Jack in the Box Inc. reports developments tied to its quick-service restaurant business, including earnings releases, same-store sales, restaurant operations, menu promotions, marketing leadership and technology systems used across its corporate and franchise locations. Coverage also includes brand initiatives under Jack’s Way and operational programs intended to simplify the business.
Company news also reflects governance and shareholder matters, including board refreshment, annual meeting results, stockholder engagement and changes to director roles. Corporate updates document portfolio actions such as the completed sale of Del Taco and the treatment of that business as discontinued operations in reported results.
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Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) launched a nationwide Matcha Platform on February 19, 2026, introducing two matcha beverages: a Matcha Iced Latte and an OREO Matcha Shake.
Jack selected real matcha formulated for consistent flavor, color and performance across its approximately 2,125 restaurants; beverages are available in-restaurant, on the Jack app, and at jackinthebox.com.
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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