Denny's Corporation reported a significant increase in total operating revenue for Q2 2021, driven by the easing of COVID-19 restrictions and the rollout of new virtual brands. Domestic system-wide same-store sales are trending towards pre-pandemic levels, with June and July surpassing 2019 sales levels. The company is focused on overcoming staffing challenges and returning to 24/7 operations.
Total operating revenue increased by 164.3% to $106.2 million due to COVID-19 recovery.
Domestic system-wide same-store sales decreased 1.2% compared to 2019, but increased 117.0% compared to 2020.
Operating income was $18.3 million, a significant improvement compared to a loss of $13.5 million in the prior year quarter.
Net loss was $0.8 million, or $0.01 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $23.0 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, in the prior year quarter.
The following expectations for the fiscal third quarter ending September 29, 2021 reflect management's expectations that the current economic environment will not change materially.
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