The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated
CAKEConsumer CyclicalNASDAQRestaurants · Last scanned Oct 27, 2026
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer cyclical sector, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated focuses on Restaurants services and products. The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated operates and licenses restaurants in the United States and Canada. The company carries a $5.48B market cap, placing it firmly in the mid-cap category. It operates bakeries that produce cheesecakes and other baked products for its restaurants, international licensees, third-party bakery customers, external foodservice operators, retailers, and distributors.
Market Cap
$5.48B
Beta
1.04
P/E (TTM)
29.37
P/E (Fwd)
21.16
EPS (TTM)
$3.75
EPS (Fwd)
$5.20
ROE
38.8%
ROA
4.7%
Cash
$195.2M
Total Debt
$2.08B
Free CF
$166.7M
52W Change
97.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CAKE stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, CAKE finished 40.57% above its 150-day moving average ($82.65) and 51.06% above its 200-day moving average ($76.91). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CAKE overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, CAKE's RSI(14) was 70.2, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $195.2M in cash, though total debt stands at $2.08B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company generates $166.7M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 38.8%, which is exceptionally high for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.7% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $3.30B to $3.75B.
The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing CAKE.