Wingstop Inc., franchises and operates restaurants under the Wingstop brand. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
| Revenue (TTM) | $730.11M |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $360.49M |
| EBITDA | $234.00M |
| Operating Margin | 27.40% |
| Return on Equity | 0.00% |
| Return on Assets | 18.20% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $26.66 |
| Book Value | $-28.56 |
| Price-to-Book | — |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 6.14 |
| EV/Revenue | 7.74 |
| EV/EBITDA | 24.41 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | 4.90% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 5.30% |
| Shares Outstanding | $27.05M |
| Float | $25.34M |
| % Insiders | 0.73% |
| % Institutions | 123.62% |
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Wingstop is rated Buy, supported by robust long-term growth potential and a strong restaurant development pipeline. WING's valuation is well below historical averages, offering an attractive entry point as EPS is projected to grow over 20% in FY2027 and FY2028. Recent loyalty program and targeted marketing initiatives show early positive impact, expected to drive improved same-store sales and customer frequency.
Wingstop's third-quarter results were better than investors feared. Management sees a path to more than 10,000 stores.
Wingstop Inc. remains a Sell despite a recent rally and upbeat quarter, as underlying fundamentals have not materially improved. WING faces persistent negative same-store sales, declining AUVs, and a value proposition that struggles to drive routine traffic. Capital allocation is shifting, with selective franchise buyouts in higher-income markets, but buybacks and dividends still dominate.
Wingstop expects 2026 domestic same-store sales to decline 6.5% to 7.0%. New Club Wingstop members returned within 30 days at a rate 13 points higher than non-members.
Wingstop Inc. (WING) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Wingstop sees room for 1,000 restaurants in India as it pursues ambitious global expansion plans.
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