Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for CAKE?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for CAKE is "Sell" based on 4 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for CAKE?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for CAKE is $56.75, representing a downside of 9.3% from the current price of $62.56.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Jan 20, 2026	John Glass	Morgan Stanley	Maintains	Sell	$49.00 → $50.00 +1.00 (2.0%)
Jan 7, 2026	Jeffrey Bernstein	Barclays	Maintains	Sell	$48.00 → $51.00 +3.00 (6.3%)
Dec 17, 2025	Lynne Collier	Freedom Capital	Initiates	Hold	$56.00
Dec 15, 2025	Andy Barish	Jefferies	Maintains	Buy	$70.00

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (CAKE) Stock Analyst Forecast

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