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May 31
Kura Sushi Q3 2025 Earnings Report
Kura Sushi reported its Q3 2025 results, returning to profitability with higher sales and continued expansion.
Key Takeaways
Kura Sushi posted a net income of $565,000 in Q3 2025, reversing a loss from the previous year. Revenue rose to $73.97 million, supported by new restaurant openings, despite a decline in comparable restaurant sales.
Returned to profitability with net income of $565,000 versus a loss last year
Revenue rose to $73.97 million, driven by new store openings
Comparable restaurant sales declined 2.1%, mainly due to reduced traffic
Restaurant-level operating margin narrowed to 18.2% from 20.0%
Kura Sushi
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
Kura Sushi reaffirmed its guidance for FY2025, expecting $281 million in total sales and opening 15 new restaurants.
Positive Outlook
- Total sales guidance of approximately $281 million
- 15 new restaurants planned for FY2025
- Annual unit growth rate expected to exceed 20%
- General and administrative expenses projected below 13% of sales
- Company executing well on expansion strategy
Challenges Ahead
- Comparable restaurant sales are trending negative
- Traffic decreased by 2.9% year-over-year in Q3
- Restaurant-level margin dropped from 20.0% to 18.2%
- Labor and occupancy costs increased year-over-year
- Operating income remains negative