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Dec 27, 2025
Wingstop Q4 2025 Earnings Report
Wingstop reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 27, 2025, with increased total revenue and net income for the quarter.
Key Takeaways
Wingstop demonstrated operational excellence in Q4 2025, opening 124 net new restaurants and achieving a 9.3% increase in system-wide sales. Total revenue grew to $175.7 million, and net income remained stable at $26.76 million. The company also reported a 15% Adjusted EBITDA growth for the full fiscal year 2025.
Total revenue for Q4 2025 increased to $175.7 million from $161.8 million in the prior fourth quarter.
Net income for Q4 2025 was $26.76 million, comparable to $26.75 million in the prior fourth quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2025 increased to $61.878 million from $56.348 million in the prior fourth quarter.
The company opened 124 net system-wide restaurants during Q4 2025, contributing to a total of 3,056 system-wide restaurants.
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Forward Guidance
Wingstop introduced its fiscal year 2026 guidance, focusing on continued unit growth and financial performance.
Positive Outlook
- Continued global unit growth expected for 2026.
- Focus on operational excellence and strategic initiatives.
- Strong cash flow generation supporting quarterly dividends.
- Commitment to returning value to stockholders through dividends and share repurchases.
- Vision to reach more than 10,000 restaurants globally.
Challenges Ahead
- No specific negative guidance points were explicitly stated for 2026 in the provided text.
- Domestic AUV decreased in Q4 2025 compared to the prior year.
- Domestic same store sales growth was negative in Q4 2025.
- Increased interest expense due to securitized financing transaction.
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