Sweetgreen, Inc. Hits New 52-Week Low at $7.68 Amidst Market Challenges

Sweetgreen, Inc., a small-cap player in the leisure services industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 7.68 as of October 7, 2025. This significant decline marks a stark contrast to its 52-week high of USD 45.12, reflecting a challenging year for the company, with a staggering 76.2% drop in performance over the past year compared to a 17.2% gain in the S&P 500.
The company's financial metrics reveal a complex picture. Sweetgreen currently holds a market capitalization of USD 971 million, but it is operating at a loss, indicated by its negative price-to-earnings ratio. The debt-equity ratio stands at -0.30, suggesting a precarious financial position, while the return on equity is reported at -21.40%. Additionally, the company has not offered any dividends, and its price-to-book ratio is 2.29.

Recent trends indicate a rise in raw material costs by 33.74% year-over-year, contributing to the company's financial strain. Furthermore, promoter confidence appears to be waning, with a 4.54% reduction in their stake over the last quarter. This combination of factors has led to Sweetgreen's underperformance in both the short and long term.