Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Income from operations increased by 14.9% in Q2, excluding foreign currency impact, primarily due to higher US franchise royalties and fees, gross margin dollar growth within supply chain, and lower G&A expenses [15][17] - Global retail sales grew by 5.6% in Q2, with US retail sales increasing by 5.1%, driven by same-store sales and net store growth [17][19] - Same-store sales accelerated to 3.4% for the quarter, supported by the launch of Parmesan stuffed crust pizza [17][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Delivery business saw a positive growth of 1.5%, while carryout business grew by 5.8%, marking the highest average carryout orders in history [18][36] - The addition of Parmesan stuffed crust contributed to an average ticket increase of 1.4% due to its higher price point [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International retail sales grew by 6% in Q2, with same-store sales at 2.4%, driven by strong performance in Asia, particularly India, and the Americas [19][51] - The company added 30 net new stores in the US, bringing the total to 7,061 [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on its "Hungry for More" strategy, emphasizing product innovation, value, and operational excellence to drive sales and market share [6][9] - The rollout of DoorDash is expected to significantly enhance sales in the second half of the year, with marketing efforts planned to increase awareness [11][35] - The company aims to maintain a strong franchisee network, with a focus on both large and small franchisees to ensure diverse operational strengths [92][96] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged a challenging macro environment but expressed confidence in sustaining growth, citing strong franchisee economics and a robust advertising budget [15][21] - The company expects US same-store sales growth to be around 3% for the year, with potential for higher growth in the second half due to ongoing initiatives [21][32] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 316,000 shares for a total of $150 million in Q2, with $614 million remaining on its share repurchase authorization [20] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining competitive pricing strategies to drive value for customers while ensuring franchisee profitability [102][104] Q&A Session Summary Question: Acceleration in same-store sales and sustainability of growth - Management discussed the historical performance and competitive advantages that support confidence in sustaining 3% plus same-store sales growth despite market challenges [24][30] Question: US sales outlook for the back half of the year - Management reiterated confidence in initiatives like DoorDash and loyalty programs to drive sales growth in the second half [32][36] Question: Market share gains in international markets - Management highlighted strong performance in India and Canada, attributing success to the "Hungry for More" strategy [50][54] Question: International unit development and long-term growth - Management expressed confidence in significant growth plans for India and China, with expectations for continued expansion [57][60] Question: Margins and pricing strategy - Management emphasized a focus on driving profit dollars for franchisees while maintaining competitive pricing below inflation [99][104]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Income from operations increased by 14.9% in Q2, excluding foreign currency impact, primarily due to higher US franchise royalties and fees, gross margin dollar growth within supply chain, and lower G&A expenses [15][16] - Global retail sales grew by 5.6% in Q2, with US retail sales increasing by 5.1%, driven by same-store sales and net store growth [16][18] - Same-store sales accelerated to 3.4% for the quarter, supported by the launch of Parmesan stuffed crust pizza, which drove positive transaction counts [16][17] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Delivery business saw a positive growth of 1.5%, while carryout business experienced a significant increase of 5.8%, marking the highest average carryout orders in history [17][35] - The addition of stuffed crust pizza contributed to an average ticket increase, benefiting from a 1.4% pricing adjustment [17][116] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International retail sales grew by 6%, excluding foreign currency impact, driven by net store growth of 148 and same-store sales growth of 2.4% [18][21] - Strength was noted in Asia, particularly in India, and in the Americas region, driven by Canada and Mexico [18][51] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on its "Hungry for More" strategy, emphasizing product innovation, value, and operational excellence to drive sales and market share [5][6][8] - The rollout of DoorDash is expected to be a significant driver for US comp sales in the second half of the year, with marketing efforts planned to increase awareness [11][34] - The company aims to maintain a strong franchisee network, with a focus on both larger and smaller franchisees to ensure diverse economic strength [92][96] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged a challenging macro environment but expressed confidence in sustaining growth, citing strong franchisee economics and a robust advertising budget [15][19] - The company expects US comp sales to be around 3% for the year, with potential for higher growth in the second half due to ongoing initiatives [20][21] - International same-store sales growth is projected to be 1% to 2%, influenced by global macroeconomic uncertainties [21][66] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 316,000 shares at an average price of $475, totaling $150 million in Q2, with $614 million remaining on the share repurchase authorization [19] - The launch of Parmesan stuffed crust pizza has been well-received, with customer feedback exceeding expectations, indicating a potential long-term market share catalyst [7][116] Q&A Session Summary Question: Concerns about sustaining 3% plus comp growth - Management highlighted the strength of their franchisee economics, supply chain pricing, and advertising budget as key factors that will help sustain growth beyond the current year [26][27] Question: Insights on US sales outlook for the second half - Management discussed ongoing initiatives like the "Best Deal Ever" promotion and the expected impact of DoorDash, indicating confidence in positive trends for both delivery and carryout [33][35] Question: Discussion on DoorDash as a growth vehicle - Management expressed optimism about DoorDash's potential, noting that it is expected to significantly contribute to sales growth in the coming years [39][43] Question: International market share gains - Management pointed to strong performance in India and Canada, emphasizing the successful adoption of the "Hungry for More" strategy across international markets [50][53] Question: International unit development and growth outlook - Management indicated confidence in significant growth in India and China, with plans for substantial store openings in those markets [58][60] Question: Insights on margins and pricing strategy - Management reiterated their commitment to driving profit dollars for franchisees while maintaining competitive pricing, which may be below inflation [102][105]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Income from operations increased by 1.4% in Q1, excluding foreign currency impact, primarily due to gross margin dollar growth within the supply chain and higher international franchise royalties and fees [16] - Global retail sales grew by 4.7% in Q1, driven by positive international comps and global net store growth compared to the previous year [17] - U.S. retail sales grew by 1.3%, primarily driven by net store growth, while same-store sales declined by 0.5% [17][18] - International retail sales grew by 8.2%, excluding foreign currency impact, with same-store sales at 3.7% [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. carryout business comps were up 1%, while delivery was down 1.5% in the quarter, indicating a shift in consumer preference [18] - The launch of the Parmesan Stuffed Crust Pizza is expected to drive future sales, although it had minimal impact in Q1 due to its late introduction [7][8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. QSR pizza category was roughly flat to start the year, while Domino's outperformed with a 1.3% growth in retail sales [17][18] - International markets showed strength, particularly in Asia, driven by strong comps in India and Canada [20][21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The "Hungry for More" strategy focuses on driving sales, store growth, and profits through innovation, operational excellence, and renowned value [5][6] - The company plans to launch at least two new products each year, with the Parmesan Stuffed Crust Pizza being a significant addition [6][7] - A partnership with DoorDash is expected to enhance delivery capabilities, with a national launch anticipated in May [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the challenging macro backdrop but expressed confidence in achieving market share gains [5][16] - The company expects U.S. same-store sales to be around 3% for the year, with potential macro pressures impacting this guidance [22][75] - International same-store sales growth is expected to be between 1% to 2%, considering geopolitical and macroeconomic pressures [22][114] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 115,000 shares at an average price of $434, totaling $50 million in Q1 [21] - Organizational changes were made to streamline operations, which included the elevation of key executives [13][14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of geopolitical pressures on international markets - Management noted that geopolitical volatility could impact demand, which is reflected in the guidance of 1% to 2% growth for the year [26][27] Question: Incrementality expectations from DoorDash - Management expects DoorDash to contribute approximately 50% incrementally to sales, with expectations of higher performance compared to Uber Eats [30][31] Question: Performance of the stuffed crust pizza - The stuffed crust pizza has received positive customer feedback, and while it did not significantly impact Q1, it is expected to drive future sales [34][35] Question: Domestic unit growth guidance - The company maintains its guidance of adding 175 net stores in 2025, with franchisee enthusiasm remaining strong [55][56] Question: Carryout customer performance - The carryout business experienced a slight deceleration, attributed to timing and calendar shifts rather than a decline in customer interest [101][102] Question: International unit growth outlook - Management expressed optimism about international unit growth reacceleration, particularly as closures from Domino's Pizza Enterprises are mostly behind [93][96]