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WING
Wingstop Inc.
$165.79
-1.83
(-1.09%)
| Exchange: | NASDAQ |
| Market Cap: | 4.485B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 27.974M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Consumer CyclicalView sector performance | |||||
| Industry: | RestaurantsView industry performance | |||||
| CEO: | Michael J. Skipworth | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 1367 | |||||
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| Website: | https://www.wingstop.ca |
Wingstop Inc., together with its affiliated companies, manages and licenses a network of restaurants known by the Wingstop brand. These establishments are recognized for their made-to-order offerings, including classic bone-in wings, boneless wings, and tenders, all freshly cooked and expertly hand-tossed in a wide array of distinctive sauces. By December 25, 2021, Wingstop’s extensive reach encompassed 1,695 independently operated franchise locations and 36 company-owned stores, spread throughout 44 U.S. states and seven countries globally. This enterprise, which was founded in 1994, has its corporate headquarters located in Addison, Texas.
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WING full analysis
Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for Wingstop Inc., or WING as it’s known on the ticker. If you’re a long-term investor looking to dig into a player in the fast-casual dining space, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we’re breaking down Wingstop, a company that’s carved out a tasty niche in the chicken wing market. Let’s dive into what makes this company sizzle, where it might be a bit undercooked, and what the future could hold for investors like…
Industry Peers
| TICKER | COMPANY | MKT CAP | P/E | FWD P/E | ROIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WING | Wingstop Inc. | 4.5B | 35.0 | 39.9 | 24.8% |
 JMKE | Jersey Mike's Subs Inc. | 4.6B | — | 30.9 | — |
 CAKE | The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated | 5.5B | 25.3 | 23.6 | 86.1% |
 SHAK | Shake Shack Inc. | 2.8B | 71.7 | 60.8 | 2.7% |
 BROS | Dutch Bros Inc. | 6.5B | 59.5 | 36.6 | 4.8% |
 CHA | Chagee Holdings Limited American Depos… | 2.3B | 11.5 | 8.7 | 11.6% |
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 460,055 | 625,807 | 696,853 |
| Gross Profit | 222,826 | 300,869 | 575,727 |
| EBITDA | 125,776 | 187,972 | 298,041 |
| Operating Income | 112,594 | 165,616 | 192,162 |
| Net Income | 70,175 | 108,717 | 174,267 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 377,825 | 716,246 | 693,409 |
| Total Liabilities | 835,191 | 1,391,832 | 1,430,171 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | -457,366 | -675,586 | -736,762 |
| Total Debt | 732,514 | 1,265,429 | 61,312 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 90,216 | 315,910 | 196,572 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 121,601 | 157,610 | 153,065 |
| Capital Expenditure | -40,833 | -51,929 | -47,441 |
| Free Cash Flow | 80,768 | 105,681 | 105,624 |
| Net Income | 70,175 | 108,717 | 174,267 |
| Net Change in Cash | -86,039 | 239,898 | -131,121 |
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Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2030 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 1,189,166.351 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 1,245,397.614 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 1,212,565.200 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 430,917.396 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 452,065.151 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 439,717.439 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 253,443.658 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 269,115.969 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 259,965.249 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 322,952.749 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 338,223.986 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 329,307.388 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 9.260 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 9.590 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 9.030 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 10 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 3 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Strong Revenue Growth: WING has demonstrated consistent revenue increases as per recent income statements, reflecting robust demand for its products. This growth aligns with positive industry trends in the fast-casual dining sector, supported by effective brand positioning.
- High Profit Margins: Key metrics indicate strong gross profit margin (TTM) and net profit margin (TTM), showcasing operational efficiency and pricing power compared to industry averages in the restaurant sector.
- Solid Free Cash Flow: Cash flow statements highlight a healthy free cash flow (TTM), indicating the company’s ability to fund expansion, pay dividends, and manage debt obligations without liquidity constraints.
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Based on current fundamentals and analyst forecasts, MarketSnap estimates WING intrinsic value between $123.27 – $128.43 per share. This depends on revenue growth, margins, and discount rate.
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Is Wingstop Inc. (WING) overvalued or undervalued right now?
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Is WING a buy, hold, or sell for long-term investors?
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What is WING’s P/E ratio?
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-1.09
Trading Metrics:
| Open: | 167.54 | Previous Close: | 167.62 | |
| Day Low: | 162.93 | Day High: | 169.88 | |
| Year Low: | 95.82 | Year High: | 302.8 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 118.02 | Price Avg 200: | 161.75 | |
| Volume: | 779398 | Average Volume: | 1.301M |
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