El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO)
| Market Cap | 407.11M |
| Revenue (ttm) | 490.05M |
| Net Income (ttm) | 26.49M |
| Shares Out | 29.96M |
| EPS (ttm) | 0.90 |
| PE Ratio | 15.10 |
| Forward PE | 14.01 |
| Dividend | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Volume | 160,411 |
| Open | 13.81 |
| Previous Close | 13.79 |
| Day's Range | 13.58 - 13.81 |
| 52-Week Range | 8.29 - 14.50 |
| Beta | 0.78 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 14.17 (+4.27%) |
| Earnings Date | May 7, 2026 |
About LOCO
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiary, El Pollo Loco, Inc., develops, franchises, licenses, and operates quick-service restaurants under the El Pollo Loco name. The company operates and franchises restaurants located in California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Utah, and Louisiana. It also licenses its brand to restaurants in the Philippines. The company was formerly known as Chicken Acquisition Corp. and changed its name to El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. in April 2014. El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1975 and is he... [Read more]
Financial Performance
In 2025, El Pollo Loco Holdings's revenue was $490.05 million, an increase of 3.60% compared to the previous year's $473.01 million. Earnings were $26.49 million, an increase of 3.12%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Forecast
According to 4 analysts, the average rating for LOCO stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $14.17, which is an increase of 4.27% from the latest price.
News
Chicken Tenders, but Make Them Loco
El Pollo Loco® reimagines this favorite with bold spices and dipping sauces El Pollo Loco® reimagines this favorite with bold spices and dipping sauces
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce First Quarter 2026 Results on Thursday, May 7, 2026
COSTA MESA, Calif., April 16, 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 first quarter 20...
El Pollo Loco® Upgrades Loco Rewards® Program with Experiential Prizes, Including Coca-Cola® x El Pollo Loco Soccer Challenge
The brand expands its loyalty platform beyond discounts, offering members new, high-value rewards and exclusive access. The brand expands its loyalty platform beyond discounts, offering members new, h...
El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025
Q4 2025 saw strong revenue and margin growth, driven by menu innovation, operational efficiency, and disciplined expansion. Guidance for 2026 includes 2%-3% comparable sales growth, 18-20 new openings, and higher capital spending, with continued focus on margin improvement and digital engagement.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results
COSTA MESA, Calif., March 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) today announced financial results for the 14- and 53-week periods ended December 31, 2025.
El Pollo Loco® Fires Up Culinary Innovation with Five New Menu Tests
A bold lineup of entrées, beverages, and handhelds are being tested in approximately 60 restaurant locations A bold lineup of entrées, beverages, and handhelds are being tested in approximately 60 res...
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 an...
El Pollo Loco Announces Protein Packed Menu, Reminding Everyone that Protein has Always Been their Specialty
With 24 protein heavy hitters, all under $15, the menu delivers big flavor, great value, and plenty of ways to fuel up
El Pollo Loco® Adds Shrimp to Lineup of Limited Time Baja Double Tostadas
COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. , the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is reimagining its beloved tostada with a bold, new flavor twist...
El Pollo Loco Appoints Frank Garrido to Board of Directors
COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ: LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, announced today the appointment of Frank Garrido as an indepen...
El Pollo Loco® Partners with WNBA Star Arike Ogunbowale to Support School Sports Teams Nationwide
COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco , the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is teaming up with women's basketball superstar Arike Ogunbowale to su...
El Pollo Loco Holdings Transcript: 28th Annual ICR Conference 2026
A comprehensive brand turnaround has driven menu innovation, digital engagement, and operational improvements, resulting in margin expansion and renewed unit growth. Expansion outside California is accelerating, supported by improved unit economics and targeted capital investment.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Participate at the 28th Annual ICR Conference
COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco”) (NASDAQ: LOCO) today announced that it will host a fireside chat discussion as part of the 28th Ann...
El Pollo Loco® Launches Protein-Packed Double Pollo Salads: Twice the Chicken, All the Flavor
COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco , the nation's leading fire–grilled chicken restaurant chain, is here to prove that eating better doesn't have to mean sacrificing f...
El Pollo Loco Appoints Robert D. Wright and Tana Davila to Board of Directors
COSTA MESA, Calif., Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ: LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, announced today the appointment of Robert D.
El Pollo Loco Is Celebrating “12 Days of Pollo” with Delicious Deals
BOGO burritos, family meal deals and more bring tidings of comfort food and fire-grilled joy BOGO burritos, family meal deals and more bring tidings of comfort food and fire-grilled joy
El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025
Q3 2025 saw positive system-wide traffic, margin expansion, and strong digital growth, with new menu innovations and remodels driving engagement. Revenue and net income increased year-over-year, and the outlook includes accelerated unit growth and continued margin improvement.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results
COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) today announced financial results for the 13‑week period ended September 24, 2025.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce Third Quarter 2025 Results on Thursday, October 30, 2025
COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco”) (NASDAQ: LOCO) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 202...
El Pollo Loco Celebrates Growth Milestone with 500th U.S. Restaurant
Fire-grilled chicken brand expands footprint during its 50th anniversary year with new Colorado Springs location Fire-grilled chicken brand expands footprint during its 50th anniversary year with new ...
El Pollo Loco Introduces Flavorful Double Chicken Burrito Bowls That Will Actually Fill You Up
Choose from Queso Crunch or Street Corn – Hearty, Satisfying, and Available Now! Choose from Queso Crunch or Street Corn – Hearty, Satisfying, and Available Now!
El Pollo Loco Is Giving Away Up To $1 Million In Free Chicken For National Chicken Month!
A BOGO deal, an AI‑powered content challenge, and a chance to win free fire-grilled chicken for life make this September truly Loco A BOGO deal, an AI‑powered content challenge, and a chance to win fr...
El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025
Q2 2025 saw modest sales improvement and positive system-wide traffic, driven by menu innovation, targeted value offers, and a brand relaunch. Restaurant margins and digital sales improved, while guidance for new openings and margin targets was maintained despite ongoing macro headwinds.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
COSTA MESA, Calif., July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) today announced financial results for the 13-week period ended June 25, 2025.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce Second Quarter 2025 Results on Thursday, July 31, 2025
COSTA MESA, Calif., July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco”) (NASDAQ: LOCO) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter 20...