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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) operates a leading fast-casual restaurant chain known for its signature fire-grilled chicken and Mexican-inspired flavors. This news hub provides investors and industry observers with timely updates on corporate developments, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.
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El Pollo Loco Holdings (Nasdaq: LOCO) reported strong financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021. Total revenue increased to $122.0 million, a 22.4% rise from $99.6 million year-over-year. The company recorded a net income of $8.8 million ($0.24 per diluted share), up from $5.5 million ($0.16 per diluted share) in Q2 2020. System-wide comparable restaurant sales rose 21.0%. The company also reduced its debt by $13.8 million, ending with $40.0 million outstanding.
El Pollo Loco Holdings announced strong financial results for Q2 2021. Total revenue surged to $122.0 million, a 22% increase year-over-year, driven by a 21% rise in system-wide comparable restaurant sales. Net income reached $8.8 million, or $0.24 per diluted share, up from $5.5 million, or $0.16 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA improved to $19.9 million. The company aims to sustain sales momentum despite rising labor and commodity costs. During Q2, $13.8 million in debt was paid down, leaving $40 million outstanding.
COSTA MESA, Calif., July 22, 2021 - El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LOCO) will host a conference call on August 5, 2021, at 4:30 PM ET to discuss its Q2 2021 financial results. CEO Bernard Acoca and CFO Larry Roberts will lead the call. A press release will be issued that day, after market close. Live access is available by dialing 212-231-2915, with a replay until August 19. Additionally, the call will be webcast on the corporate website under 'Events & Presentations.' El Pollo Loco operates over 480 restaurants across several states, focusing on fire-grilled chicken and L.A. Mexican cuisine.
El Pollo Loco (Nasdaq: LOCO) is set to pilot drone delivery starting June 24, 2021, becoming the first national restaurant chain to do so. Partnering with Flytrex, this initiative aims to enhance customer experience and digital delivery capabilities. The pilot will provide select Loco Rewards members in Southern California with drone-delivered meals, ensuring high-quality and hot food. Additionally, the company is launching a summer promotion for free delivery on orders over $20, leveraging its new Thermo-to-Go™ packaging to maintain food temperature.
The Court of Chancery in Delaware is addressing a derivative action involving El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) filed by stockholder Kevin Diep. This action has led to a proposed partial settlement, which requires court approval to resolve claims against certain defendants linked to the company. The settlement aims to benefit El Pollo Loco directly, and current stockholders do not need to take action but can object and attend the settlement hearing scheduled for September 10, 2021. If approved, the settlement will bar stockholders from contesting its fairness.
El Pollo Loco announced that CEO Bernard Acoca and CFO Larry Roberts will present at two virtual investor conferences in June 2021.
The first event is the Baird Global Consumer Conference on June 9 at 12:15 PM ET, followed by the Jefferies Consumer Conference on June 22 at 2:40 PM ET. Live webcasts will be available on the company's website under the 'Investors' tab.
El Pollo Loco specializes in fire-grilled chicken and has over 475 locations across several states, focusing on expansion through franchises.
El Pollo Loco (Nasdaq: LOCO) is launching its new Thermo-To-Go containers, replacing Styrofoam to enhance off-premises dining while supporting environmental sustainability. The new packaging, made from partially recycled materials, aims to keep food hotter and fresher, aligning with the increasing demand for takeout services, which surged 250% in delivery sales since 2019. This change is part of a broader digital transformation strategy, which also includes enhancements like GPS-enabled curbside pickup. The full rollout of these containers is expected by the end of May 2021.
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