Key Points Dutch Bros is down 47% from its June highs and off by more than 50% from its early 2025 peak. The chain is still growing, recently posting its strongest quarterly growth since late 2024. The company is less than 18% of the way to the 7,000 stores it ultimately expects to open. 10 stocks we like better than Dutch Bros › The blueprint for investing success when it comes to quick-service concepts early in their expansion cycles is pretty clear. If you buy into a chain that is growing at a healthy clip -- with strong comps stacking on top of new openings -- you should generally do OK. A lack of profitability isn't ideal, but it's understandable when a trendy eatery or beverage shop is focused on ramping up its presence across the country.
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