Shake Shack reported strong fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, with total revenue reaching $328.7 million, a 14.8% increase year-over-year. The company achieved a net income of $9.3 million, or $0.22 per share, compared to $7.3 million, or $0.18 per share, in the same quarter of the previous year. Same-store sales grew by 4.3%, supported by a 4.5% menu price increase during the quarter. Adjusted EPS was $0.26, while adjusted EBITDA reached $46.7 million. Shake Shack also opened 28 new locations, bringing its global total to over 570. The company plans to open 85 new locations by 2025 and has outlined strategic priorities, including launching a kitchen innovation lab, enhancing loyalty experiences, and optimizing restaurant operations. For the first quarter of 2025, Shake Shack has guided total revenue of $326.5 million, assuming no major macroeconomic disruptions. The fast-casual chain aims to expand its footprint to 1,500 locations in the long term.