Welcome to our dedicated page for Jack In The Box news (Ticker: JACK), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Jack In The Box stock.
Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) generates a steady flow of news as a San Diego–based quick-service restaurant company focused on the Jack in the Box brand. Company announcements cover brand strategy, financial performance, portfolio changes, technology investments, and capital structure actions, giving investors and followers insight into how the business is evolving.
On this page, readers can find coverage of strategic transactions such as the sale of Del Taco Holdings Inc. to an entity affiliated with Yadav Enterprises Inc., which the company describes as an important step in its “Jack on Track” plan to simplify the business and strengthen the balance sheet. News items also highlight debt repayment activities, including the use of cash and real estate sales to pay down portions of the company’s fixed rate senior secured notes.
Jack in the Box news also focuses on brand and menu initiatives, including new Protein Bowls, Jack Wraps, value-focused Munch Better Deals, and seasonal promotions like “24 Days of Jackmas” for members of the Jack Pack loyalty program. These stories illustrate how the company uses limited-time offers, value bundles, and themed campaigns to support traffic and brand engagement.
Operational and technology updates are another recurring theme. The company has reported completing a systemwide rollout of Qu’s unified commerce platform across more than 2,100 restaurants, replacing a legacy point-of-sale system and supporting multiple order channels such as drive-thru, kiosk, counter, app, and delivery. Governance and shareholder-related news, including the adoption and amendment of a Stockholder Protection Rights Agreement and a cooperation agreement with GreenWood Investors, LLC, also appear in the news flow.
By following this JACK news feed, readers can track earnings releases, restaurant openings and closures, capital allocation decisions, and brand-level initiatives that shape the company’s long-term direction.
Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) reported Q1 FY2026 results for the period ended January 18, 2026, following completion of the Del Taco sale on December 22, 2025. Same-store sales fell 6.7% and total revenue fell 5.8% to $349.5M. Diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.75 and Operating EPS was $1.00. Adjusted EBITDA was $68.2M. There were losses from discontinued operations of $16.8M tied to Del Taco. Net restaurant count was 2,128 with 14 closures. The company reiterated FY2026 guidance, including systemwide restaurant count of 2,050–2,100, Adjusted EBITDA of $225–240M, and capex of $45–55M; dividends and repurchases are discontinued.
Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) is bringing back the cult-favorite Hot Mess Burger for a limited time, available nationwide and in the Jack app on February 16, 2026. The return ties to the brand's 75th anniversary and includes a remake ad, limited-edition collectibles, and the Hot Mess Anniversary Tour running Feb 13–21, 2026.
The burger features a 100% beef jumbo patty, white cheese sauce, shredded pepper jack, pickled jalapeños, crunchy onion rings, and toasted sourdough. The company operates about 2,135 restaurants across 21 states.
Biglari Capital sent a letter to shareholders of Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) dated Feb. 9, 2026, urging shareholders to vote against Chairman David Goebel at the upcoming annual meeting. The firm asks holders to sign, date, and return its GOLD proxy card and provides contact details for voting assistance.
Biglari Capital Corp (NASDAQ:JACK) issued a corrected release on Feb 10, 2026 urging Jack in the Box shareholders to vote AGAINST Chairman David Goebel at the upcoming annual meeting.
Biglari Capital says it sent a February 9, 2026 letter to JACK shareholders (full text at www.saratogaproxy.com/JACK) and urges shareholders to sign and return the GOLD proxy card. Voting assistance and proxy materials are available via Saratoga Proxy Consulting at (888) 368-0379 or info@saratogaproxy.com.
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Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) faces a shareholder recommendation to withhold votes from six directors after sustained value destruction and operational deterioration. Egan-Jones cites a -76% total shareholder return over two years, multi-year traffic declines, a loss-making Del Taco acquisition/divestiture, and weakened fundamentals.
Management launched the JACK on Track plan in April 2025, but same-store sales fell -7.4% in Q4 FY2025, store closures missed targets (51 closed vs 80–120 planned), and debt service coverage remained below one for the last two fiscal years.
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Del Taco (NASDAQ: JACK) is reintroducing seasonal seafood items from Feb. 3 through April 14, including 2 Jumbo Shrimp Tacos for $6, 3 Beer Battered Fish Tacos for $7, and a Jumbo Shrimp Burrito.
Menus feature wild-caught Alaska Pollock, house-made pico de gallo, cabbage, cilantro-lime rice and the chain's signature sauce. Price and participation may vary; availability is while supplies last.
Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) and LA streetwear brand The Hundreds launched a limited-edition collaboration titled “Jack Was Here!” to mark Jack in the Box’s 75th anniversary. The first drop debuts January 28, 2026 and features a reworked Adam Bomb graphic merged with Jack Box art across a T-shirt, sweatshirt, and trucker snapback.
This release is the first of four limited drops in 2026, with early access at 6:00 p.m. PT for The Hundreds subscribers and Jack Pack members and a public on-sale at 9:00 p.m. PT. The collection is available at thehundreds.com while supplies last.
Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) will hold a Q1 2026 earnings webcast on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. EST. The live webcast will be available at investors.jackinthebox.com and will be archived on the investor relations site for replay. The company said the Q1 2026 earnings release will be issued after market close on February 18, 2026. Investor contact is Rachel Webb, Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations at (858) 522-4556.