.S. brand sentiment.
U.S. tariff actions and foreign policy stances have damaged international perceptions of the U.S., raising concerns about reduced demand for American brands.
While it&#8217;s too soon to measure definitive consumer pullback, monitoring sentiment is increasingly important for U.S. brands abroad.
Morning Consult data shows a YTD decline in U.S. favorability across most tracked countries, particularly Canada, Western Europe and Mexico.
Despite rising anti-U.S. sentiment globally, current data indicates no strong link between U.S. tariffs and Chinese consumer attitudes toward U.S. brands.
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Barclays analyst Jeffrey Bernstein maintains Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $50 to $46.

Barclays Maintains Underweight on Cheesecake Factory, Lowers Price Target to $46

Wells Fargo analyst Zachary Fadem maintains Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $52 to $45.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Cheesecake Factory, Lowers Price Target to $45

BofA Securities analyst Sara Senatore provides an analysis for restaurant sector performance in the first <a href="https://trello.com/c/f3PFGoRF/331021-restaurants-q1-previewbofa">quarter</a>.
Restaurant demand showed mixed results due to weather and a calendar shift, said the analyst. 
Black Box industry data revealed a deceleration in same-store sales growth (SSSG) across all segments from January to February, but March saw improvement, excluding Fine Dining. 
Restaurant spending growth improved in March, with chain spending recovering from -7.5% in February to -3.5%.
Independent restaurants saw a rise in spending, from -2.7% in February to +1.3%. The rebound was attributed to better weather and the impact of the calendar shift in February. 
In the first quarter, prices for soybeans, wheat and soybean oil continued to deflate, though at a slower rate than in the fourth quarter of FY24. 
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Coffee prices surged, increasing by 96.8% year-over-year, up from 56.8% in the fourth quarter. Beef inflation rose to 5.5%, compared to 1.3% in the previous quarter.
Cheese prices decreased by 1.8%, while dairy inflation slowed to 1.3%. Futures markets predict deflation in several commodities in the second quarter of 2025, but coffee, natural gas and beef are expected to see inflation, noted the analyst.
Restaurants index in the S&amp;P 500 is trading at 1.2x forward EPS, below its 5-year, 10-year and 15-year averages of 1.4x.
Industry data indicates a demand recovery in March after weak months in January and February. While consensus expectations for restaurants remain high, first-quarter results may fall short of estimates. 
Investors are focused on April trends and the potential impact of tariffs on consumer sentiment, traffic and COGS inflation.
So, keeping the above points in mind, the analyst has lowered the price targets for Bloomin&#8217; Brands Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLMN#NASDAQ">BLMN</a>), Dutch Bros Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BROS#NYSE">BROS</a>), Cheesecake Factory Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>), Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBRL#NASDAQ">CBRL</a>), Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMG#NYSE">CMG</a>), Krispy Kreme Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DNUT#NASDAQ">DNUT</a>), Domino&#8217;s Pizza Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>), Brinker International Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EAT#NYSE">EAT</a>), Jack In The Box Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JACK#NASDAQ">JACK</a>), McDonald&#8217;s Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>), Papa John&#8217;s International Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PZZA#NASDAQ">PZZA</a>), Restaurant Brands International Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QSR#NYSE">QSR</a>), Starbucks Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBUX#NASDAQ">SBUX</a>), Sweetgreen Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SG#NYSE">SG</a>), Shake Shack Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHAK#NYSE">SHAK</a>), Sysco Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYY#NYSE">SYY</a>), Texas Roadhouse Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXRH#NASDAQ">TXRH</a>), Wendy&#8217;s Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>), Wingstop Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WING#NASDAQ">WING</a>), and Yum! Brands Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>).
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Restaurant Sector Q1 Volatilty From Weather, Inflation — Analyst Lowers Price Targets

Citigroup analyst Jon Tower maintains Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $67 to $62.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Cheesecake Factory, Lowers Price Target to $62

On CNBC's &#8220;Mad Money Lightning Round,&#8221; Jim Cramer said Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CAKE/earnings">&#8220;darn cheap.&#8221;</a>
Cheesecake Factory will release its first quarter financial results after the closing bell on Wednesday, April 30.
Cramer said no to Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OXY#NYSE">OXY</a>), adding that it's &#8220;one of the worst of the oils.&#8221;
Supporting his view, Scotiabank analyst Paul Cheng, on Friday, downgraded Occidental Petroleum from Sector Outperform to Sector Perform and announced a $40 price target.
When asked about Realty Income Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/O#NYSE">O</a>), he said, &#8220;I think letter O should be bought into this weakness.&#8221;
Realty Income will release its first quarter operating results after the closing bell on May 5.
The Mad Money host said he can't recommend Halliburton Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAL#NYSE">HAL</a>).
Barclays analyst David Anderson, on March 31, maintained Halliburton with an Equal-Weight rating and lowered the price target from $30 to $29.
Carriage Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSV#NYSE">CSV</a>) is a &#8220;very steady&#8221; stock, Cramer said.
On Feb. 26, the company posted better-than-expected earnings for its fourth quarter.
Cramer recommended buying Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>).
As per the recent news, Everfox, on March 25, disclosed a strategic partnership with Palantir to enhance joint command and control capabilities.
Price Action:
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<li>Cheesecake Factory shares rose 1.7% to settle at $46.08 on Friday.</li>
<li>Occidental Petroleum shares gained 3.3% to close at $37.67 during the session.</li>
<li>Realty Income shares rose 2% to settle at $55.22.</li>
<li>Halliburton shares gained 4% to close at $21.07 on Friday.</li>
<li>Carriage Services shares rose 2.3% to settle at $37.78 on Friday.</li>
<li>Palantir shares slipped 0.1% to close at $88.55.</li>
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Shares of restaurant and lodging-related companies are trading higher following President Trump's decision to implement a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China.

Ratings for Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) were provided by 11 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $52.18, a high estimate of $64.00, and a low estimate of $40.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 4.74% from the previous average price target of $49.82.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744030824_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A clear picture of Cheesecake Factory's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Tarantino &#x7C;Baird &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $46.00&#x7C;$50.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;John Ivankoe &#x7C;JP Morgan &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $48.00&#x7C;$55.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;John Glass &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $40.00&#x7C;$37.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Dennis Geiger &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Sell &#x7C; $45.00&#x7C;$41.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Zachary Fadem &#x7C;Wells Fargo &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $52.00&#x7C;$45.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Brian Mullan &#x7C;Piper Sandler &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $51.00&#x7C;$47.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;David Tarantino &#x7C;Baird &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $57.00&#x7C;$52.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Bernstein &#x7C;Barclays &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Underweight &#x7C; $50.00&#x7C;$46.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Nick Setyan &#x7C;Wedbush &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $61.00&#x7C;$59.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jim Salera &#x7C;Stephens &amp; Co. &#x7C;Maintains &#x7C;Overweight &#x7C; $60.00&#x7C;$60.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Christine Cho &#x7C;Goldman Sachs &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $64.00&#x7C;$56.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Cheesecake Factory. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Cheesecake Factory compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Cheesecake Factory's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Cheesecake Factory's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Cheesecake Factory</h2>
Cheesecake Factory Inc owns and operates restaurants in the United States and Canada under brands that include The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, and a collection within the Fox Restaurants Concepts subsidiary. The company's international presence, in the Middle East and Mexico, is through licensing agreements with third parties. The company also has a bakery division that produces cheesecakes and other baked products for sale in its restaurants, international licensees, and third-party bakery customers. The company has four operating business segments: The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, North Italia, other FRC, and Flower Child. Majority of the company's revenue comes from The Cheesecake Factory restaurants segment.
<h3>Breaking Down Cheesecake Factory's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Cheesecake Factory's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 5.01%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Cheesecake Factory's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 4.47%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Cheesecake Factory's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 9.8%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Cheesecake Factory's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.38% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 4.3, Cheesecake Factory faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Expert Outlook: Cheesecake Factory Through The Eyes Of 11 Analysts

Baird analyst David Tarantino maintains Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $50 to $46.

Baird Maintains Neutral on Cheesecake Factory, Lowers Price Target to $46

In the preceding three months, 11 analysts have released ratings for Cheesecake Factory (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAKE#NASDAQ">CAKE</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $51.73, a high estimate of $64.00, and a low estimate of $40.00. This current average has increased by 6.55% from the previous average price target of $48.55. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742497253_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of Cheesecake Factory among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>John Ivankoe</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Glass</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dennis Geiger</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Zachary Fadem</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Mullan</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Tarantino</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Bernstein</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Christine Cho</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dennis Geiger</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$41.00</td>
<td>$36.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Cheesecake Factory. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Cheesecake Factory compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Cheesecake Factory's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Cheesecake Factory's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Cheesecake Factory</h2>
Cheesecake Factory Inc owns and operates restaurants in the United States and Canada under brands that include The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, and a collection within the Fox Restaurants Concepts subsidiary. The company's international presence, in the Middle East and Mexico, is through licensing agreements with third parties. The company also has a bakery division that produces cheesecakes and other baked products for sale in its restaurants, international licensees, and third-party bakery customers. The company has four operating business segments: The Cheesecake Factory restaurants, North Italia, other FRC, and Flower Child. Majority of the company's revenue comes from The Cheesecake Factory restaurants segment.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Cheesecake Factory's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Cheesecake Factory's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 5.01%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Cheesecake Factory's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 4.47%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Cheesecake Factory's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 9.8%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.38%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 4.3, Cheesecake Factory faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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