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Noodles & Co. (NDLS)
NASDAQ:NDLS
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 06, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.06Last Year’s EPS
-0.05Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 07, 2025
|% Change Since: -15.84%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 06, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call highlighted strong sales growth and successful brand and menu transformations, which are positive signs for the company's future. However, increased costs, lower margins, and rising net losses pose significant challenges. The sentiment is balanced by successful strategic initiatives and financial management improvements.Company Guidance
During Noodles & Company's Q1 2025 earnings call, the company provided optimistic guidance for the year, emphasizing their strategic priorities and financial performance. The company's total revenue increased by 2% to $123.8 million, while system-wide comp restaurant sales saw a 4.4% increase. Key metrics included a traffic increase of 1.8% and a check increase of 2.9%, driving a 4.7% same-store sales increase in company-owned restaurants. The company is projecting total 2025 revenue between $503 million and $512 million with mid-single-digit comp-restaurant sales growth. Restaurant contribution margin is expected to range between 12% and 14%, and capital expenditures are forecasted at $11 million to $13 million. Despite a Q1 net loss of $9.1 million, the company anticipates free cash flow positivity in the second half of the year, supported by strategic cost savings and a reduction in capital spending. This comes amid a comprehensive menu transformation and increased marketing efforts, which have bolstered brand awareness and sales momentum, setting a strong foundation for what the company views as a transformational 2025.Positive Same-Store Sales Growth
The company achieved a 4.7% increase in same-store sales for company-owned restaurants and a 4.4% increase system-wide. This growth continued in April with approximately 5% increase in same-store sales since the mid-March menu rollout.
Successful Menu Transformation
Noodles & Company introduced five new dishes and four reimagined recipes, resulting in nearly two-thirds of the menu being new or improved. The new mac and cheese dishes significantly exceeded expectations.
Increase in Brand Awareness and Loyalty
The new brand positioning and marketing strategies led to double-digit increases in brand awareness, brand search traffic, and app sessions. Loyalty signups and transactions also showed significant growth.
Improved Financial Foundation and Cost Management
The company reported significant progress in reducing capital expenditures and optimizing costs, with over $5 million in savings targeted for both 2024 and 2025.
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NDLS 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.
Beat
Missed
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NDLS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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May 07, 2025 | $1.01 | $0.85 | -15.84% |
Mar 06, 2025 | $1.24 | $1.42 | +14.52% |
Nov 06, 2024 | $1.20 | $1.01 | -15.83% |
Aug 07, 2024 | $1.46 | $1.39 | -4.79% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Noodles & Co. (NDLS) report earnings?
Noodles & Co. (NDLS) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 06, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Noodles & Co. (NDLS) earnings time?
Noodles & Co. (NDLS) earnings time is at Aug 06, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is NDLS EPS forecast?
NDLS EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is -0.06.
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