Sweetgreen, Inc.
SGConsumer CyclicalNASDAQRestaurants · Last scanned Jul 17, 2026
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Daily timeframeSweetgreen, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates fast food restaurants serving healthy food and beverages in the United States. At a $739.1M market cap, Sweetgreen, Inc. ranks as a small-cap company within consumer cyclical. It accepts orders through its online and mobile ordering platforms, as well as sells gift cards that do not have an expiration date and can be redeemed.
Market Cap
$739.1M
Beta
2.17
P/E (TTM)
56.55
P/E (Fwd)
-11.17
EPS (TTM)
$0.11
EPS (Fwd)
$-0.56
ROE
3.6%
ROA
-9.2%
Cash
$156.8M
Total Debt
$356.1M
Free CF
-$80.3M
52W Change
-54.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, SG has $156.8M in cash with $356.1M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$80.3M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 3.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Revenue has grown from $470.1M (2022) to $679.5M (2025), reflecting a 45% increase over the period.
Sweetgreen, Inc.'s elevated beta suggests the stock experiences more pronounced price movements than the overall market, which increases both upside potential and downside risk. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing SG.