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Jun 29
Papa John's Q2 2025 Earnings Report
Papa John's reported its second quarter 2025 financial results, exceeding expectations with a return to comparable sales growth in North America and strong international sales growth.
Key Takeaways
Papa John's delivered a strong second quarter, with total revenues increasing by 4% to $529.2 million, driven primarily by higher Commissary revenues. The company returned to comparable sales growth in North America and achieved robust international sales growth, contributing to a 4% increase in global system-wide restaurant sales. Despite higher revenues, net income decreased to $9.7 million due to increased G&A expenses and higher cost of sales.
Total revenues increased by 4% to $529.2 million, primarily due to a $20.3 million increase in Commissary revenues.
North America comparable sales increased by 0.9%, with Domestic Company-owned restaurants flat and North America franchised restaurants up 1%.
International comparable sales increased by 3.7%, contributing to a 4% increase in global system-wide restaurant sales.
Net income decreased to $9.7 million from $12.5 million in the prior year, mainly due to higher G&A expenses and increased food and labor costs.
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Revenue by Segment
Domestic Company-owned Restaurants Revenue
CapyFin.comNorth America Franchising Revenue
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North America Revenue
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CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
Papa John's reiterated its 2025 annual guidance for several metrics and raised the range for International comparable sales, reflecting confidence in continued growth.
Positive Outlook
- International comparable sales guidance raised to 2% to 4% growth (previously flat to up 2%).
- System-wide sales projected to be up 2% to 5%.
- North America comparable sales expected to be flat to up 2%.
- Anticipated 85 to 115 gross openings in North America.
- Projected 180 to 200 gross openings in International markets.
Challenges Ahead
- Adjusted EBITDA guidance of $200 million to $220 million, indicating potential for lower profitability compared to prior periods.
- Depreciation & amortization projected at $70 million to $75 million, representing a significant expense.
- Interest expense expected to be $40 million to $45 million, impacting net income.
- Effective tax rate projected at 28% to 32%, a notable portion of pre-tax income.
- Capital expenditures anticipated to be $75 million to $85 million, indicating substantial investment needs.