Wingstop Inc. (WING)

US — Consumer Cyclical Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol WING
  • Rev/Share 23.9948
  • Book/Share -24.5772
  • PB -13.8189
  • Debt/Equity -1.85
  • CurrentRatio 4.3701
  • ROIC 0.1907

 

  • MktCap 9483760194.0
  • FreeCF/Share 3.2048
  • PFCF 106.0207
  • PE 55.2713
  • Debt/Assets 1.7917
  • DivYield 0.0033
  • ROE -0.2718

 

  • Rating C
  • Score 2
  • Recommendation Sell
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 2
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade WING Raymond James Outperform Strong Buy -- $420 Aug. 15, 2025
Reiterated WING Bernstein -- Outperform $330 $400 July 31, 2025
Reiterated WING BMO Capital Markets -- Market Perform $275 $345 July 31, 2025
Reiterated WING Stephens -- Overweight $400 $425 July 31, 2025
Reiterated WING Barclays -- Overweight $410 $440 July 31, 2025
Reiterated WING Morgan Stanley -- Overweight $367 $405 July 31, 2025
Initiation WING Melius -- Hold -- $350 July 14, 2025
Initiation WING William Blair -- Outperform -- -- July 9, 2025
Reiterated WING BTIG Research -- Buy $350 $430 June 11, 2025
Upgrade WING Truist Hold Buy -- $400 May 27, 2025

News

Wingstop Reveals Next Drop: BOGO Chicken Tenders
WING
Published: August 18, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Double the tenders, double the flavor DALLAS , Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) is doubling down on flavor with the next Wingstop Drop – and this time, it is all about tenders. Starting today, August 18, through Sunday, August 24, fans can score Wingstop's newest menu innovation (and more of it) with Buy-One-Get-One free 4-piece tenders*.

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3 Restaurant Stocks That Will Outperform in Q3 and Q4
CMG, SBUX, WING
Published: August 15, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

There are headwinds for restaurant stocks, and they may increase as the year progresses, but companies like Chipotle Mexican Grill NYSE: CMG, Wingstop NASDAQ: WING, and Starbucks NASDAQ: SBUX are on track to outperform and increase their stock prices. Each has a unique catalyst to support shareholder value and is in a position to outperform its peers and the broader market.

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Wingstop Surprises Fans with Weekly "Wingstop Drops"
WING
Published: August 13, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Don't miss out on what Wingstop is dropping next DALLAS , Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From sneaker drops to surprise albums to pop up shops, drop culture runs on hype and heat. And now, Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) is getting in on the drop action, bringing that same anticipation and craveability to the world of flavor, launching Wingstop Drop – a series giving fans access to irresistible offers, flavors, merch collabs and limited-run releases that fans are craving.

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Wingstop Inc. (WING) is a Trending Stock
WING
Published: August 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks.com users have recently been watching Wingstop (WING) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

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Microsoft market cap tops $4 trillion, Wingstop CEO talks record quarter
MSFT, WING
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Yahoo Finance
Sentiment: Positive

Opening Bid anchor Brian Sozzi breaks down the latest market news for July 31, 2025. Microsoft stock surged after the company reported earnings that surpassed Wall Street expectations.

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Wingstop: Don't Ignore Increasing Same-Store Weakness
WING
Published: July 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

Wingstop Inc. reported Q2 results that sent the stock surging. Unit growth accelerated, and profitability came in at a strong level. The report still comes with a major negative consideration. Same-store sales have started to decline, raising long-term concern in Wingstop's growth story. The stock's valuation is too expensive. I estimate WING to have a 32% downside to $249.

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Wingstop Stock Surges on Earnings Beat and Expansion Plans
WING
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Positive

Chicken-wing chain Wingstop has opened more than 100 net new stores for the fourth consecutive quarter.

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Gold Gains 1%; Wingstop Shares Spike Higher
AAAU, BAR, DBP, DGL, GLD, GLDM, IAU, OUNZ, SGOL, UGL, WING
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive

U.S. stocks traded mixed toward the end of trading, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining around 0.5% on Wednesday.

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Wingstop Shares Soar on Robust Q2 Performance, Higher Growth Projections
WING
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of Wingstop (WING) surged more than 25% Wednesday after the chicken chain posted better-than-expected second-quarter results and raised its global unit growth outlook.

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Wingstop (WING) Q2 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates
WING
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Wingstop (WING) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

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Wingstop (WING) Q2 Earnings Surpass Estimates
WING
Published: July 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Wingstop (WING) came out with quarterly earnings of $1 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.88 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.93 per share a year ago.

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Wingstop Inc. Reports Fiscal Second Quarter Financial Results
WING
Published: July 30, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Record 129 Net New Openings in Second Quarter, 19.8% Net New Unit Growth DALLAS , July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop Inc. ("Wingstop" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: WING) today announced financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended June 28, 2025. Highlights for the fiscal second quarter 2025 compared to the fiscal second quarter 2024: System-wide sales increased 13.9% to $1.3 billion 129 net new openings in the fiscal second quarter 2025 Domestic restaurant AUV increased to $2.1 million Domestic same store sales decreased 1.9% Digital sales increased to 72.2% of system-wide sales Total revenue increased 12.0% to $174.3 million …

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Five Free Wings in Any Flavor - Wingstop Drops Deal for National Chicken Wing Day (& Teases Next Flavor)
WING
Published: July 29, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

DALLAS , July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) brings the flavor every day, but today, that flavor is free*. In celebration of the national holiday dedicated to chicken wings – what Wingstop calls Wingstop Wing Day – fans can score five free wings (classic or boneless) in any of the brand's 12 bold, craveable flavors.

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Wingstop (WING) Rises Higher Than Market: Key Facts
WING
Published: July 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

In the most recent trading session, Wingstop (WING) closed at $326.34, indicating a +2.73% shift from the previous trading day.

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Wingstop Drops Exclusive Meal with Massive Brand Fan and Basketball Icon, Paige Bueckers
WING
Published: July 14, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

#1 Draft Pick teams up with #1 Wings in the Nation* to debut Rookie Draft Class campaign DALLAS , July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) is pumped to announce its collaboration with one of the brand's biggest flavor fans and 2025's #1 basketball draft pick, Paige Bueckers. She is the first of Wingstop's star-studded Rookie Draft Class – a roster of rising sports stars who bring serious flavor to their games and their Wingstop orders – and now fans can order just as Paige does, with her exclusive meal.

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Will Wingstop (WING) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
WING
Published: July 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Wingstop (WING) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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3 Upgraded Stocks to Load Up on Before Earnings
DG, META, WING
Published: July 08, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

MarketBeat's screen for Most Upgraded Stocks is a never-ending source of good ideas. Stocks on the list today are receiving upgrades due to their results, turnaround efforts, and outlooks, which include growth, profits, and capital returns.

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Is It Worth Investing in Wingstop (WING) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?
WING
Published: July 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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Wingstop (WING) Stock Slides as Market Rises: Facts to Know Before You Trade
WING
Published: July 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Wingstop (WING) closed the most recent trading day at $326.29, moving 2.73% from the previous trading session.

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5 Mid-Cap Stocks to Buy on Solid Long-Term Earnings Growth Potential
DY, LYFT, PATH, SHAK, WING
Published: June 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Mid-cap stocks like PATH, LYFT, SHAK, WING and DY boast strong long-term EPS growth and rising earnings estimates.

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Restaurant Stocks Struggle: 3 Companies are Defying the Odds
CBRL, SHAK, WING
Published: June 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

CBRL, SHAK and WING are sizzling as the restaurant sector cools, with each posting double-digit gains and raising earnings estimates.

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Dutch Bros vs. Wingstop: Which Stock Has Stronger Growth Plan?
BROS, WING
Published: June 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WING surges on global expansion and digital innovation, while BROS targets disciplined growth with a lower valuation.

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Is Wingstop (WING) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
WING
Published: June 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

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WING's Earnings Estimates Trending Up: Is It Time to Buy the Stock?
WING
Published: June 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Wingstop Inc.'s WING earnings estimates for fiscal 2025 and 2026 have trended upward in the past 30 days by 0.5% to $3.90 per share and 0.8% to $5.03 per share, respectively. The estimated figures for fiscal 2025 and 2026 reflect 6.6% and 29% year-over-year growth, respectively.

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3 Stocks to Buy on Growing Restaurant Sales Amid Price Challenges
BJRI, CAVA, WING
Published: May 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

CAVA, BJRI and WING gain ground as restaurant sales jump and inflation cools, with all three stocks seeing rising earnings estimates.

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Brokers Suggest Investing in Wingstop (WING): Read This Before Placing a Bet
WING
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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Wingstop Stock Soars 49% in a Month: Stay Invested or Cash Out?
WING
Published: May 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WING benefits from impressive global expansion, operational innovation and consistent execution of its long-term strategy.

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3 Restaurant Stocks That Stand Tall Amid Industry Challenges
BJRI, CAVA, WING
Published: May 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Restaurant stocks like CAVA, WING and BJRI are likely to benefit from sales-building initiatives and digital initiatives.

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Wingstop Inc. (WING) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
WING
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to Wingstop (WING). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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Wall Street Bulls Look Optimistic About Wingstop (WING): Should You Buy?
WING
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

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About Wingstop Inc. (WING)

  • IPO Date 2015-06-12
  • Website https://www.wingstop.com
  • Industry Restaurants
  • CEO Michael J. Skipworth CPA
  • Employees 325

Wingstop Inc., together with its subsidiaries, franchises and operates restaurants under the Wingstop brand name. Its restaurants offer classic wings, boneless wings, and tenders that are cooked-to-order, and hand-sauced-and-tossed in various flavors. As of December 25, 2021, the company had 1,695 franchised restaurants and 36 company-owned restaurants in 44 states and 7 countries worldwide. Wingstop Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Addison, Texas.