El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO)

NASDAQ: LOCO · Real-Time Price · USD
14.10
+0.24 (1.73%)
May 27, 2026, 12:17 PM EDT - Market open
Market Cap429.42M +58.6%
Revenue (ttm)497.05M +4.4%
Net Income29.16M +15.5%
EPS0.98 +14.2%
Shares Out 30.46M
PE Ratio14.14
Forward PE14.29
Dividendn/a
Ex-Dividend Daten/a
Volume97,557
Open13.94
Previous Close13.86
Day's Range13.94 - 14.25
52-Week Range8.99 - 15.90
Beta0.69
AnalystsBuy
Price Target17.88 (+26.81%)
Earnings DateMay 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]

Industry Restaurants
IPO Date Jul 25, 2014
Employees 4,034
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol LOCO
Full Company Profile

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 Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 5 analysts, the average rating for LOCO stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $17.88, which is an increase of 26.81% from the latest price.

Price Target
$17.88
(26.81% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

El Pollo Loco Holdings Transcript: AGM 2026

The meeting covered director elections, executive compensation, and a shareholder proposal on majority voting, all of which were approved. Strategic priorities include brand transformation and national expansion. No questions were raised during the Q&A.

20 hours ago - Transcripts

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…

16 days ago - TheFly

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 margi...

18 days ago - MarketBeat

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.

18 days ago - TheFly

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.

19 days ago - Transcripts

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.

19 days ago - Filings

El Pollo Loco Holdings Quarterly report: Q1 2026

El Pollo Loco Holdings has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on May 7, 2026.

19 days ago - Filings

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

COSTA MESA, Calif., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) (the “Company”) today announced financial results for the 13-week period ended April 1, 2026.

19 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco Holdings Proxy statement: Proxy filing

El Pollo Loco Holdings filed a proxy statement on April 30, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

27 days ago - Filings

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

4 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco price target raised to $16 from $14 at Benchmark

Benchmark analyst Todd Brooks raised the firm’s price target on El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to $16 from $14 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.

5 weeks ago - TheFly

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...

5 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner: El Pollo Loco's Turnaround Recipe

A major move in the restaurant sector captured the market's attention, as El Pollo Loco NASDAQ: LOCO shares rose an impressive 17% on March 13. The catalyst for this sudden rally was El Pollo Loco's f...

2 months ago - MarketBeat

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...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco price target raised to $13 from $12 at Truist

Truist raised the firm’s price target on El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to $13 from $12 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares. Despite the challenging macro environment, the company’s…

2 months ago - TheFly

El Pollo Loco upgraded to Buy at Benchmark after Q4 beat

As previously reported, Benchmark upgraded El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to Buy from Hold with a $14 price target Q4 results that beat expectations highlight continued traction with the brand’s transformation…

2 months ago - TheFly

El Pollo Loco upgraded to Buy from Hold at Benchmark

Benchmark analyst Todd Brooks upgraded El Pollo Loco (LOCO) to Buy from Hold with a $14 price target

2 months ago - TheFly

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.

2 months ago - Transcripts

El Pollo Loco Holdings Annual report: Q4 2025

El Pollo Loco Holdings has published its Q4 2025 annual report on March 12, 2026.

2 months ago - Filings

El Pollo Loco Holdings Earnings release: Q4 2025

El Pollo Loco Holdings released its Q4 2025 earnings on March 12, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

2 months ago - Filings

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.

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

El Pollo Loco initiated with a Neutral at DA Davidson

As previously reported, DA Davidson initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco (LOCO) with a Neutral rating and $11 price target DA Davidson noted reduced buildout costs have improved expected returns…

2 months ago - TheFly

El Pollo Loco initiated with a Neutral at DA Davidson

DA Davidson initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco (LOCO) with a Neutral rating.

2 months ago - TheFly

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...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

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...

3 months ago - GlobeNewsWire