The Cheesecake Factory: Upside Is Not Attractive Despite Positive Fundamental Momentum

  • I give a hold rating for The Cheesecake Factory as the stock is already trading above its historical valuation range. Despite strong 1Q25 performance, including 4% revenue growth and margin expansion, the near-term upside appears limited without significant growth or earnings revisions. CAKE's growth is driven by new store openings and the successful Cheesecake Rewards program, but the market has likely priced in these positives.