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Quarterly ResultJul 29, 2026, 07:46 AM

Wingstop Q2 Revenue $185.6M, Net Income +16.9%; Declares $0.33 Dividend

AI Summary

Wingstop Inc. reported its fiscal second quarter 2026 financial results, with total revenue increasing 6.4% to $185.6 million and net income rising 16.9% to $31.3 million, or $1.15 per diluted share. The company added 102 net new restaurants, achieving 16% unit growth, and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.33 per share. Despite strong overall growth, domestic same-store sales decreased by 7.5%, and the company updated its 2026 guidance for domestic same-store sales to a decline of 4% to 6%, while reiterating its global unit growth forecast.

Key Highlights

  • Total revenue increased 6.4% to $185.6 million in Q2 2026.
  • Net income rose 16.9% to $31.3 million, or $1.15 per diluted share.
  • Adjusted EBITDA increased 12.5% to $66.6 million.
  • Opened 102 net new restaurants, contributing to 16% unit growth.
  • Domestic same store sales decreased 7.5% compared to Q2 2025.
  • Declared a quarterly dividend of $0.33 per share, totaling approximately $9.0 million.
  • Reiterated 2026 global unit growth rate guidance of 15% to 16%.
  • Updated 2026 guidance for domestic same store sales growth to a decline of 4% to 6%.