Jack In The Box Stock Price, News & Analysis

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results on November 19, 2025. Q4 revenue was $326.2 million, down 6.6% year-over-year, with systemwide same-store sales declines of (7.4%) for Jack in the Box and (3.9%) for Del Taco in Q4. Adjusted EBITDA was $45.6 million versus $65.5 million a year ago; net earnings were $5.8 million and diluted EPS was $0.30 in Q4. The company repurchased 0.1 million shares for $5.0 million in fiscal 2025 and noted $175.0 million remaining under repurchase authorizations. FY2026 guidance includes same-store sales of -1% to +1%, Adjusted EBITDA of $225–$240M, CapEx of $45–$55M, and a target Jack-owned restaurant-level margin of 17–18%.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) launched a limited-time Munch Better Deals menu lineup starting at $7, with three curated meals—Brunchie Meal, Lunchie Meal, and Gremlins Midnight Meal—designed for dayparts from brunch to late night. Key items include a Breakfast Jack combo with French Toast Sticks, a Lunchie featuring a Double Jr. Jumbo Jack or Really Big Chicken plus 10 Tiny Tacos and curly fries, and a midnight bundle with chicken strips, tacos, onion rings, Halfsie fries, Midnight Sauce and a limited-edition Gremlins air freshener.

New treats include the Midnight Snack Shake and returning Nashville Hot Mozzarella Sticks. The promotion runs now through January 5, 2026 at participating locations, the Jack app, and jackinthebox.com. The company operates ~2,160 Jack restaurants across 22 states and Del Taco with ~550 restaurants across 18 states.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) announced the appointment of Mark King and Alan Smolinisky to its Board of Directors, effective within five business days, expanding the Board to 10 members.

The appointments arise from a cooperation agreement with stockholder GreenWood Investors, which agreed to vote its shares for the Board’s nominees at the 2026 Annual Meeting and to customary standstill and voting provisions. The Board will form a Capital Allocation Committee chaired by Mr. Smolinisky. The full cooperation agreement will be filed on Form 8-K with the SEC.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) entered a definitive agreement to sell its wholly owned Del Taco business — which operates and franchises more than 550 restaurants — to Yadav Enterprises for $115 million cash, subject to customary adjustments. The transaction is expected to close by January 2026. Jack in the Box said it plans to use net cash proceeds after taxes and transaction costs to retire debt within its securitization structure, including repayment of part of its Series 2019-1 4.476% Fixed Rate Senior Secured Notes, Class A-2-II. The divestiture is presented as part of the company’s “Jack on Track” plan to return to a simpler, asset-light business model. The deal is subject to customary closing conditions; BofA Securities is financial advisor and Sullivan & Cromwell is legal counsel.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) will host a Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 earnings webcast on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 5 p.m. EST. The earnings release for Q4 and full-year 2025 will be issued after market close on the same day. Investors can watch the live webcast at investors.jackinthebox.com. The webcast will be archived on the investor relations site for later replay. For media or investor inquiries, contact Rachel Webb, Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations, at (858) 522-4556.

Del Taco (NYSE:JACK) has launched its new Del Dorado Chicken Menu nationwide on September 30, 2025. The menu features freshly grilled chicken marinated in garlic, lime, and pepper, paired with new Salsa Roja and spicy jack cheese.

The new lineup includes five items: the Del Dorado Chicken Epic Burrito, Del Dorado Chicken Grilled Burrito, Del Dorado Chicken Taco, Del Dorado Chicken Quesadilla, and Del Dorado Chicken Crunchtada®. Additionally, Del Taco is extending the availability of its popular Orange Cream Shake through November 11, 2025.

This menu launch follows Del Taco's recent recognition in USA TODAY's 10 Best Reader's Choice Awards, where it won Best Fast Food Restaurant and Best Fast Food Fries categories.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) is launching an innovative Halloween promotion called DealQuest: Revenge of the Munchies, an AI-powered choose-your-own-adventure game within the Jack app. Running from October 1-31, 2025, the game allows players to battle "AI Munchie Meals" alongside Jack Box, unlocking progressive deals and offers as they advance.

The promotion features multiple tiered rewards including free drinks, BOGO offers, and discounts up to $5 off purchases. Players who redeem offers are automatically entered to win prizes such as a custom gaming PC, gaming consoles, and Resident Evil game codes. The initiative represents Jack in the Box's strategic push toward creating an immersive digital ecosystem combining food ordering, deals, and interactive experiences.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) is launching its Halloween seasonal menu featuring the return of its popular Monster Taco and new oversized offerings. The centerpiece is the new Monster Munchie Meal, which includes two Monster Tacos, a Monster Mozzarella Stick, chicken nuggets, curly fries, and a drink served in a limited-edition color-changing Halloween cup.

The company is also introducing Monster Munchies - supersized versions of popular menu items priced at $3 each, including the 6-inch Monster Mozzarella Stick and 10-inch Monster Churro. The seasonal menu includes a Halloween Monster Cookie Shake blended with Chips Ahoy!® syrup and OREO® cookie crumbs. These Halloween offerings will be available nationwide from September 18 through November 2, 2025.

Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) is launching major value-focused initiatives to combat "shrinkflation" and enhance customer value. Starting October 1, 2025, the company will introduce 25% larger drink cups and reduce menu prices, making 61% of combo meals under $10 in most markets.

The company is rolling out several promotional campaigns including Burger Week featuring $5 Smashed Jack burgers, Monster-Sized Snacks with 2 for $3 Monster Tacos, Munchie Meal Giveaways, an AI-powered DealQuest game, and the return of Jackmas with 24 days of deals in December. These initiatives are part of Jack in the Box's strategy leading up to its 75th anniversary celebration.