Shares of casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG)
jumped 4.2% in the afternoon session after the company announced its expansion into the Sacramento market with the launch of two new locations.
Sweetgreen, Inc. (NYSE: SG), the mission-driven restaurant brand connecting more people to real food, today announced that, effective on January 1, 2026, Nathaniel Ru will be retiring from his role as Chief Brand Officer. Ru spent 20 years building the company. Ru will continue to serve as a member of the Board of Directors.
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Restaurants increase convenience and give many people a place to unwind. But the side dish is that they’re quite difficult to operate because high inventory and labor costs generally lead to thin margins at the store level.
This leaves little room for error if demand dries up, and it seems like the market has some reservations as the industry has tumbled by 14% over the past six months. This performance is a noticeable divergence from the S&P 500’s 13.4% return.
Shares of casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG)
jumped 3.9% in the morning session after RBC Capital raised its price target on the stock, and the company launched a new value-focused promotional meal. The investment bank increased its price target to $8 from $7 while keeping an Outperform rating on the shares. This analyst action coincided with the company's introduction of the 'Tis the Seasoned Harvest Bowl with Blackened Chicken. The meal was offered nationwide for a limited time at a price of $10 for members of its loyalty program. This was seen as one of the chain's strongest value plays yet to attract customers.
Sweetgreen, the mission-driven restaurant brand known for its craveable salads, plates, and bowls, today announced the launch of its new ‘Tis the Seasoned $10 Harvest Bowl with Blackened Chicken. Available nationwide for a limited time beginning December 8, the bowl updates one of Sweetgreen’s most iconic dishes — the Harvest Bowl, which has sold more than 36 million to date — now with seasoned blackened chicken. At just $10, the bowl reflects Sweetgreen’s commitment to offering real, nourishing food at an affordable price point.
Shares of casual salad chain Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG)
jumped 5.1% in the afternoon session after the company announced its debut in Sacramento with the opening of two new restaurant locations. This expansion marked the company's entry into the Sacramento market and continued its nationwide growth. The first of the two restaurants opened its doors, with a second location planned to open later in the month. For a restaurant brand, entering new cities is a key part of growing the business and reaching more customers, which investors often viewed as a positive development for future sales.
Sweetgreen, the mission-driven restaurant brand connecting more people to real food, today announced its highly anticipated debut in Sacramento with two new openings this month. The brand’s first Sacramento restaurant will open in Midtown (1629 S Street, Sacramento, CA 95811) on Tuesday, December 2, followed by a second location at Fair Oaks + Howe (2080 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95825) in mid-December. The expansion marks Sweetgreen’s entry into the Sacramento market and continues its nationwide growth.
Sweetgreen today released the latest installment of its Faces of the Farm original content series, celebrating the farmers behind its fresh, real ingredients. The new video spotlights Freitas Brothers Farms, a fourth-generation coastal farm renowned for its high-quality vegetables, particularly its standout cauliflower.
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Earnings results often indicate what direction a company will take in the months ahead. With Q3 behind us, let’s have a look at Shake Shack (NYSE:SHAK) and its peers.
Sweetgreen, the mission-driven restaurant brand known for its craveable salads, plates, and bowls, today unveiled its first-ever 106g protein entrée — the Power Max Protein Bowl — alongside two new Caramelized Garlic Steak dishes, further expanding its lineup of high-protein meals. Available nationwide starting November 18, the new innovation underscores Sweetgreen’s continued commitment to flavor-forward, high-quality proteins and culinary-led innovation. On the heels of introducing its macronutrient tracking tool across digital platforms, Sweetgreen now offers 12 chef-crafted entrées featuring more than 30 grams of protein, with the Power Max Bowl topping the list at a record-breaking 106 grams.
As the Q3 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the modern fast food industry, including Sweetgreen (NYSE:SG) and its peers.
Washington D.C. – November 14, 2025 – Recent hawkish pronouncements from Federal Reserve officials have sent shockwaves through the financial markets, particularly impacting precious metals. Gold and silver prices experienced a significant downturn on Friday, November 14, 2025, as investors recalibrated their expectations for a December interest rate cut. This shift
Sweetgreen’s third quarter results were met with a significant negative market reaction, as the company’s revenue and profit fell short of Wall Street expectations. Management attributed the performance to soft sales trends in key Northeast and Los Angeles markets and lighter spending among younger guests, especially those aged 25 to 35. CEO Jonathan Neman noted, “Performance was impacted by softer sales trends in our Northeast and Los Angeles markets, which together represent about 60% of our comp base.” The leadership team acknowledged that operational execution and guest engagement remain areas needing improvement as the company navigates a challenging consumer environment.
