Freedom Capital Markets has initiated coverage on Shake Shack Inc (SHAK) with a Buy rating, reflecting the firm's assessment of the company's growth potential and market position. This marks the first rating for Shake Shack from Freedom Capital Markets, which bases its evaluations on extensive research into the business and industry dynamics.
Headquartered in New York City, Shake Shack operates and licenses restaurants that serve a variety of classic American foods, including burgers, hot dogs, and shakes. The company has established a strong presence with approximately 570 locations worldwide, including over 370 in the United States and more than 200 internationally across cities such as London, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
As of December 16, 2025, Shake Shack’s stock is priced at $83.25, and the company boasts a market capitalization of $3.7 billion. The firm reported a trailing twelve months (TTM) price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 87.28 and an earnings per share (EPS) of 1.01. Upcoming earnings are scheduled for July 29, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.53 and revenue of $420.5 million.
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