Cava Draws Chipotle Comparisons After Stellar Trading Debut (2)

Cava Group Inc.’s stock has surged since it started life as a listed company last month, and analysts generally agree further gains are on the way, with some comparing the fast-casual restaurant chain with another investor favorite: Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc.

Shares rose 11% in New York on Monday as the expiration of the customary quiet period brought a flurry of initiations from Wall Street, with most recommending investors buy Cava stock. All analysts tracked by Bloomberg set a price target exceeding Friday’s close of $39.62, with Baird the highest at $50.

The group has drawn comparisons with Chipotle, ...