El Pollo Loco Holdings Bolsa (NASDAQ: LOCO)

El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:LOCO) Bolsa

El Pollo Loco Holdings

El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc operates and franchises hundreds of fast-casual chicken restaurants in the United States. Restaurant locations are typically free-standing and include drive-thrus, and menus include many low-priced options. Poultry is the company's largest food cost, accounting for roughly 38% of total food and paper cost, and the company manages that commodity price risk by using multiple suppliers and entering supply contracts of varying lengths depending on market conditions.

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El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc

2025 Outlook
The Company is providing the following expectations for the remainder of 2025:
<ul>
<li>The opening of ten to eleven system-wide restaurants including nine to ten franchised restaurants and up to one company-operated restaurant.</li>
<li>Capital spending between $30.0 – $34.0 million.</li>
<li>G&amp;A expense between $48.0 and $51.0 million.</li>
<li>Estimated effective income tax rate of 29.0 – 29.5% before discrete items. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>

News

Guidance

El Pollo Loco Says In FY25, Sees The Opening Of 10 To 11 System-Wide Restaurants Including Nine To Ten Franchised Restaurants And Up To 1 Company-Operated Restaurant; Capital Spending Between $30M–$34M; G&A Expense Between $48M-$51M; Estimated Effective Income Tax Rate Of 29%–29.5% Before Discrete Items

El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.19 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.20 by 5 percent. This is a 13.64 percent decrease over earnings of $0.22 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $119.18 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $118.18 million by 0.85 percent. This is a 2.60 percent increase over sales of $116.15 million the same period last year.

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El Pollo Loco Holdings Q1 Adj. EPS $0.19 Misses $0.20 Estimate, Sales $119.18M Beat $118.18M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For May 1, 2025

El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-05-01. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect El Pollo Loco Holdings to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.21.
The market awaits El Pollo Loco Holdings's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.06, which was followed by a 0.09% drop in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at El Pollo Loco Holdings's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
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</thead>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>0.17</td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.14</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.20</td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.22</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-0.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>16.0%</td>
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</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1746046915_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>El Pollo Loco Holdings Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of El Pollo Loco Holdings were trading at $9.37 as of April 29. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 8.72%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Insights Shared by Analysts on El Pollo Loco Holdings</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding El Pollo Loco Holdings.
El Pollo Loco Holdings has received a total of 1 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Buy. With an average one-year price target of $18.0, the consensus suggests a potential 92.1% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Comparison</h3>
In this comparison, we explore the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Potbelly, One Group Hospitality and GEN Restaurant Gr, three prominent industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Potbelly, with an average 1-year price target of $16.0, suggesting a potential 70.76% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for One Group Hospitality, with an average 1-year price target of $4.25, suggesting a potential 54.64% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for GEN Restaurant Gr, with an average 1-year price target of $11.0, suggesting a potential 17.4% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Overview of Peer Analysis</h3>
The peer analysis summary presents essential metrics for Potbelly, One Group Hospitality and GEN Restaurant Gr, unveiling their respective standings within the industry and providing valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>El Pollo Loco Holdings</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>1.81%</td>
<td>$24.31M</td>
<td>2.31%</td>
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<td>Potbelly</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-7.25%</td>
<td>$38.97M</td>
<td>8.29%</td>
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<td>One Group Hospitality</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>146.71%</td>
<td>$44.22M</td>
<td>-10.98%</td>
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<td>GEN Restaurant Gr</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>21.16%</td>
<td>$5.08M</td>
<td>-1.66%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
El Pollo Loco Holdings ranks at the top for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit among its peers. It is in the middle for Consensus rating and at the bottom for Return on Equity.
<h3>Get to Know El Pollo Loco Holdings Better</h3>
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc operates and franchises hundreds of fast-casual chicken restaurants in the United States. Restaurant locations are typically free-standing and include drive-thrus, and menus include many low-priced options. Poultry is the company's largest food cost, accounting for roughly 38% of total food and paper cost, and the company manages that commodity price risk by using multiple suppliers and entering supply contracts of varying lengths depending on market conditions.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of El Pollo Loco Holdings</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: El Pollo Loco Holdings's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 1.81%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 5.21%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): El Pollo Loco Holdings's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.31% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.01%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 1.01, El Pollo Loco Holdings adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LOCO/earnings">To track all earnings releases for El Pollo Loco Holdings visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Look Ahead: El Pollo Loco Holdings's Earnings Forecast

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<li>El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) shares increased by 14.22% to $10.6. The company's market cap stands at $315.6 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Children's Place (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLCE#NASDAQ">PLCE</a>) stock rose 13.9% to $7.2 during Monday's after-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $92.0 million. </li>
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Craig-Hallum analyst Jeremy Hamblin initiates coverage on El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $18.

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Craig-Hallum Initiates Coverage On El Pollo Loco Holdings with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $18

Benchmark analyst Todd Brooks reiterates El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) from Hold to Hold.

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Benchmark Reiterates Hold on El Pollo Loco Holdingsto Hold

El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.20 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.14 by 42.86 percent. This is a 25 percent increase over earnings of $0.16 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $114.28 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $113.19 million by 0.97 percent. This is a 1.81 percent increase over sales of $112.25 million the same period last year.

El Pollo Loco Holdings Q4 2024 Adj EPS $0.20 Beats $0.14 Estimate, Sales $114.28M Beat $113.19M Estimate

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• Samsara (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IOT#NYSE">IOT</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.07 per share on revenue of $335.35 million. 
• Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXRX#NASDAQ">LXRX</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.12 per share on revenue of $6.48 million. 
• DXP Enterprises (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXPE#NASDAQ">DXPE</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.86 per share on revenue of $431.00 million. 
• Reliance Global Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RELI#NASDAQ">RELI</a>) is projected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Cherry Hill Mortgage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHMI#NYSE">CHMI</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.19 per share on revenue of $2.37 million. 
• Research Frontiers (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/REFR#NASDAQ">REFR</a>) is expected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Silvercrest Asset Mgmt Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAMG#NASDAQ">SAMG</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.30 per share on revenue of $31.97 million. 
• Xtant Medical Hldgs (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTNT#AMEX">XTNT</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.02 per share on revenue of $31.80 million. 
• Cango (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CANG#NYSE">CANG</a>) is likely to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• ModivCare (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MODV#NASDAQ">MODV</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.69 per share on revenue of $717.27 million. 
• Comstock (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LODE#AMEX">LODE</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.20 per share on revenue of $700 thousand. 
• Marchex (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCHX#NASDAQ">MCHX</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.02 per share on revenue of $12.01 million. 
• GEN Restaurant Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GENK#NASDAQ">GENK</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.03 per share on revenue of $49.77 million. 
• CytomX Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTMX#NASDAQ">CTMX</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.13 per share on revenue of $13.53 million. 
• Atea Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVIR#NASDAQ">AVIR</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• National CineMedia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCMI#NASDAQ">NCMI</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.31 per share on revenue of $83.72 million. 
• Fidus Investment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDUS#NASDAQ">FDUS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $36.66 million. 
• Molecular Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MOLN#NASDAQ">MOLN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $1.61 per share on revenue of $5.00 million. 
• IDT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IDT#NYSE">IDT</a>) is expected to report earnings for its second quarter. 
• Smith &amp; Wesson Brands (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWBI#NASDAQ">SWBI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.02 per share on revenue of $119.46 million. 
• Arcturus Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARCT#NASDAQ">ARCT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.51 per share on revenue of $45.92 million. 
• Serve Robotics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SERV#NASDAQ">SERV</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.13 per share on revenue of $254 thousand. 
• Clarus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLAR#NASDAQ">CLAR</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.09 per share on revenue of $69.03 million. 
• Guidewire Software (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GWRE#NYSE">GWRE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.52 per share on revenue of $285.83 million. 
• Elutia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELUT#NASDAQ">ELUT</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.25 per share on revenue of $6.40 million. 
• MeridianLink (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MLNK#NYSE">MLNK</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.08 per share on revenue of $78.53 million. 
• Asure Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASUR#NASDAQ">ASUR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.17 per share on revenue of $30.82 million. 
• BigBear.ai Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBAI#NYSE">BBAI</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.05 per share on revenue of $54.17 million. 
• Traeger (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COOK#NYSE">COOK</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.01 per share on revenue of $164.62 million. 
• Domo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOMO#NASDAQ">DOMO</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.16 per share on revenue of $78.00 million. 
• AerSale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASLE#NASDAQ">ASLE</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.08 per share on revenue of $91.78 million. 
• Guild Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GHLD#NYSE">GHLD</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.37 per share on revenue of $272.74 million. 
• Hudson Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HDSN#NASDAQ">HDSN</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.02 per share on revenue of $37.96 million. 
• a.k.a. Brands Holding (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AKA#NYSE">AKA</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.23 per share on revenue of $154.49 million. 
• American Outdoor Brands (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AOUT#NASDAQ">AOUT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.10 per share on revenue of $56.78 million. 
• Funko (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FNKO#NASDAQ">FNKO</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.00 per share on revenue of $285.79 million. 
• Gevo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEVO#NASDAQ">GEVO</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.07 per share on revenue of $3.95 million. 
• American Public Education (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APEI#NASDAQ">APEI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.62 per share on revenue of $161.78 million. 
• El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.14 per share on revenue of $115.83 million. 
• Noodles (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDLS#NASDAQ">NDLS</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.14 per share on revenue of $121.36 million. 
• Potbelly (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBPB#NASDAQ">PBPB</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.05 per share on revenue of $115.23 million. 
• Loma Negra Cia Industria (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOMA#NYSE">LOMA</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.10 per share on revenue of $221.13 million. 
• Granite Ridge Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRNT#NYSE">GRNT</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.13 per share on revenue of $104.93 million. 
• Invesco Dorsey Wright Industrials Momentum ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRN#NASDAQ">PRN</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.47 per share on revenue of $5.92 million. 
• Profound Medical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PROF#NASDAQ">PROF</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.34 per share on revenue of $5.92 million. 
• Gap (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GAP#NYSE">GAP</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.38 per share on revenue of $4.07 billion. 
• Hewlett Packard (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPE#NYSE">HPE</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.50 per share on revenue of $7.82 billion. 
• HASHICORP INC CL A (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCP#NASDAQ">HCP</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.08 per share on revenue of $175.71 million. 
• ACCESS Newswire (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACCS#AMEX">ACCS</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.23 per share on revenue of $7.38 million. 
• Information Servs Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/III#NASDAQ">III</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.05 per share on revenue of $57.62 million. 
• Full House Resorts (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLL#NASDAQ">FLL</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.19 per share on revenue of $75.78 million. 
• Willdan Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLDN#NASDAQ">WLDN</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.57 per share on revenue of $145.00 million. 
• Broadcom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.47 per share on revenue of $14.62 billion. 
• Ero Copper (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERO#NYSE">ERO</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Velocity Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VEL#NYSE">VEL</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.48 per share on revenue of $42.70 million. 
• Cooper Companies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COO#NASDAQ">COO</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.92 per share on revenue of $980.87 million. 
• Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $4.01 per share on revenue of $62.61 billion. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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<li>Phoenix Motor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEV#NASDAQ">PEV</a>) stock rose 11.3% to $0.51 during Thursday's after-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $18.8 million. </li>
<li>Amazon.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) stock increased by 5.31% to $196.31. The company's market cap stands at $2.0 trillion. The company's, Q3 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>Fly-E Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLYE#NASDAQ">FLYE</a>) stock moved upwards by 5.16% to $0.71. The company's market cap stands at $17.4 million. </li>
<li>Newegg Commerce (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEGG#NASDAQ">NEGG</a>) shares rose 4.99% to $0.64. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $244.1 million. </li>
<li>Golden Entertainment (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GDEN#NASDAQ">GDEN</a>) shares moved upwards by 4.98% to $30.84. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $873.2 million. </li>
<li>Bowlero (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOWL#NYSE">BOWL</a>) stock rose 4.91% to $10.88. The company's market cap stands at $1.6 billion. </li>
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<li>Visionary Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GV#NASDAQ">GV</a>) stock declined by 17.8% to $1.02 during Thursday's after-market session. The company's market cap stands at $3.8 million. </li>
<li>Fox Factory Hldg (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXF#NASDAQ">FOXF</a>) shares fell 13.31% to $31.2. The company's market cap stands at $1.3 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>Alta Global Group (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMA#AMEX">MMA</a>) shares declined by 11.26% to $2.14. The company's market cap stands at $22.4 million. </li>
<li>BJ's Restaurants (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BJRI#NASDAQ">BJRI</a>) stock decreased by 9.68% to $33.5. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $775.6 million. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) shares decreased by 5.41% to $11.56. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $341.7 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out today. </li>
<li>CarParts.com (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRTS#NASDAQ">PRTS</a>) stock declined by 5.38% to $0.79. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $41.5 million. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out 2 days ago. 
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El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.21 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.17 by 23.53 percent. This is a 10.53 percent increase over earnings of $0.19 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $120.39 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $121.03 million by 0.52 percent. This is a 0 percent decrease over sales of $120.40 million the same period last year.

El Pollo Loco Holdings Q3 Adj $0.21 Beats $0.17 Estimate, Sales $120.39M Miss $121.03M Estimate

El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2024-10-31. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect El Pollo Loco Holdings to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.17.
Investors in El Pollo Loco Holdings are eagerly awaiting the company's announcement, hoping for news of surpassing estimates and positive guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that stock prices can be heavily influenced by future projections rather than just past performance.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.05, leading to a 0.67% increase in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at El Pollo Loco Holdings's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.14</td>
<td>0.16</td>
<td>0.19</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.22</td>
<td>0.16</td>
<td>0.19</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>16.0%</td>
<td>-4.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
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<h3>Analyst Observations about El Pollo Loco Holdings</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on El Pollo Loco Holdings.
A total of 1 analyst ratings have been received for El Pollo Loco Holdings, with the consensus rating being Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $13.0, suggesting a potential 2.36% upside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Peers</h3>
In this analysis, we delve into the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Serve Robotics, Potbelly and One Group Hospitality, three key industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Serve Robotics, with an average 1-year price target of $14.67, suggesting a potential 15.51% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Potbelly, with an average 1-year price target of $16.0, suggesting a potential 25.98% upside.</li>
<li>The consensus outlook from analysts is an Outperform trajectory for One Group Hospitality, with an average 1-year price target of $9.0, indicating a potential 29.13% downside.</li>
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<h3>Overview of Peer Analysis</h3>
Within the peer analysis summary, vital metrics for Serve Robotics, Potbelly and One Group Hospitality are presented, shedding light on their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>El Pollo Loco Holdings</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>0.56%</td>
<td>$28.05M</td>
<td>3.02%</td>
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<td>Serve Robotics</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>655.33%</td>
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<td>-91.95%</td>
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<td>-5.47%</td>
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<td>110.82%</td>
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<td>One Group Hospitality</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>106.84%</td>
<td>$33.42M</td>
<td>-16.82%</td>
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Key Takeaway:
El Pollo Loco Holdings ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is in the middle for Gross Profit. For Return on Equity, it is at the top.
<h3>Delving into El Pollo Loco Holdings's Background</h3>
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc operates and franchises hundreds of fast-casual chicken restaurants in the United States. Restaurant locations are typically free-standing and include drive-thrus, and menus include many low-priced options. Poultry is the company's largest food cost, accounting for roughly 38% of total food and paper cost, and the company manages that commodity price risk by using multiple suppliers and entering supply contracts of varying lengths depending on market conditions.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: El Pollo Loco Holdings's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: El Pollo Loco Holdings's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 0.56%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Discretionary sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: El Pollo Loco Holdings's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 6.25%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): El Pollo Loco Holdings's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.02% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): El Pollo Loco Holdings's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.28%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: El Pollo Loco Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.11, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LOCO/earnings">To track all earnings releases for El Pollo Loco Holdings visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

El Pollo Loco Holdings's Earnings: A Preview

Although U.S. stocks closed slightly higher on Tuesday, there were a few notable insider trades.
When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company&#8217;s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision.
Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">Benzinga&#8217;s insider transactions</a> platform.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Weyerhaeuser</h3>
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<li>The Trade: Weyerhaeuser Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WY#NYSE">WY</a>) Director Albert Monaco <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WY/analyst-ratings">acquired a total of 31,500 shares at </a> an average price of $31.38. To acquire these shares, it cost around $988,376.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On July 25, Weyerhaeuser reported downbeat second-quarter sales.</li>
<li>What Weyerhaeuser Does: Weyerhaeuser ranks among the world&#8217;s largest forest product companies.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">El Pollo Loco</h3>
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<li>The Trade: El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) 10% owner Biglari Insurance Group Inc. acquired a total of 344,247 shares at an average price of $13.20. To acquire these shares, it cost around $4.5 million.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On Aug. 1, El Pollo Loco posted upbeat quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>What El Pollo Loco Does: El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc operates and franchises hundreds of fast-casual chicken restaurants in the United States.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Herbalife</h3>
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<li>The Trade: Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLF#NYSE">HLF</a>) Director Juan Miguel Mendoza <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">bought a total of 10,000 shares</a> at an average price of $8.72. To acquire these shares, it cost around $87,200.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On July 31, Herbalife reported worse-than-expected second-quarter revenue results.</li>
<li>What Herbalife Does: Herbalife Ltd is an international nutrition company that provides health and wellness products to consumers in 95 markets, which consist of countries and territories, through their direct-selling business model.</li>
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Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintains El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $12 to $13.

Truist Securities Maintains Hold on El Pollo Loco Holdings, Raises Price Target to $13

El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.26 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.21 by 23.81 percent. This is a 13.04 percent increase over earnings of $0.23 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $122.176 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $120.390 million by 1.48 percent. This is a 0.56 percent increase over sales of $121.492 million the same period last year.

El Pollo Loco Holdings Q2 2024 Adj. EPS $0.26 Beats $0.21 Estimate, Sales $122.176M Beat $120.390M Estimate

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Benchmark analyst Todd Brooks reiterates El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) with a Hold.

Benchmark Reiterates Hold on El Pollo Loco Holdings

<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Golden Sun Health (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSUN#NASDAQ">GSUN</a>) stock rose 21.1% to $3.07 during Friday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $5.8 million. </li>
<li>2U (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TWOU#NASDAQ">TWOU</a>) stock rose 17.69% to $0.32. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $26.4 million. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Adtalem Glb Education (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATGE#NYSE">ATGE</a>) shares rose 16.49% to $61.05. The company's market cap stands at $2.3 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LOCO#NASDAQ">LOCO</a>) stock moved upwards by 16.22% to $9.99. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $311.6 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Phoenix Motor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEV#NASDAQ">PEV</a>) shares increased by 15.18% to $0.5. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $17.2 million. </li>
<li>Clarus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLAR#NASDAQ">CLAR</a>) shares moved upwards by 13.63% to $7.0. The company's market cap stands at $267.6 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>SRIVARU Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SVMH#NASDAQ">SVMH</a>) shares fell 16.9% to $0.12 during Friday's regular session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.8 million. </li>
<li>Charles &amp; Colvard (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTHR#NASDAQ">CTHR</a>) stock declined by 13.58% to $0.3. The company's market cap stands at $9.1 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Expedia Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXPE#NASDAQ">EXPE</a>) stock fell 13.35% to $117.93. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $15.6 billion. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Sabre (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SABR#NASDAQ">SABR</a>) shares decreased by 10.83% to $2.6. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $984.7 million. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>NWTN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NWTN#NASDAQ">NWTN</a>) shares declined by 10.6% to $5.56. The company's market cap stands at $1.5 billion. </li>
<li>Connexa Sports Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YYAI#NASDAQ">YYAI</a>) stock fell 10.18% to $0.68. The company's market cap stands at $125.4 million. 
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