Nathan's Famous, Inc. · Consumer Discretionary · Restaurants
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$100.60
−$0.17 (−0.17%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours$100.58
−$0.02 (−0.02%) 12:55 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$100.77
OpenOpen$100.74
Day highHigh$100.89
Day lowLow$100.58
VolumeVol32,798
Avg volAvgVol79,779
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Mkt cap
$411.82M
P/E ratio
19.35
FY Revenue
$157.78M
EPS
5.20
Gross Margin
34.84%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
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Nathan's Famous, Inc.
Nathan’s Famous Inc combines high operating and free cash flow margins with ample liquidity but carries negative equity and substantial leverage. The share price is trading near the upper half of its 52-week range with bullish momentum signals and elevated volume, while news is dominated by an announced all-cash acquisition at $102 per share and related legal investigations that introduce event and deal-closure risk.
AI summarized at 2:52 PM ET, 2026-01-26
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INTRADAY:63SWING:66LONG:58
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−39% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.61×
RSI
60.11(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.00 (Weak)
MACD: -0.01 Signal: -0.01
Short-Term
-0.31 (Weak)
MACD: 0.90 Signal: 1.21
Long-Term
-0.20 (Weak)
MACD: 2.24 Signal: 2.44
Intraday trend score
35.78
LOW35.78HIGH52.78
Latest news
NATH•12 articles•Positive: 2Neutral: 1Negative: 5
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC Reminds Shareholders of SKYT, NATH, SNCY, LSTA of the Firm’s Investigations
Investor rights law firm Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating four companies for potential federal securities law violations and breaches of fiduciary duties related to their merger transactions. The firm is seeking increased consideration for shareholders and additional disclosures regarding the proposed deals.
SKYTNATHSNCYLSTAsecurities law violationsfiduciary dutiesmerger investigationsshareholder rights
Sentiment note
Under investigation for potential violations of federal securities laws and fiduciary duties in connection with its acquisition by Smithfield Foods, indicating potential shareholder harm.
NegativeBenzinga• Prnewswire
$HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Is Investigating The Merger--PEN, RAPT, NATH, and LSTA
Monteverde & Associates PC, a class action law firm, is investigating four merger transactions: Penumbra's sale to Boston Scientific, RAPT Therapeutics' sale to GSK, Nathan's Famous' sale to Smithfield Foods, and Lisata Therapeutics' sale to Smithfield Foods. The firm is seeking shareholders who may have concerns about these deals.
Subject of class action investigation regarding its merger with Smithfield Foods, suggesting potential shareholder concerns about deal fairness
NegativeBenzinga• Business Wire
NATH Investors Have the Opportunity to Join Investigation of Nathan's Famous, Inc. With the Schall Law Firm
The Schall Law Firm is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by Nathan's Famous directors and management following the company's announcement of acquisition by Smithfield Foods for $102 per share on January 21, 2026. Investors are encouraged to contact the firm to discuss their rights.
The company is under investigation for potential breaches of fiduciary duty by its board and management, suggesting possible mishandling of shareholder interests in the acquisition deal. This raises concerns about governance and shareholder value protection.
PositiveBenzinga• Akanksha Bakshi
Smithfield Buys Nathan's Famous In $450 Million Cash Deal
Smithfield Foods announced an all-cash acquisition of Nathan's Famous for $450 million ($102 per share), eliminating expiration risk from their 2014 licensing agreement set to expire in 2032. The deal is expected to close in H1 2026 and deliver approximately $9 million in annual cost savings by year two, while being immediately accretive to adjusted diluted EPS.
Stock surged 8.70% on the acquisition announcement at a $102 per share valuation, which the CEO described as a 'compelling valuation' for shareholders. The deal provides certainty and eliminates brand expiration risk.
NegativeGlobeNewswire Inc.• Brodsky & Smith
BRODSKY & SMITH SHAREHOLDER UPDATE: Notifying Investors of the Following Investigations: Nathan’s Famous, Inc. (Nasdaq – NATH), Lisata Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq – LSTA), Sun Country Airlines Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq - SNCY), Ventyx Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq - VTYX)
Law firm Brodsky & Smith announced investigations into four merger agreements, examining whether company boards breached fiduciary duties by failing to conduct fair processes and provide fair value to shareholders. The investigations involve Nathan's Famous (acquired by Smithfield Foods for $102/share), Lisata Therapeutics (acquired by Kuva Labs for $4/share plus CVRs), Sun Country Airlines (acquired by Allegiant for $18.89/share equivalent), and Ventyx Biosciences (acquired for $14/share in cash).
Acquisition price of $102/share is below the 52-week high of $118.50, suggesting potential undervaluation and potential breach of fiduciary duties by the board.
PositiveBenzinga• Globe Newswire
Smithfield Foods to Acquire Iconic Hot Dog Brand Nathan's Famous
Smithfield Foods announced it will acquire Nathan's Famous for $102.00 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $450 million. The acquisition secures Smithfield's rights to the iconic Nathan's Famous brand into perpetuity and is expected to be immediately accretive to earnings. Smithfield anticipates achieving approximately $9 million in annual cost synergies by the second anniversary of closing.
SFDNATHacquisitionmerger agreementNathan's FamousSmithfield Foodshot dog brandpackaged meats
Sentiment note
Acquisition provides compelling valuation of $102 per share for stockholders, represents natural fit with long-time partner, and allows brand to benefit from Smithfield's manufacturing scale, marketing strength, and distribution expertise.
NeutralInvesting.com• Reuters
Americans take a break to celebrate Independence Day By Reuters - Investing.com
Millions of Americans celebrated Independence Day with parades, fireworks, and barbecues, taking a break from the country's political divisions. The annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest and Macy's fireworks display in New York were among the highlights.
NATHMIndependence DayFourth of Julycelebrationsparadesfireworksbarbecues
Sentiment note
The article mentions the annual Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, which is a long-standing tradition for the company.
NegativeBenzinga• Chris Katje
Joey Chestnut The Patriot? Reigning Champ Shuns Chinese-Backed Hot Dogs For 'Impossible' American Ones ... - Benzinga
Joey Chestnut, the 16-time Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest champion, will not compete this year as he has signed a sponsorship deal with Impossible Foods, a rival of Nathan's Famous. This decision is seen as a patriotic move as Impossible is an American company, while Nathan's Famous is owned by a Chinese conglomerate.
NATHDISJoey ChestnutNathan's Hot Dog Eating ContestImpossible FoodsNathan's FamousSmithfield FoodsWH Group
Sentiment note
Nathan's Famous is owned by a Chinese conglomerate, WH Group, which is seen as less patriotic than Chestnut's choice to partner with an American company, Impossible Foods.
UnknownZacks Investment Research• Zacks Equity Research
Nathan's Famous (NATH) Q4 Earnings Improve Y/Y, Gross Margin Up
Nathan's Famous' (NATH) overall topline in fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 benefits from revenue growth in all segments.
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UnknownGlobeNewswire Inc.• Nathan's Famous Inc
Nathan's Famous, Inc. Reports Year End and Fourth Quarter Results
Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Of $0.50 Per Share. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Of $0.50 Per Share.
NATHEarnings Releases and Operating Results
UnknownGlobeNewswire Inc.• Nathan's Famous Inc
Nathan's Famous, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results
Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Of $0.50 Per Share Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Of $0.50 Per Share
NATHEarnings Releases and Operating Results
UnknownGlobeNewswire Inc.• Nathan's Famous Inc
Nathan's Famous, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results
Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Of $0.50 Per Share Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Of $0.50 Per Share
NATHEarnings Releases and Operating Results
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