Jack In The Box Stock Price, News & Analysis

Jack in the Box has reintroduced its popular Monster Tacos, available systemwide through Halloween. This launch coincides with National Taco Day on October 4. The tacos feature larger sizes of the classic tacos, with American cheese, lettuce, and taco sauce. To celebrate, the brand hosted a Trick or Feast event in Los Angeles that engaged fans in a themed experience. Monster Tacos are priced at $3.00 for two and can be ordered in-store, via delivery, or through the mobile app, which offers a 25% discount for first-time users.

PAR Technology Corporation announced that Jack in the Box has entered the final phase of implementing PAR’s customer loyalty solution, Punchh, across its 2,219 restaurants. This initiative aims to enhance the digital experience for guests by introducing an online loyalty program and updating the ordering interface. Punchh’s platform will allow Jack in the Box to send targeted promotions, broadening its marketing capabilities. Over the past 18 months, Punchh has gained 71 new customers, positioning itself as a leader in restaurant loyalty programs.

On September 8, 2021, Jack in the Box made headlines by humorously announcing the purchase of Chicken, Alaska, acquiring it for 10,000 Cluck Sandwiches—enough to feed the town's 17 residents for a year. Although the purchase was a stunt to highlight their new sandwich, the company donated $10,000 to aid the town's pandemic recovery. From September 7-10, customers who buy any Cluck Sandwich through the Jack app can earn double loyalty points. This campaign aims to engage customers while supporting Chicken, Alaska.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) announced the awarding of 16 franchise development agreements, set to open 64 new locations across Arizona, California, Idaho, Texas, and Utah by the end of Q3 FY2021. CEO Darin Harris highlighted the brand's pandemic resilience and the importance of strengthening ties with franchisees. Following a 10.3% increase in same-store sales, new markets include Salt Lake City and Chicago. The company aims for 4% annual growth by 2025, utilizing its new drive-thru-focused MK12 prototype, which reduces development costs by 18-23%.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) reported strong financial results for Q3 2021, ending July 4, with total revenues of $269.5 million, up 11.2% year-over-year. Earnings per share rose 26.1% to $1.79. Systemwide sales increased by 10.6%, driven by a 10.2% growth in same-store sales. Despite a net store decline of 9, development agreements for 60 future restaurants were signed. However, rising costs in food, labor, and commodities impacted margins. The company also declared a $0.44 cash dividend, payable on September 3, 2021.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) will announce its third quarter fiscal 2021 financial results following market close on August 4, 2021. A conference call to discuss these results will occur on the same day at 2:00 p.m. PT, which will be available via live webcast. Investors are encouraged to log onto the investors page 15 minutes prior for setup. A playback of the call will be accessible from 5:00 p.m. PT on August 4, 2021.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) held a virtual Investor Day, outlining a long-term financial framework focused on unit growth, unit economics, and a 3-5 year strategy. The company expects a 4% growth in units by 2025 and plans to invest in a digital roadmap emphasizing loyalty and mobile ordering. New guidance includes same-store sales growth of 2.0% - 3.0% and system sales growth of 3.0% - 5.0%. The presentation also revealed a new flexible store prototype and highlighted improved franchisee relationships.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) is set to conduct a virtual Investor Day on June 29, 2021, starting at 8:30 am ET. Key executives, including CEO Darin Harris, CFO Tim Mullany, and CMO Ryan Ostrom, will present, followed by a Q&A session featuring COO Tony Darden and VP of Investor Relations Chris Brandon. Interested participants can access the live webcast via the Investors page on their official site, beginning 15 minutes prior to the event. The recording will be available post-event.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) has appointed Chris Brandon, a veteran in the franchise restaurant industry, as vice president of investor relations starting June 7, 2021. Previously at Domino's Pizza, Brandon brings extensive experience in investor relations and growth strategy communication. CFO Tim Mullany expressed confidence in Brandon's ability to enhance relationships with the investment community. Brandon aims to share Jack in the Box's growth story while promoting a strong culture of service for guests and franchisees.