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Jun 25, 2023

Papa John's Q2 2023 Earnings Report

Papa John's Q2 2023 financial results announced with a 10% increase in cash dividend.

Key Takeaways

Papa John's Q2 2023 results showed North America comparable sales down 1%, International comparable sales down 1% but improved 5% from Q1, and 47 net unit openings. Global system-wide restaurant sales increased by 2% to $1.22 billion, while total revenues decreased by 2% to $515 million. Diluted EPS was $0.54, and adjusted diluted EPS was $0.59. The company also announced a 10% increase in the annual dividend rate.

North America comparable sales decreased by 1%, with domestic company-owned restaurants offsetting lower franchised restaurant sales.

International comparable sales decreased by 1% year-over-year but improved 5% compared to the first quarter.

There were 47 net unit openings in the second quarter, driven by international growth.

Global system-wide restaurant sales increased by 2% to $1.22 billion.

Total Revenue
$515M
Previous year: $523M
-1.6%
EPS
$0.59
Previous year: $0.74
-20.3%
Domestic Comp Sales Growth
2.2%
NA Franchised Comp Sales
-2.3%
NA Comp Sales Growth
-1.4%
Previous year: 0.9%
-255.6%
Gross Profit
$101M
Previous year: $96.3M
+4.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$43.8M
Previous year: $52.1M
-16.0%
Free Cash Flow
$36.6M
Previous year: -$320K
-11536.9%
Total Assets
$874M
Previous year: $836M
+4.5%

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Forward Guidance

The company expects positive comp sales and attractive new unit development growth in the back half of 2023 and over the long-term, driven by investments in sales-driving capabilities, operational excellence, and a strong balance sheet.

Positive Outlook

  • Optimize system’s revenue management strategies.
  • Expand one of their most popular pizza platforms.
  • Continued investments in sales-driving capabilities.
  • Continued investments in operational excellence.
  • Strength of balance sheet.

Challenges Ahead

  • Challenging operating environment.
  • Lower-than-anticipated comps our franchisees experienced during the quarter.
  • Macro-economic challenges ahead, particularly in the short term.
  • Deteriorating economic conditions in the U.S. and international markets, including the United Kingdom.
  • Potential for delayed new store openings, both domestically and internationally, or lower net unit development due to changing circumstances outside of our control.

Revenue & Expenses

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