El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.’s (LOCO) shares have performed poorly in the past three months, underperforming the S&P 500 and the industry. In the same time frame, LOCO has lost 11.2% against the industry and the S&P 500’s 4.5% and 5.2% growth, respectively.As of Thursday, the stock closed at $12.09, below its 52-week high of $14.25 but above its 52-week low of $8.17. It has also underperformed other industry players like Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.'s (CMG) 11.5% rise, Restaurant Brands International Inc.'s ...

The price trend for El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) has been bearish lately and the stock has lost 7% over the past week. However, the formation of a hammer chart pattern in its last trading session indicates that the stock could witness a trend reversal soon, as bulls might have gained significant control over the price to help it find support.The formation of a hammer pattern is considered a technical indication of nearing a bottom with likely subsiding of selling pressure. But this is not the only factor t ...

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Core Viewpoint - El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) has experienced significant selling pressure, resulting in a 10.1% decline over the past four weeks, but analysts anticipate better earnings than previously expected, indicating potential for recovery [1]. Group 1: Stock Performance and Technical Analysis - LOCO's stock is currently in oversold territory with a Relative Strength Index (RSI) reading of 25.77, suggesting a possible reversal in trend [5]. - The stock's price has been under pressure, but the heavy selling appears to be exhausting, indicating a potential return to equilibrium in supply and demand [5]. - The consensus EPS estimate for LOCO has increased by 3.3% over the last 30 days, which typically correlates with price appreciation in the near term [5]. Group 2: Analyst Ratings and Market Position - LOCO holds a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy), placing it in the top 5% of over 4,000 ranked stocks based on earnings estimate revisions and EPS surprises, further supporting the stock's potential for a turnaround [6].

El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) could be a solid addition to your portfolio given its recent upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). This upgrade primarily reflects an upward trend in earnings estimates, which is one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.The sole determinant of the Zacks rating is a company's changing earnings picture. The Zacks Consensus Estimate -- the consensus of EPS estimates from the sell-side analysts covering the stock -- for the current and following years is tracked by the sy ...

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark one) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 25, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-36556 EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 20-356 ...

El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) reported $120.4 million in revenue for the quarter ended September 2024, representing no change year over year. EPS of $0.21 for the same period compares to $0.19 a year ago.The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $123.11 million, representing a surprise of -2.20%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +23.53%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.17.While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with ...

El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.21 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.17 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.19 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of 23.53%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this Tex-Mex fast food chain would post earnings of $0.21 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.26, delivering a surprise of 23.81%.Over the last four ...

Exhibit 99.1 El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results COSTA MESA, CA – October 31, 2024 – El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) today announced financial results for the 13-week period ended September 25, 2024. Highlights for the third quarter ended September 25, 2024 compared to the third quarter ended September 27, 2023 were as follows: ● Total revenue was $120.4 million in both periods. ● System-wide comparable restaurant sales (1) increased by 2.7%. ● Income from ...

COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) today announced financial results for the 13-week period ended September 25, 2024. Highlights for the third quarter ended September 25, 2024 compared to the third quarter ended September 27, 2023 were as follows: Total revenue was $120.4 million in both periods.System-wide comparable restaurant sales(1) increased by 2.7%.Income from operations was $10.1 million compared to $13.7 million.Restaurant contribution( ...