El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO)
| Market Cap | 472.47M +69.5% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 500.79M +4.4% |
| Net Income | 34.86M +41.0% |
| EPS | 1.17 +38.1% |
| Shares Out | 30.43M |
| PE Ratio | 13.50 |
| Forward PE | 15.54 |
| Dividend | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Volume | 47,312 |
| Open | 15.69 |
| Previous Close | 15.82 |
| Day's Range | 15.48 - 15.77 |
| 52-Week Range | 8.99 - 17.40 |
| Beta | 0.67 |
| Analysts | Buy |
| Price Target | 20.58 (+32.56%) |
| Est. Earnings | Oct 29, 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, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Washington. 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 f... [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 Summary
According to 7 analysts, the average rating for LOCO stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $20.58, which is an increase of 32.56% from the latest price.
News
Roth Capital starts El Pollo Loco at Buy amid ‘restored’ profit margins
As previously reported, Roth Capital initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco (LOCO) with a Buy rating and $22 price target Initiated in 2024, the company’s turnaround has restored restaurant-level profit…
El Pollo Loco initiated with a Buy at Roth Capital
Roth Capital initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco (LOCO) with a Buy rating and $12 price target
El Pollo Loco announces planned entry into New York, names Damon Thomas as COO
El Pollo Loco (LOCO) announced its planned entry into New York, including a signed lease for its first restaurant in the region, targeted to open in Queens in mid-2027. The…
El Pollo Loco to open first New York restaurant as it aims to become national chicken chain
El Pollo Loco will open its first New York City restaurant next year in Queens. The majority of the chicken chain's locations are in California, although it has been expanding.
El Pollo Loco Announces New York Expansion and Strengthens Leadership Team to Accelerate Growth
Brand signs first lease in New York (Queens) Enters into three development agreements for 15 area restaurants over the next five years COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo L...
El Pollo Loco® Showcases Fall Flavors in Latest Menu Items
Caramel Apple ChataCoffee™, Pumpkin Pie Mini Churros and Red & Green Chile Cheesy Enchilada Double Chicken Bowls all available for a limited time Caramel Apple ChataCoffee™, Pumpkin Pie Mini Churros a...
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Participate in Two Investor Conferences in September
COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco”) (NASDAQ: LOCO) today announced that it will participate in the following conferences:
El Pollo Loco® Declares September 9 National Grilled Chicken Day
The fire-grilled chicken authority champions new holiday with month-long celebration of the much-loved protein The fire-grilled chicken authority champions new holiday with month-long celebration of t...
El Pollo Loco price target raised to $17 from $15 at DA Davidson
DA Davidson raised the firm’s price target on El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to $17 from $15 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The company’s Q2 results modestly exceeded…
El Pollo Loco price target raised to $21 from $18 at Benchmark
Benchmark raised the firm’s price target on El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to $21 from $18 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026
Systemwide same-store sales grew 3.9% in Q2 2026, with digital sales up 13% and restaurant-level margin at 19.5%. New product launches and national expansion drove growth, while guidance for sales and EBITDA was raised for the year.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings release: Q2 2026
El Pollo Loco Holdings released its Q2 2026 earnings on August 6, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Quarterly report: Q2 2026
El Pollo Loco Holdings has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on August 6, 2026.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce Second Quarter 2026 Results on Thursday, August 6, 2026
COSTA MESA, Calif., July 15, 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 second quarter 20...
El Pollo Loco® Celebrates Loco Days with More than $20,000 in Prizes
COSTA MESA, Calif., July 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. , the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is making this summer even hotter with Loco Days, a month-long c...
El Pollo Loco initiated with a Buy at Freedom Capital
Freedom Capital initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco (LOCO) with a Buy rating and $22 price target implying 33% upside. The firm views El Pollo Loco as an “under-the-radar name”…
El Pollo Loco® Marks Development Milestone as it Enters 10th State
Development pipeline accelerates and restaurant margins continue to climb Development pipeline accelerates and restaurant margins continue to climb
El Pollo Loco® Introduces its Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™
COSTA MESA, Calif., June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation's leading fire–grilled chicken restaurant chain, is turning it up for summer with new menu items – Loaded Quesadil...
El Pollo Loco announces $40M stock repurchase program
El Pollo Loco (LOCO) announced that its board of directors has authorized the company to repurchase up to $40M of its common stock, representing approximately 9% of the company’s current…
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Announces $40 Million Share Repurchase Authorization
COSTA MESA, Calif., May 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today a...
El Pollo Loco Holdings Transcript: AGM 2026
The meeting covered board elections, approval of all company and shareholder proposals, and strategic updates focused on brand transformation and national expansion. No questions were raised by shareholders, and all voting outcomes will be disclosed in a forthcoming SEC filing.
El Pollo Loco price target raised to $15 from $13 at DA Davidson
DA Davidson analyst Matt Curtis raised the firm’s price target on El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to $15 from $13 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The company’s Q1…
El Pollo Loco price target raised to $18 from $14 at Benchmark
Benchmark analyst Todd Brooks raised the firm’s price target on El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to $18 from $14 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026
Q1 2026 saw 5.8% same-store sales growth, margin expansion, and strong digital and loyalty engagement. Menu innovation and new unit development drove results, with guidance raised for sales and EBITDA. Expansion outside California and disciplined cost management continue.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings release: Q1 2026
El Pollo Loco Holdings released its Q1 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.