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El Pollo Loco Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

El Pollo Loco Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

El Pollo Loco NASDAQ: LOCO reported first-quarter 2026 results that management said reflected continued momentum from its ongoing brand transformation, highlighted by same-store sales growth and margin expansion alongside increased marketing and operational initiatives. Get El Pollo Loco alerts:Sign UpFirst-quarter sales and margin performance Chief Executive Officer Liz Williams said the company was “proud of our first quarter results,” citing system-wide same-store sales growth of 5.8% and restaurant-level margin expansion of 320 basis points year-over-year.

May 08, 2026 12:12 PM • marketbeat.com
El Pollo Loco: Surprising Strength Amid Tough Restaurant Industry Conditions

El Pollo Loco: Surprising Strength Amid Tough Restaurant Industry Conditions

El Pollo Loco has rallied over 30% YTD, sharply outperforming a weak restaurant sector and maintaining strong execution amid industry headwinds. LOCO trades at 6.8x FY26 EV/adjusted EBITDA, with a disciplined franchise-focused expansion strategy and mid-single-digit revenue growth outlook. Same-restaurant sales rebounded to 2.1% in Q4, driven by successful menu innovation and value-focused offerings, with franchise comps notably outpacing company-owned stores.

Mar 31, 2026 01:27 PM • seekingalpha.com
El Pollo Loco: Taking Bites Out Of Chipotle

El Pollo Loco: Taking Bites Out Of Chipotle

El Pollo Loco has executed an asset-light turnaround, driving a ~30% stock gain and outperforming peers, with a strong Q4 and robust opening pipeline. LOCO's menu innovation, protein-heavy bowls, and competitive pricing are capturing market share from fast-casual rivals like Chipotle, supporting improved same-store sales and margins. Franchise expansion, cost control, and strategic use of failed locations are enhancing unit economics, with management guiding for continued sales and EBITDA growth through FY 2028.

Mar 26, 2026 04:40 AM • seekingalpha.com
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results on Thursday, March 12, 2026

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results on Thursday, March 12, 2026

COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco”) (NASDAQ: LOCO) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Hosting the call will be Liz Williams, Chief Executive Officer, and Ira Fils, Chief Financial Officer. A press release with fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results will be issued that same day, shortly after the market close.

Feb 25, 2026 04:00 AM • globenewswire.com
Hillsdale Investment Management Inc. Has $3.49 Million Holdings in El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. $LOCO

Hillsdale Investment Management Inc. Has $3.49 Million Holdings in El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. $LOCO

Hillsdale Investment Management Inc. raised its position in shares of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LOCO) by 20.5% in the third quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 359,396 shares of the restaurant operator's stock after purchasing an additional 61,200

Feb 23, 2026 12:38 AM • defenseworld.net

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