Chief Financial Officer Michelle Hook reported fourth-quarter revenue of $185.7 million, up $1.1 million, or 0.6%, from the prior year. Growth was driven by restaurants outside the comparable base, which contributed $7.8 million of the year-over-year increase. Same-restaurant sales declined 3.3%, which Hook said reduced revenue by roughly $5.4 million in the quarter, driven entirely by a 3.3% decrease in transactions.Miles also said the company recently hired Brett Patterson as Chief Executive Officer, desc ...

Shares of daytime diner First Watch Restaurant Group (NASDAQ: FWRG) are down 13% as of 11 a.m. ET on Tuesday after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings. While the market's reaction to First Watch's Q4 earnings and guidance was adverse, I think it may be an overreaction. The company's 20% sales growth matched Wall Street's expectations, and its earnings per share of $0.24 tripled analysts' expectations. For the full year, First Watch grew its store count by 11% and delivered same-store sales (SSS) g ...

Achieved 20% total revenue growth and positive same-restaurant traffic in 2025, significantly outperforming a negative industry-wide traffic environment. Balanced a moderate pricing strategy with disciplined cost management to maintain restaurant-level operating profit margins of 18.5%, within the long-term target range. Successfully scaled a data-driven digital marketing initiative to one-third of the comparable base, driving measurable increases in brand awareness and customer visits. Optimized th ...

A nostalgic classic returns for a limited time, alongside a new option to bring everyone to the table PLANO, Texas, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KFC® is expanding how guests can order across occasions with the return of the Twister and the debut of the $20 Build a Bucket, a new bundle designed for sharing and variety. Together, the two offerings make it easier to enjoy KFC whether you're grabbing something for yourself or feeding a crowd. ...

CFO Mel Hope reported fourth-quarter revenue of $316.4 million, up 20.2% year over year, with same-restaurant sales up 3.1%. Same-restaurant traffic declined 1.9% in the quarter. Hope attributed revenue growth to positive same-restaurant sales and the contribution from 179 non-comp restaurants, including new company-owned openings and 19 franchise locations acquired since the third quarter of 2024.Tomasso framed the results against what he described as an unfavorable traffic environment, noting that Black B ...

Core Insights - El Pollo Loco has launched a Protein Packed Menu featuring over 20 protein-heavy items priced under $15, catering to the increasing consumer demand for balanced and flavorful meals [1][2][3] Product Offerings - The menu includes a variety of items centered around the brand's signature fire-grilled chicken, with several items offering over 50 grams of protein [2][3] - Notable items include: - Double Chicken Bowl: 74g protein, 930 calories - Guacamole Chicken Burrito: 59g protein, 960 calories - 2pc Breast & Wing Chicken Meal: 60g protein, 740 calories - Mexican Caesar Salad: 52g protein, 350 calories - Original Pollo Bowl: 41g protein, 580 calories - Side of Chopped Chicken Breast: 23g protein, 120 calories [8] Market Positioning - The company emphasizes its unique position to offer a variety of high-protein options at accessible prices without compromising on flavor, aligning with consumer trends towards healthier meal choices [3]

I'm Susan Javinsky, co-host of the Morning Filter podcast. Berkshire Hathaway published its latest 13F report last week, covering the firm's buys and sells during the fourth quarter of 2025. Notably, the new 13F covers the final quarter with Warren Buffett as CEO.Berkshire Hathaway bought more of three stocks that Morning Stars analysts cover. Today, we'll take a look at those three stocks and share which one looks like a stock to buy from Morning Star's perspective. Bergkshire added to its position in Chev ...

Portillo's (NasdaqGS:PTLO) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 24, 2026 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsChris Brandon - VP of Investor RelationsMichael Miles - Chairman of the Board and Interim CEOMichelle Hook - CFOSharon Zackfia - Partner and Group Head of the Consumer SectorConference Call ParticipantsAndy Barish - AnalystBrian Harbour - Research AnalystBrian Mullan - Restaurant and Food Distribution AnalystDavid Tarantino - Restaurants AnalystDennis Geiger - Restaurants AnalystGregory Francfort - Senior Anal ...

Portillo's (NasdaqGS:PTLO) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 24, 2026 10:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsChris Brandon - VP of Investor RelationsMichael Miles - Chairman of the Board and Interim CEOMichelle Hook - CFOSharon Zackfia - Partner and Group Head of the Consumer SectorConference Call ParticipantsAndy Barish - AnalystBrian Harbour - Research AnalystBrian Mullan - Restaurant and Food Distribution AnalystDavid Tarantino - Restaurants AnalystDennis Geiger - Restaurants AnalystGregory Francfort - Senior Anal ...

Portillo's (NasdaqGS:PTLO) Q4 2025 Earnings call February 24, 2026 10:00 AM ET Speaker9Hello. Thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Portillo's fourth quarter 2025 conference call and webcast. I would now like to turn the call over to Chris Brandon, Vice President of Investor Relations at Portillo's, to begin.Speaker3Thanks, operator. Good morning, everyone. Welcome to the Portillo's fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings call. With me today are Mike Miles, Chairman of the Board and Principal Executi ...