Unprofitable companies face headwinds as they struggle to keep operating expenses under control. Some may be investing heavily, but the majority fail to convert spending into sustainable growth.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after a government report indicated a cooling in wholesale food inflation, a key cost for the industry.

Texas Roadhouse and Brinker International shares have rallied on easing beef costs, stronger comps, and improved margin trends, with Brinker also raising its fiscal 2027 guidance.

Sweetgreen's second quarter was marked by underperformance against Wall Street’s expectations, with both revenue and non-GAAP earnings coming in below consensus. The market reacted negatively, reflecting investor concern over the effectiveness of recent strategic initiatives and ongoing headwinds in traffic and same-store sales. Management acknowledged these challenges, with CEO Jonathan Neman stating, “Our results are not where they need to be,” citing operational hurdles and the impact of indu

Over the last few years, tinned fish has gone from being a last-resort pantry staple to a buzzy culinary trend. Once the purview of survivalists and the budget-conscious shopper, dozens of premium brands have popped up aimed at younger generations and the chronically online. Now, Sweetgreen wants ...

Cyclospora outbreak and weak same-store sales pressured margins as automation efforts ramp.

CMG's Q2 traffic gains and low-single-digit 2026 comp outlook signal recovery, but softer Q3 trends could test its momentum.

Sweetgreen Inc. CEO Jonathan Neman says the cyclospora outbreak had an impact on the business but the US FDA now says it's safe to eat iceberg lettuce again. He says Sweetgreen's supply chain isn't affected by the cyclospora outbreak and its restaurants don't serve that kind of lettuce. Neman speaks to Bloomberg's Romaine Bostick.

The chain is in the process of bringing on a new CMO. Previous marketing exec Andrew Rebhun joined Panera as CMO last week.

The US restaurant industry is dealing with the aftermath of the largest cyclosporiasis outbreak on record, caused mostly by shredded iceberg lettuce provided by Taylor Farms de Mexico. Since Taylor Farms is privately held, the market’s punishment has fallen almost exclusively on its restaurant customers, and, in a pattern similar to previous food-safety concerns, on […]

Casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2026 as sales rose 3.8% year on year to $192.7 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.15 per share was 24.7% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

Sweetgreen’s new wraps were supposed to help bring customers back to the fast casual. After a difficult first quarter, the chain introduced the lower-priced handheld option as a way to improve value perception, appeal to younger diners, and create another reason to visit more often. That strategy showed some early promise in the second quarter. Wraps did not perform as well systemwide as […]

It’s any restaurant chain’s nightmare—instead of making a run for the border, diners make one for the toilet. The latest food scare casualties are Taco Bell owner Yum Brands and salad chain Sweetgreen hit by cyclosporiasis. Neither is responsible for the outbreak, and Sweetgreen’s customers haven’t even been sickened, but that doesn’t matter.

Three weeks after a Cabinet secretary declared a parasite outbreak under control, a national salad chain collapsed into bankruptcy and a healthy food brand that never even stocked the recalled lettuce watched its stock crater 35 percent.

Shake Shack (NYSE:SHAK) reported second-quarter 2026 revenue growth of 17.2% as new restaurant openings, positive comparable sales and licensing gains offset pressure from elevated beef, distribution and operating costs. Total revenue rose to $417.6 million, while company-operated Shack sales incre

Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG) reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $192.7 million, up approximately 4% from a year earlier, while comparable restaurant sales declined 6.2%. The company said transaction trends improved sequentially during the quarter, reaching roughly flat comparable transactions in June,

The fast-casual salad chain fell again on its latest earnings report.

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Sweetgreen (SG) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2026, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Sweetgreen (SG) quantified notable Q3 same-store sales impact through July from the Cyclospora outbr

JACK's Q3 results are likely to benefit from value offerings, premium menu innovation and digital initiatives, offset by beef inflation and restaurant closures.

EAT's Q4 results are likely to reflect Chili's traffic gains, value-led menu momentum and labor efficiencies, partly offset by commodity inflation.

The fast-casual salad chain continues to struggle.

The state, which has been at the center of the biggest cyclospora outbreak in the U.S., said this week that the number new cases of cyclosporiasis has fallen.

Weaker second-quarter sales and a Cyclospora-related health scare hit Sweetgreen demand and reduced guidance.

Sweetgreen (SG) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -69.23% and -0.05%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2026. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

The fast-casual salad chain was seeing success with its new wraps, particularly from younger consumers. The momentum dissipated when the cyclospora outbreak hit.

↗️ Sweetgreen (SG): Shares of the fast-casual salad chain slumped 15%. The company said its second-quarter loss widened and it lowered its outlook as the cyclosporiasis outbreak weighs on demand. ↗️ Airbnb (ABNB): The short-term rental company raised its forecast for the year citing a ramp up in global demand as it uses artificial intelligence to improve its platform.

Sweetgreen stock plunged 15% in Thursday’s after-hours trading, even though the salad chain posted second-quarter results that showed signs that its turnaround was gaining traction. Sweetgreen shares already fell sharply when a food-borne illness outbreak was first publicized on July 14 involving certain types of lettuce, and lost 27% during the month. Sweetgreen’s same-store sales actually fell 6.2%, thanks to a 2% decrease in foot traffic and a 4.2% headwind in average ticket size due to heavier promotions and customers choosing lower-priced products.

Casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2026 as sales rose 3.8% year on year to $192.7 million. Its GAAP loss of $0.22 per share was 44% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

The company now expects same-store sales to drop between 7% and 8% due to lower demand from the multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak..

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CAVA heads into Q2 earnings with strong traffic, new restaurant growth and menu innovation in focus as investors watch for another earnings beat.

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QSR heads into Q2 earnings with Burger King and Tim Hortons in focus as investors watch value-driven sales, digital growth and international expansion.

Food safety scares and recalls have pressured restaurant and grocery stocks in 2026, raising concerns about costs, supply chains, and brand trust.

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Shares plunged 10% after reports tied a food-safety issue to produce at multiple locations, on Aug. 4, 2026.

Commerce.com heads into Q2 with AI shopping, payments and enterprise gains in focus, even as guidance signals softer sequential revenues and profit.

WEN heads into Q2 earnings with Project Fresh, digital initiatives and menu upgrades in focus as investors watch for traffic and margin trends.

Cava (CAVA) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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The cyclospora outbreak sent the stock tumbling.

Sweetgreen has been a broken stock for several quarters now. Is a turnaround finally here?

Sweetgreen (NASDAQ: SG) and Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) are the primary publicly traded companies bearing the market’s fear, with Sweetgreen facing existential questions about consumer perception and Yum managing confirmed sales damage at Taco Bell.

SHAK heads into Q2 with menu-driven sales momentum, digital growth and new openings, while beef inflation pressures earnings.

BROS' Q2 results are likely to reflect transaction growth, food expansion and digital engagement, offset by higher coffee and occupancy costs.

EXPE heads into Q2 earnings after strong Q1 momentum, with investors watching if B2B growth, lodging demand and AI initiatives can sustain guidance.

DIS heads into Q3 fiscal 2026 earnings with streaming gains, sports headwinds and macro caution. Should investors buy now or wait for results?

NWSA's fiscal Q4 results are expected to benefit from strength in Dow Jones and digital businesses despite macro headwinds.

eBay gears up for Q2 2026 results with steady growth expectations, supported by AI tools, recommerce, advertising and focused categories despite international headwinds.