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El Pollo LoCo (LOCO)
NASDAQ:LOCO
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 31, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.24Last Year’s EPS
0.26Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 01, 2025
|% Change Since: -3.18%
|Next Earnings Date:Jul 31, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed outlook. Positive developments such as revenue growth, successful menu innovation, and new restaurant openings were offset by challenges like decreased comparable store sales and increased labor costs. Despite the company's efforts to drive growth through innovation and expansion, economic pressures and operational challenges pose significant hurdles.Company Guidance
During the El Pollo Loco First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call, guidance for the fiscal year 2025 was provided, highlighting several key metrics and strategic initiatives. The company expects full-year restaurant contribution margins to range between 17.25% and 17.75%, despite a lower-than-expected first quarter margin of 16%. They plan to open 10 to 11 new system-wide restaurants, with the majority being franchise locations, and remodel 60 to 70 restaurants. Capital expenditures are anticipated to be between $30 million and $34 million, while general and administrative expenses are projected to be in the range of $48 million to $51 million. The effective income tax rate is expected to be between 29% and 29.5%. Menu innovation, including the launch of Mango Habanero chicken and upcoming products like fresco wraps and quesadillas, is central to their growth strategy. They are responding to headwinds such as consumer pullback and weather impacts, with plans to enhance operational efficiencies and address service quality issues. The company remains optimistic about long-term growth, driven by brand relaunch initiatives and menu innovations.Revenue Growth
Total revenue for Q1 2025 was $119.2 million, compared to $116.2 million in Q1 2024, marking a 2.6% increase.
Menu Innovation Success
The launch of Mango Habanero fire-grilled chicken drove trial among new guests and showcased the potential for flavor and menu innovation.
Franchise Revenue Increase
Franchise revenue increased 16.2% to $13.2 million during the first quarter.
New Restaurant Openings
Two new restaurants were opened in Q1, with plans for at least 10 openings in 2025 and further acceleration in 2026.
Successful Distribution Transition
Seamless transition to a new distribution partner, PFG, supporting improved business models and future growth.
LOCO Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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LOCO Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 01, 2025 | $9.43 | $9.08 | -3.71% |
Mar 06, 2025 | $10.63 | $10.62 | -0.09% |
Oct 31, 2024 | $12.22 | $11.96 | -2.13% |
Aug 01, 2024 | $11.88 | $11.96 | +0.67% |
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FAQ
When does El Pollo LoCo (LOCO) report earnings?
El Pollo LoCo (LOCO) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is El Pollo LoCo (LOCO) earnings time?
El Pollo LoCo (LOCO) earnings time is at Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is LOCO EPS forecast?
LOCO EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 0.24.