LOCO
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. · Consumer Discretionary · Restaurants
Last
$11.07
−$0.08 (−0.67%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $11.07 +$0.01 (+0.07%) 8:22 AM ET
Prev close $11.14
Open $10.97
Day high $11.12
Day low $10.89
Volume 131,353
Avg vol 199,040
Mkt cap
$331.30M
P/E ratio
12.43
FY Revenue
$480.82M
EPS
0.89
Gross Margin
86.33%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
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LOCO
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.
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Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−6% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.94×
RSI
59.65 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.01 Signal: 0.01
Short-Term
+0.05 (Strong)
MACD: 0.03 Signal: -0.02
Long-Term
+0.04 (Strong)
MACD: -0.04 Signal: -0.08
Intraday trend score 73.00

Latest news

LOCO 12 articles Positive: 10 Neutral: 2 Negative: 0
Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
El Pollo Loco® Launches Protein-Packed Double Pollo Salads: Twice the Chicken, All the Flavor

El Pollo Loco launched three new Double Pollo Salads featuring double portions of fire-grilled chicken breast with over 50 grams of protein each. The salads come in three flavors: Mexican Caesar, Street Corn, and Bacon Ranch (limited time), all made with premium ingredients including hand-sliced avocado and cotija cheese. The chain continues its focus on delivering healthy, flavorful meal options across its 500+ restaurant locations.

LOCO Double Pollo Salads fire-grilled chicken high protein Mexican-inspired premium ingredients healthy dining menu innovation
Sentiment note

The company is introducing an innovative product line that aligns with health-conscious consumer trends, featuring premium ingredients and high protein content. This demonstrates continued menu innovation and commitment to the 'better-for-you' positioning that has earned recognition from USA Today. The expansion of salad offerings diversifies the menu and appeals to a broader customer base seeking healthier quick-service options.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Liz Williams (Ceo)
El Pollo Loco Celebrates Growth Milestone with 500th U.S. Restaurant

El Pollo Loco celebrated opening its 500th restaurant in Colorado Springs, marking a significant expansion milestone during its 50th anniversary year, with plans to grow nationally beyond its California headquarters.

LOCO restaurant expansion fire-grilled chicken franchise growth national expansion
Sentiment note

Company achieved 500th restaurant milestone, planning 10 new openings in 2025, expanding nationally, and showing strong development pipeline with growing franchisee interest

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
El Pollo Loco Expands Popular Mango Habanero Flavor to Tostadas

El Pollo Loco, a leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, is expanding its popular Mango Habanero Chicken Meals by introducing new Mango Habanero Double Tostadas. The tostadas come in three variations: Fire-Grilled Chicken, Baja shrimp or chicken and shrimp, offering a sweet and spicy flavor profile.

LOCO El Pollo Loco Mango Habanero Tostadas Fire-Grilled Chicken Baja Shrimp
Sentiment note

The article highlights El Pollo Loco's successful launch of Mango Habanero Chicken Meals and its decision to expand the flavor to its Tostadas, indicating the company's ability to capitalize on customer demand and innovate its menu offerings.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results on Thursday, March 6, 2025

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. will announce its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on March 6, 2025. The company will host a conference call to discuss the results.

LOCO El Pollo Loco financial results conference call
Sentiment note

The article is a routine announcement of the company's upcoming earnings release and conference call, which is a normal part of the company's operations. There is no indication of any significant positive or negative news.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Globe Newswire
El Pollo Loco Celebrates 50 Years of Fire-Grilled Flavor and Community Impact

El Pollo Loco, a leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a year-long celebration featuring deals, giveaways, and community initiatives. The brand has grown from its humble beginnings in Mexico to nearly 500 locations across the U.S. and plans to introduce new flavor innovations and a modern restaurant prototype.

LOCO El Pollo Loco fire-grilled chicken 50th anniversary community initiatives new flavor innovations restaurant prototype
Sentiment note

The article highlights El Pollo Loco's growth, commitment to quality and community, and plans for new innovations, indicating a positive outlook for the company.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
El Pollo Loco Now Offering Two Tacos for only $5 Every Tuesday

El Pollo Loco, a leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is offering a special Taco Tuesday promotion where customers can get two tacos for $5 every Tuesday from October 29, 2024, to December 31, 2024. The offer is available at participating locations and includes an option for Loco Rewards members to get three tacos for $5.

LOCO El Pollo Loco Taco Tuesday Loco Rewards fire-grilled chicken
Sentiment note

The article highlights a new promotional offer from El Pollo Loco, which is likely to attract more customers and increase sales during the Taco Tuesday promotion period. The company is also offering additional benefits to its Loco Rewards members, indicating a focus on customer loyalty and engagement.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
El Pollo Loco Turns Up The Heat with Exclusive Mango Habanero Flavor Test

El Pollo Loco, the leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, is testing a new Mango Habanero sauce for a limited time in select locations in Orange County and Los Angeles. The sweet and spicy chicken meals will be available at select locations for a limited time.

LOCO El Pollo Loco Mango Habanero fire-grilled chicken limited-time test
Sentiment note

The article highlights El Pollo Loco's introduction of a new limited-time Mango Habanero chicken menu item, which suggests the company is innovating and expanding its product offerings to attract customers.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • N/A
Double the Goodness: El Pollo Loco Celebrates National Quesadilla Day with an Exclusive BOGO Offer

El Pollo Loco is offering a buy one, get one free deal on its Chicken Avocado Stuffed Quesadilla for Loco Rewards members on September 25th and 26th, 2024, in celebration of National Quesadilla Day.

LOCO El Pollo Loco Quesadilla Loco Rewards National Quesadilla Day
Sentiment note

The article highlights El Pollo Loco's exclusive BOGO offer for its Loco Rewards members, which is a customer-friendly promotion that celebrates National Quesadilla Day. This suggests the company is focused on providing value and engaging with its loyal customer base.

Neutral Benzinga • Zacks
Here's Why You Should Retain Wingstop Stock in Your Portfolio Now

Wingstop is well-positioned for growth through unit expansion, franchise model, and digital initiatives, but faces challenges from rising costs and macroeconomic headwinds. The company's focus on shareholder value through buybacks and dividends makes it an attractive option for investors.

WING PBPB LOCO TXRH Wingstop unit expansion franchise model digital initiatives
Sentiment note

The article mentions El Pollo Loco as a better-ranked stock in the Retail-Wholesale sector, but does not provide any specific details about the company's performance or outlook.

Positive Benzinga • Zacks
DIN Expands Global Reach With New Dual-Branded Restaurant

Dine Brands Global, the parent company of Applebee's and IHOP, is expanding its global presence by opening its first dual-branded restaurant in Honduras. The company has entered into a multi-unit development agreement with a franchisee to open the new restaurant, which aims to streamline operations and improve efficiency for franchisees.

DIN ANF TXRH LOCO Dine Brands Global Applebee's IHOP global expansion
Sentiment note

The article notes that El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. carries a Zacks Rank #2 at present and has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 21.6%, on average. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its 2024 sales and EPS also indicates 2% and 12.7% growth, respectively, from the year-ago period's levels, indicating a positive sentiment.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Investment Research
Brian Big Idea on Commodities - Zacks Investment Research

The article discusses the volatility in the commodity sector, with prices of raw materials like cocoa, corn, and natural gas fluctuating significantly. It highlights the importance of understanding the commodity market and provides insights on two LNG stocks, Cheniere Energy and NextDecade, as well as the restaurant stock El Pollo Loco, which is affected by chicken prices.

LNG NEXT LOCO commodity sector raw materials cocoa corn natural gas
Sentiment note

The article suggests that El Pollo Loco is a commodity play, as it is highly dependent on the price of chicken, which has seen a significant increase in recent years.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • N/A
Here's Why Investors Should Avoid Papa John's (PZZA) for Now - Zacks Investment Research

Papa John's International is facing significant challenges, including weak comparable sales, geopolitical risks, and a cautious outlook. Analysts have revised their earnings estimates downward, reflecting the company's struggles in a difficult macroeconomic environment.

PZZA EAT WING LOCO Papa John's comparable sales geopolitical risks earnings estimates
Sentiment note

The article mentions El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. as a better-ranked stock in the Retail-Wholesale sector, with a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 19.4% on average.

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