Papa John's International, Inc. (PZZA)

NASDAQ: PZZA · Real-Time Price · USD
52.87
+0.95 (1.83%)
Oct 29, 2025, 2:14 PM EDT - Market open
1.83%
Market Cap1.73B
Revenue (ttm)2.09B
Net Income (ttm)74.74M
Shares Out 32.76M
EPS (ttm)2.28
PE Ratio23.15
Forward PE26.14
Dividend$1.84 (3.49%)
Ex-Dividend DateAug 18, 2025
Volume416,278
Open51.76
Previous Close51.92
Day's Range50.65 - 52.78
52-Week Range30.16 - 60.75
Beta1.09
AnalystsBuy
Price Target49.78 (-5.84%)
Earnings DateNov 6, 2025

About PZZA

Papa John's International, Inc. operates and franchises pizza delivery and carryout restaurants under the Papa Johns trademark in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Domestic Company-Owned Restaurants, North America Franchising, North America Commissaries, and International. The company also operates dine-in and delivery restaurants under the Papa Johns trademark internationally. It offers pizza and other food and beverage products. In addition, the company supplies pizza sauce, dough, food product... [Read more]

Industry Restaurants
IPO Date Jun 8, 1993
Employees 11,400
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol PZZA
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2024, Papa John's International's revenue was $2.06 billion, a decrease of -3.57% compared to the previous year's $2.14 billion. Earnings were $83.32 million, an increase of 1.49%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 10 analysts, the average rating for PZZA stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $49.78, which is a decrease of -5.84% from the latest price.

Price Target
$49.78
(-5.84% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Top 2 Consumer Stocks That May Fall Off A Cliff This quarter

As of Oct. 27, 2025, two stocks in the consumer discretionary sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

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2 days ago - Benzinga

Papa John's: Apollo's Bid Confirmed Our Price Target

Papa John's remains a 'Buy' as the stock outperformed the S&P 500 and delivered strong returns since the initial recommendation. PZZA's turnaround is driven by a smart barbell strategy, menu innovatio...

Other symbols: APO
10 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Papa John's Stock Surges. Why Investors Could See a Big Payday.

Apollo Global Management submits a bid to take Papa John's private, according to reports.

14 days ago - Barrons

Apollo Global made another offer to buy Papa John's, sources say

Apollo Global Management submitted a fresh bid within the last week to take pizza chain Papa John's International private at $64 per share, according to people familiar with the matter.

Other symbols: APO
14 days ago - Reuters

Papa John's Became More Attractive And Resilient Even When M&A Talks Went Silent

Papa John's International offers attractive upside after a 20% price drop, with fundamentals and valuation supporting a buy rating. PZZA's franchising-focused model, robust liquidity, and high custome...

15 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Wall Street Breakfast Podcast: Papa John's Delivers A Hot Slice

Papa John's (PZZA) surged nearly 10% after reports of a $64/share takeover bid from Apollo Global. PZZA is up 3% premarket.

Other symbols: APOLLY
15 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Papa John's stock rallies, as report adds to takeover speculation

Shares of pizza chain Papa John's rallied on Monday, following the latest report that it could become a takeover target, as the restaurant industry struggles with inflation-battered consumers.

15 days ago - Market Watch

Papa Johns Canada Brings Back the Butter Chicken Pizza

EDMONTON, Alberta, Oct. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The wait is over. Papa Johns Canada is bringing back one of its most talked-about menu items: the Butter Chicken Pizza.

16 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Papa John's puts India on priority list with vegetarian fare, executives say

Papa John's International is placing India among its priority markets globally and tailoring its offerings to local tastes with its maiden majority-vegetarian menu, executives said, in a move the U.S....

19 days ago - Reuters

Papa Johns to Report Third Quarter Results on November 6, 2025

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa Johns announces Q3 2025 earnings call information.

27 days ago - Business Wire

Papa Johns and Uber Eats Launch “Dip Out with Papa Dippa” — A Delicious Way to Bail Without the Guilt

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa Johns is flipping the script on the quiet exit. In partnership with Uber Eats, the brand is launching “Dip Out with the Papa Dippa,” a guilt-free way to bail and still d...

5 weeks ago - Business Wire

Papa Johns Brings Its Globally Celebrated Croissant Pizza to the U.S. — for One Day Only

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--After captivating taste buds across the globe, Papa Johns is giving U.S. pizza lovers a taste of luxury with the highly anticipated debut of the Croissant Pizza. Known for it...

7 weeks ago - Business Wire

Papa John's to re-enter India with plan for 650 pizza stores by 2035

U.S. pizza chain Papa John's International plans to return to India by October, said a master franchisee executive, aiming to open 650 stores over the next decade in a market where fast-food chains ha...

2 months ago - Reuters

Papa John's Shows Signs Of A Turnaround

Papa John's is showing early signs of a turnaround, with positive same-store sales and earnings beats driven by operational improvements and a renewed pizza focus. Strategic changes include oven calib...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Papa John's: Turnaround Story That Can Accelerate

After a long time of underperformance, Papa John's seeks to turnaround its business by simplifying its menu and focusing on value. Technological improvements that prioritize the customer experience se...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Papa Johns New Garlic 5-Cheese Crust Pizza Elevates Its Fresh, Never Frozen Dough, made with Six Simple Ingredients

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa Johns is turning up the flavor with the debut of its latest menu innovation: the Garlic 5-Cheese Crust Pizza. Inspired by the richness of garlic bread and built on the b...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Papa John's International, Inc. (PZZA) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Papa John's International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PZZA) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call August 7, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Heather Hollander - Corporate Participant Ravi Thanawala - EVP of Interna...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Papa Johns Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa John's International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) (“Papa Johns®”) (the “Company”) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 29, 2025. Highlight...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Top 3 Consumer Stocks Which Could Rescue Your Portfolio This Month

The most oversold stocks in the consumer discretionary sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.

Other symbols: FNKOPRDO
3 months ago - Benzinga

Papa Johns Declares Quarterly Dividend

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa John's International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.46 per common share. The dividend i...

3 months ago - Business Wire

Deliverect Hits 1 Billion Orders, Appoints Papa John's Veteran as President of the Americas to Accelerate AI-Powered Future

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Deliverect, a leading global food tech SaaS company, today announced the appointment of Justin Falciola as President of the Americas, signaling a bold new phase of AI-led gr...

4 months ago - Business Wire

Papa Johns to Report Second Quarter Results on August 7, 2025

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa John's International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) (“Papa Johns©”) will release its second quarter financial results before the market opens on Thursday, August 7, 2025, ...

4 months ago - Business Wire

Papa John's shares jump after Apollo makes $2B bid for pizza chain

Apollo and Irth Capital's joint bid would value Papa John's, the world's third-largest pizza delivery company, just above $60 per share

4 months ago - New York Post

Apollo and Irth Capital made an offer to buy Papa John's, sources say

Apollo Global Management and Irth Capital Management have approached Papa John's International for a deal that would take the U.S. pizza chain private, two people familiar with the matter said on Wedn...

Other symbols: APO
4 months ago - Reuters

Papa Johns Launches Its First-Ever Croissant Pizza, Giving Pizza Lovers Their Flakiest Bite Ever

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Papa Johns is elevating the pizza experience with the global launch of its latest innovation: the all-new Croissant Pizza. The Croissant Pizza indulgently...

5 months ago - Business Wire