Denny’s Delays Quarterly Report Amid Merger Plans

Denny’s ( (DENN) ) has released a notification of late filing.

Denny’s Corporation has announced a delay in filing its Form 10-Q (Quarter Report) for the financial period ending September 24, 2025. The delay is primarily due to the company’s recent engagement in a Proposed Merger with Sparkle Topco Corp. and Sparkle Acquisition Corp., which has necessitated additional time for gathering and reviewing financial information. Denny’s anticipates filing the report within five calendar days following the original due date. The company has reported an increase in company restaurant sales and a decrease in franchise and license revenue, with notable changes in operating and net income compared to the previous year. Forward-looking statements have been included, highlighting potential risks and uncertainties. The notification was signed by Robert P. Verostek, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, indicating ongoing compliance efforts.

The most recent analyst rating on (DENN) stock is a Hold with a $6.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Denny’s stock, see the DENN Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on DENN Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, DENN is a Neutral.

Denny’s overall stock score is primarily impacted by its financial performance, which shows significant leverage and cash flow challenges. Technical analysis indicates bearish trends, adding to the cautious outlook. While valuation is reasonable, the lack of a dividend yield and mixed earnings call sentiment further weigh on the score.

To see Spark’s full report on DENN stock, click here.

More about Denny’s

Average Trading Volume: 846,944

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell

Current Market Cap: $211.7M

For an in-depth examination of DENN stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.