FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 5,911,766.74 shares of CAVA GROUP INC common stock, representing 5.1% of the class as of 03/31/2026. The filing is a Schedule 13G disclosing passive institutional holdings and notes that the shares are owned on behalf of multiple persons per Item 6. The filing references Exhibit 99 and a Power of Attorney authorizing the signature.
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FMR LLC holds a 5.1% passive stake in CAVA as reported on Schedule 13G.
Schedule 13G filings indicate institutional investors reporting passive ownership above reporting thresholds. The reported 5,911,766.74 shares and 5.1% figure provide a clear snapshot of FMR LLC's visible economic interest as of 03/31/2026.
Ownership is reported as held on behalf of others under Item 6; subsequent disclosures or Form 13D would be required if the position became active. Future filings may show changes in percentage or reporting status.
The cover data lists CUSIP 148929102, issuer address, and the reporting person's address. The signature block cites a power of attorney and Exhibit 99 for a (13d-1(k)) agreement, which is standard when multiple advisors or subsidiaries are involved.
Legal watchers should note the passive classification; any shift toward influence would legally require an amended filing or different form.
Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:5,911,766.74 sharesPercent of class:5.1%CUSIP:148929102+2 more
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Shares beneficially owned5,911,766.74 sharesReported as beneficial ownership by FMR LLC as of 03/31/2026
Percent of class5.1%Percent of common stock of CAVA GROUP INC reported on Schedule 13G
CUSIP148929102Identifier for CAVA GROUP INC common stock on the filing cover page
Reporting period03/31/2026Date to which the ownership figures apply
Signature date05/05/2026Date the filing was signed by authorized representative
Key Terms
Schedule 13G, Beneficial ownership, Power of Attorney, 13d-1(k)(1) agreement
4 terms
Schedule 13Gregulatory
"disclosing passive institutional holdings and shows Item 1 name of issuer"
A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.
Beneficial ownershipfinancial
"Amount beneficially owned: 5911766.74 and Percent of class: 5.1 %"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
Power of Attorneylegal
"Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of April 13, 2026"
A power of attorney is a legal document that allows one person to make decisions and act on behalf of another person, often in financial or legal matters. It’s like giving someone a trusted helper or agent the authority to handle important tasks if you are unable to do so yourself. This matters to investors because it can impact how their assets are managed or transferred if they become unable to oversee their affairs.
13d-1(k)(1) agreementregulatory
"Please see Exhibit 99 for 13d-1(k) (1) agreement"
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
CAVA GROUP INC
(Name of Issuer)
COMMON STOCK
(Title of Class of Securities)
148929102
(CUSIP Number)
03/31/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
148929102
1
Names of Reporting Persons
FMR LLC
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
5,453,599.86
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
5,911,766.74
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
5,911,766.74
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
5.1 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
HC
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
148929102
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Abigail P. Johnson
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
UNITED STATES
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
5,911,766.74
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
5,911,766.74
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
245 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02210
(c)
Citizenship:
Not applicable
(d)
Title of class of securities:
COMMON STOCK
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
148929102
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
5911766.74
(b)
Percent of class:
5.1 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
Please see the responses to Items 5 and 6 on the cover page.
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0.00
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
5911766.74
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0.00
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required.
One or more other persons are known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, the COMMON STOCK of CAVA GROUP INC. No one other person's interest in the COMMON STOCK of CAVA GROUP INC is more than five percent of the total outstanding COMMON STOCK.
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary.
See attached Exhibit 99.
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
FMR LLC
Signature:
Richard Bourgelas
Name/Title:
Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of April 13, 2026, by and on behalf of FMR LLC and its direct and indirect subsidiaries*
Date:
05/05/2026
Abigail P. Johnson
Signature:
Richard Bourgelas
Name/Title:
Duly authorized under Power of Attorney effective as of April 13, 2026, by and on behalf of Abigail P. Johnson*
Date:
05/05/2026
Comments accompanying signature: *This power of attorney is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 24 to the Schedule 13G filed by FMR LLC on April 29,2026, accession number: 0000315066-26-000738.
FMR LLC reports beneficial ownership of 5,911,766.74 shares, equal to 5.1% of CAVA's common stock as of 03/31/2026. This position is disclosed on a Schedule 13G as a passive institutional holding.
Does the Schedule 13G indicate FMR LLC will act on its CAVA holdings?
No. The filing is a Schedule 13G, which signals passive reporting rather than active control. The document does not state plans to influence management or seek control of CAVA.
Are these shares held for others or directly by FMR LLC?
Item 6 states the shares are held on behalf of other persons and notes that one or more other persons may have rights to dividends or sale proceeds; no single other person holds over 5% of the class.
What supporting exhibits are referenced in the filing?
The filing references Exhibit 99 for a 13d-1(k)(1) agreement and a Power of Attorney incorporated by reference. These exhibits document authorization and any subsidiary/classification details.
What is the filing date and the reporting date for this Schedule 13G?
The Schedule 13G lists the relevant ownership date as 03/31/2026. The signature block is dated and signed on 05/05/2026, reflecting when the filing was executed.
