Wingstop Inc
$ 256.19
0.74%
26 Dec - close price
- Market Cap 7,153,786,000 USD
- Current Price $ 256.19
- High / Low $ 260.00 / 252.50
- Stock P/E 41.66
- Book Value -25.29
- EPS 6.15
- Next Earning Report 2026-02-18
- Dividend Per Share $1.11
- Dividend Yield 0.44 %
- Next Dividend Date -
- ROA 0.19 %
- ROE N/A %
- 52 Week High 387.27
- 52 Week Low 203.37
About
Wingstop Inc. is a leading fast-casual restaurant chain headquartered in Dallas, Texas, renowned for its made-to-order chicken wings offered alongside a diverse selection of sides and beverages. The company operates a successful hybrid model, featuring both company-owned and franchised locations, which has solidified its presence in the expanding chicken wing market. Wingstop's strategic emphasis on enhancing customer engagement and driving innovation, coupled with its robust domestic and international expansion initiatives, underscores its attractiveness as an investment for institutional investors. With a steadfast commitment to quality, brand differentiation, and responsiveness to evolving consumer trends, Wingstop is well-positioned to leverage the growing appetite for quick-service dining experiences.
Analyst Target Price
$319.44
Quarterly Earnings
| Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2025-11-04 | 2025-07-29 | 2025-04-29 | 2025-02-19 | 2024-10-30 | 2024-07-31 | 2024-05-01 | 2024-02-21 | 2023-11-01 | 2023-08-02 | 2023-05-03 | 2023-02-22 |
| Reported EPS | 1.09 | 1 | 1.0258 | 0.9484 | 0.88 | 0.93 | 0.98 | 0.64 | 0.69 | 0.57 | 0.59 | 0.6 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.93 | 0.8654 | 0.8828 | 0.865 | 0.96 | 0.82 | 0.76 | 0.57 | 0.52 | 0.51 | 0.45 | 0.41 |
| Surprise | 0.16 | 0.1346 | 0.143 | 0.0834 | -0.08 | 0.11 | 0.22 | 0.07 | 0.17 | 0.06 | 0.14 | 0.19 |
| Surprise Percentage | 17.2043% | 15.5535% | 16.1985% | 9.6416% | -8.3333% | 13.4146% | 28.9474% | 12.2807% | 32.6923% | 11.7647% | 31.1111% | 46.3415% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-02-18 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2025-12-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.86 |
| Currency | USD |
Previous Dividend Records
| Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Date | 2025-12-12 | 2025-09-05 | 2025-06-06 | 2025-03-28 | 2024-12-06 | 2024-09-06 | 2024-06-07 | 2024-03-29 | 2023-12-08 | 2023-09-08 |
| Amount | $0.3 | $0.3 | $0.27 | $0.27 | $0.27 | $0.27 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 | $0.22 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | - |
| Dividend Yield | - |
| Next Dividend Date | - |
| Ex-Dividend Date | - |
Recent News: WING
2025-12-28 09:09:14
Carnegie Investment Counsel reduced its stake in Wingstop Inc. by 24.7% during the third quarter, selling 12,696 shares and now owning 38,740 shares valued at approximately $9.75 million. The restaurant operator reported Q3 EPS of $1.09, beating estimates, but missed revenue expectations with $175.7 million. Wingstop shares currently trade around $256, carrying a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating and a target price of $340.78, in addition to paying a quarterly dividend of $0.30.
2025-12-25 09:09:17
Wingstop has recently expanded its global footprint with new restaurant openings in Sydney, Preston, and Yonkers, attracting positive attention from Wall Street analysts. The company's franchise-heavy model and rapid unit growth, particularly in international markets, are seen as key drivers for long-term expansion. Investors should consider how these global openings and franchise-led strategies influence Wingstop's investment narrative, with analysts highlighting strong franchisee returns and expectations for double-digit unit growth.
2025-12-23 11:23:00
Jefferies and RBC Capital have both expressed bullish sentiments on Wingstop (WING), reiterating Buy and Outperform ratings, respectively, and increasing price targets to $350. Jefferies noted strong international performance and potential for same-store sales growth through 2026, while RBC Capital sees a long runway for growth both domestically and internationally, justifying the stock's premium valuation. Wingstop is recognized as a top pick for 2026 in the restaurant sector by RBC Capital.
2025-12-23 06:09:01
Wingstop (WING) is undergoing a valuation reassessment following positive analyst commentary and new store openings in New York and the UK. Despite a negative one-year shareholder return, its three-year performance indicates strong long-term momentum. The company is considered 20% undervalued based on an ambitious growth narrative, driven by its digital infrastructure, but faces potential risks from rapid international expansion and softening demand among value-conscious diners.
2025-12-23 05:09:01
This article from MSN indicates that Jefferies and RBC Capital have a bullish outlook on Wingstop (WING). Further details regarding their analysis and price targets are not provided in the given input.
2025-12-22 19:09:02
Wingstop (WING) currently holds an average brokerage recommendation (ABR) of 1.48, indicating a strong buy to buy sentiment from 28 brokerage firms. However, the article cautions against relying solely on ABR, suggesting that brokerage firms often have a positive bias due to vested interests. It recommends using the Zacks Rank, a proprietary stock rating tool, in conjunction with ABR for more effective investment decisions, noting that Wingstop currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
