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Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) generates frequent news as a fast-growing, highly franchised chicken restaurant brand headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1994, the company focuses on cooked-to-order wings, crispy tenders and chicken sandwiches, and reports operating and franchising more than 3,000 restaurants worldwide with approximately 98% owned by brand partners.
News about Wingstop often centers on unit development and global expansion. Recent releases highlight record net new openings in consecutive quarters, rapid growth from roughly 2,800 to over 3,000 system-wide restaurants, and entry into new international markets such as Australia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia and The Netherlands, along with plans to open in Thailand, Italy and Ireland.
Investors also follow quarterly financial results, where Wingstop reports system-wide sales, domestic average unit volume (AUV), domestic same store sales trends and non-GAAP metrics like Adjusted EBITDA. These earnings updates are typically accompanied by guidance on global unit growth, same store sales expectations, SG&A, stock-based compensation and other outlook items.
On the brand and menu side, Wingstop issues news on limited-time flavors and promotions, including Wingstop Drop campaigns, buy-one-get-one offers on tenders and chicken sandwiches, and special flavors such as Fiery Lime and Hot Lemon. The company also announces marketing partnerships, such as collaborations with athletes like Paige Bueckers and its designation as the Official Chicken Partner of the NBA.
For followers of WING stock, this news feed provides a single place to review restaurant openings, international expansion, promotional activity, brand collaborations and financial performance updates that shape Wingstop’s growth story.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) reported fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, highlighting record expansion and stronger profitability. System-wide sales rose 12.1% in FY2025 to $5.3B with 493 net new openings and 3,056 restaurants system-wide. FY net income increased 60.3% to $174.3M and adjusted EBITDA grew 15.2% to $244.2M. Q4 revenue was $175.7M and domestic same-store sales declined 3.3% for the year. The company declared a $0.30 quarterly dividend and outlined 2026 guidance including 15–16% global unit growth.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) and PopUp Bagels launched a limited-edition "Lemon Pepper Schmear", combining Wingstop's Lemon Pepper seasoning with PopUp Bagels' cream cheese. The collaboration brings Wingstop's citrusy, pepper-forward flavor to PopUp Bagels' menu for a morning-to-game-day experience. The schmear is available at all PopUp Bagels locations beginning Jan. 29, 2026 while supplies last, aiming to extend a popular Wingstop flavor into a new serving occasion.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) launched a limited-time Hot Honey Trio on Jan. 20, 2026, adding Hot Honey Rub, Saucy Sriracha Hot Honey and Sweet Garlic Hot Honey to its menu.
All three varieties are made to order and available nationwide at Wingstop locations, the Wingstop app and Wingstop.com. Hot Honey Rub is the returning fan favorite; Saucy Sriracha Hot Honey adds sriracha heat; Sweet Garlic Hot Honey pairs garlic with honey and a touch of heat. The company framed the trio as a way for guests to compare flavors, share wings and enjoy the menu for a limited time.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) will report its fiscal fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. A press release will be issued before market open that day, followed by a conference call and live webcast at 10:00 a.m. ET. The call can be joined by phone (1-877-259-5243 domestic; 1-412-317-5176 international) and will be replayed starting two hours after the call through Wednesday, February 25, 2026 using replay code 4161830. The live webcast and archived replay will be available on the investor relations site at ir.wingstop.com and via the provided Chorus Call webcast link.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) opened its 3,000th restaurant globally on November 26, 2025, marking a major development milestone as the brand pursues a goal of >10,000 restaurants worldwide.
The company added nearly 800 restaurants and grew its global footprint by 50% in two years, entered six new markets (Australia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia and The Netherlands), and now operates in 47 U.S. states and 15 countries. Management highlights a record pipeline of sold restaurant commitments and says industry-leading cash-on-cash returns are driving expansion, with more than 70 brand partners expanding in the last quarter.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) launched a nationwide limited‑time flavor called Fiery Lime on November 13, 2025. The flavor blends red chili heat with tangy lime, inspired by a spicy margarita and positioned for Friendsgiving, game day and seasonal gatherings.
The rollout includes a branded pairing with Teremana Reposado tequila and a shared spicy margarita recipe for 8–10. Fiery Lime is available at Wingstop locations, via the Wingstop app and Wingstop.com; see Wingstop.com/Offers for full details.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) reported fiscal Q3 2025 results for the period ended September 27, 2025: system-wide sales rose 10.0% to $1.356 billion and total revenue increased 8.1% to $175.7 million. The company opened 114 net new restaurants (≈19% unit growth) and reported Adjusted EBITDA of $63.7 million, up 18.6% (highest quarter on record). Net income was $28.5 million, or $1.02 per diluted share; adjusted net income was $30.4 million, or $1.09 per diluted share.
Other items: domestic same-store sales declined 5.6%; domestic AUV was $2.061 million; the board declared a $0.30 quarterly dividend payable Dec 12, 2025; $151.3 million remains available on the share-repurchase program. 2025 guidance updated (domestic SSS ~-3% to -4%; 475–485 net new units).
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) has scheduled its fiscal third quarter 2025 financial results announcement for November 4, 2025. The company will release its earnings press release before market open, followed by a conference call and webcast at 10:00 a.m. ET.
Investors can join the conference call by dialing 1-877-259-5243 (domestic) or 1-412-317-5176 (international). A replay will be available until November 11, 2025, accessible via 1-877-344-7529 or 1-412-317-0088 using replay code 4543631. The webcast will be available on Wingstop's investor relations website.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) has launched its latest limited-time offering, Smoky Chipotle Rub, just in time for football season. The new dry rub flavor combines smoky BBQ taste with fire-roasted peppers, honey, and paprika notes, targeting both sweet and savory preferences.
To promote the launch, Wingstop is offering a special promotion where customers can receive five free boneless wings with any $25+ order using code FREEWINGS at Wingstop.com or via their app for Thursday's game.
Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) has launched a new promotional campaign featuring #1 NFL draft pick Cam Ward for the football season. The promotion introduces "Cam Ward's #1 Picks," a customized meal deal featuring 20 wings in four flavors (Lemon Pepper, Hot Honey Rub, Mango Habanero, and Hickory Smoked BBQ), large seasoned fries, and 2 ranch dips.
This offering is part of Wingstop's new Ultimate Meal Deals lineup, which includes three different meal combinations starting at $17.99. The promotion is available nationwide through Wingstop.com and the Wingstop app for a limited time.