El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO)

NASDAQ: LOCO · Real-Time Price · USD
10.39
-0.18 (-1.70%)
Nov 17, 2025, 9:54 AM EST - Market open
-1.70%
Market Cap311.23M
Revenue (ttm)480.82M
Net Income (ttm)25.90M
Shares Out 29.95M
EPS (ttm)0.89
PE Ratio11.90
Forward PE11.49
Dividendn/a
Ex-Dividend Daten/a
Volume18,848
Open10.50
Previous Close10.57
Day's Range10.37 - 10.50
52-Week Range8.29 - 13.14
Beta0.91
AnalystsBuy
Price Target18.00 (+73.24%)
Earnings DateOct 30, 2025

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]

Industry Restaurants
IPO Date Jul 25, 2014
Employees 4,143
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol LOCO
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, El Pollo Loco Holdings's revenue was $473.01 million, an increase of 0.93% compared to the previous year's $468.66 million. Earnings were $25.68 million, an increase of 0.51%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 2 analysts, the average rating for LOCO stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $18.0, which is an increase of 73.24% from the latest price.

Price Target
$18.0
(73.24% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

El Pollo Loco: The Dark Horse Of Small-Cap Restaurants

El Pollo Loco stands out in a challenged restaurant sector, posting strong Q3 results and planning accelerated unit expansion despite weak comps. LOCO's operational overhaul and menu innovation are dr...

14 days ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco: Feathers Flying High

El Pollo Loco (LOCO) is showing strong operational momentum, outperforming California QSR traffic and executing a turnaround with menu innovation and revamped loyalty programs. LOCO's restaurant-level...

15 days ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. ( LOCO) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 30, 2025 4:30 PM EDT Company Participants Ira Fils - Chief Financial Officer Elizabeth Williams - CEO & Director Conference Call Par...

17 days ago - Seeking Alpha

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.

17 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

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...

4 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

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 ...

4 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

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!

6 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

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...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco: Holding Up Well In A Tough Restaurant Backdrop (Upgrade)

El Pollo Loco has shown relative stability in a tough macro environment, outperforming peers despite modest same-restaurant sales declines. Shares are down ~20% over the past year, creating an attract...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco: Is This QSR The Next Asset-Light Turnaround?

El Pollo Loco's traffic and sales are lagging QSR peers, but restaurant-level margins and cost controls are improving above guidance. Menu innovation, marketing tweaks, and a franchised, asset-light e...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 31, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Elizabeth Goodwin Williams - CEO & Director Ira M. Fils - Chief Financial Off...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

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.

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco: Why Buying After Earnings Could Get You A Better Deal (Earnings Preview)

El Pollo Loco remains cheap and undervalued, but California exposure and weak Q2 for Mexican QSRs create near-term headwinds. Casual dining is outperforming fast-casual and QSR segments, eroding fast-...

4 months ago - Seeking Alpha

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...

4 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco's New Quesadillas Deliver Bold Flavor to Satisfy Your Cravings

Choose From Creamy Chipotle and Salsa Verde for a Perfect Handheld Meal, Available as a Combo for Just $9.99 Choose From Creamy Chipotle and Salsa Verde for a Perfect Handheld Meal, Available as a Com...

5 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco Introduces New Fresca Salads and Wraps

Portable, craveable items give consumers a whole new reason to say “Let's Get Loco™ ” COSTA MESA, Calif., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco , the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken res...

6 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco: Turnaround Postponed, But There's Plenty Of Upside Ahead

El Pollo Loco's Q1 FY 2025 earnings met expectations, but shares dipped due to concerning Q2 proxy data and ongoing headwinds in key markets. Despite menu innovations and slight revenue growth, same-s...

7 months ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco Continues 50th Anniversary Celebration With Innovative and Bold Brand Refresh

COSTA MESA, Calif., May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, is proud to announce a comprehensive brand refresh rolling out on May 15th.

7 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 1, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Ira Fils - Chief Financial Officer Liz Williams - Chief Executive Officer Confe...

7 months ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

COSTA MESA, Calif., May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) today announced financial results for the 13-week period ended March 26, 2025.

7 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce First Quarter 2025 Results on Thursday, May 1, 2025

COSTA MESA, Calif., April 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 first quarter 20...

7 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco Celebrates National Burrito Day with a 3-Day Burrito Block Party

El Pollo Loco's 3-day Burrito Block Party (April 2-4) offers Loco Rewards members exclusive burrito deals, giveaways, and a chance to win a Burrito Bag!

8 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco: A Slowdown Is Here, Back Out Of This Stock (Downgrade)

Restaurant stocks have seen a significant slowdown in same-store sales growth, but El Pollo Loco's deceleration to just 0.5% growth stands out as particularly weak. The company has aggressive expansio...

8 months ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco: Exploiting Restaurant Shutdowns For Nationwide Growth Of Pollo Loco

Pollo Loco's Q4 FY 2024 results beat expectations with EPS of $0.20 and revenue of $114.28 million, despite market pessimism and recession fears. Pollo Loco plans to expand beyond California, focusing...

8 months ago - Seeking Alpha

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call March 6, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Ira Fils - CFO Liz Williams - CEO Conference Call Participants Todd Brooks - ...

9 months ago - Seeking Alpha