PZZA
Papa John's International, Inc. · Consumer Discretionary · Restaurants
Last
$19.40
−$0.17 (−0.87%) 3:59 PM ET
After hours $19.41 +$0.01 (+0.03%) 2:37 AM ET
Prev close $19.57
Open $19.63
Day high $19.66
Day low $19.23
Volume 815,228
Avg vol 1,483,851
Mkt cap
$632.43M
EV/Sales
0.70
P/E ratio
23.17
FY Revenue
$1.97B
EPS
0.83
Gross Margin
24.95%
Div yield
9.73%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
AI report sections
PZZA
Papa John's International, Inc.
Papa John’s currently shows weak medium-term price performance and subdued earnings growth but maintains positive free cash flow and a relatively high dividend yield. Technical indicators point to emerging short-term bullish momentum while the price still trades below key moving averages and well under its 52-week high. The balance sheet reflects negative equity and meaningful leverage even as cash generation and takeover-related news suggest ongoing strategic interest in the franchise model.
AI summarized at 12:22 AM ET, 2026-01-22
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 48 SWING: 38 LONG: 44
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−22% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.78×
RSI
39.02 (Weak)
Weak (30–40)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: -0.00 Signal: 0.01
Short-Term
+0.16 (Strong)
MACD: -0.74 Signal: -0.90
Long-Term
+0.15 (Strong)
MACD: -2.05 Signal: -2.20
Intraday trend score 49.84

Latest news

PZZA 12 articles Positive: 0 Neutral: 0 Negative: 12
Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman Llc
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges Papa John's International, Inc. Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Papa John's International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) alleging securities fraud. The complaint claims that company executives made materially false and misleading statements regarding the company's transformation efforts, market share losses, and competitive position during the period from August 7, 2025 to August 5, 2026. Investors who purchased Papa John's securities during this period are encouraged to join the lawsuit, with a lead plaintiff deadline of November 2, 2026.

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Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities fraud class action lawsuit alleging materially false and misleading statements about business transformation, market share decline, and competitive position. This represents significant legal and reputational risk to investors.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
HIMS DEADLINE: ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Hims & Hers Health, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - HIMS

Rosen Law Firm has filed securities class action lawsuits against multiple companies. The primary case involves Hims & Hers Health, Inc., alleging the company made false statements about data privacy, charged consumers for prescriptions without proper consultation, and failed to disclose regulatory scrutiny. The firm is seeking lead plaintiffs with a November 2, 2026 deadline. Similar lawsuits have been filed against Papa John's International and Millrose Properties.

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Sentiment note

Company is subject to a securities class action lawsuit, though specific allegations are not detailed in the provided excerpt. The mere filing of such litigation indicates investor concerns and potential legal/financial exposure.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
PZZA DEADLINE: ROSEN, TRUSTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Papa John’s International, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - PZZA

Rosen Law Firm announces securities class action lawsuits against Papa John's International (PZZA) and other companies. The Papa John's lawsuit alleges the company made materially false statements about its transformation efforts, concealing that the process was taking longer than expected and failing to prevent market share losses. Investors who purchased stock during the class period may be eligible for compensation. The lead plaintiff deadline is November 2, 2026.

PZZA HIMS securities class action Papa John's International false statements market share losses investor compensation lead plaintiff deadline
Sentiment note

The company is accused of making materially false and misleading statements about its business transformation, concealing that the transformation was taking longer than expected and failing to prevent market share losses. These allegations suggest operational challenges and potential misrepresentation to investors.

Negative The Motley Fool • Jeremy Bowman
Domino’s Pizza U.S. Same-Store Sales Grew Just 0.3%. Here’s Why New CEO Joe Jordan Says the Company’s ‘Next Chapter Will Be Our Strongest Yet.’

Domino's Pizza reported disappointing Q3 results with U.S. same-store sales growth of just 0.3% and international comparable sales up 0.2%, reflecting ongoing challenges from inflation, competition from delivery platforms, and weakening consumer spending. New CEO Joe Jordan, who took over in October, aims to improve customer relationships and franchisee profitability, but analysts note that returning to the strong growth of the 2010s will be difficult.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as a struggling competitor in the pizza chain industry facing broader fast-food sector pressure from weak discretionary spending, though Domino's is taking market share from them.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
ROSEN, NATIONAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Papa John’s International, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - PZZA

Rosen Law Firm is urging Papa John's International (PZZA) investors who purchased stock between August 7, 2025 and August 5, 2026 to join a securities class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Papa John's made materially false statements about its transformation progress, concealing that it was taking longer than expected and unable to prevent market share losses, ultimately requiring a shift toward increased promotional efforts. The lead plaintiff deadline is November 2, 2026.

PZZA securities class action Papa John's International investor lawsuit material misstatement market share loss lead plaintiff deadline
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging materially false and misleading statements regarding its business transformation, inability to prevent market share losses, and need for strategic shifts. This indicates significant operational and disclosure issues that negatively impact investor confidence.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Levi & Korsinsky, Llp
PZZA Shareholder Alert: November 2, 2026 Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Papa John’s International, Inc. Securities Class Action - Contact Levi & Korsinsky

Papa John's International faces a securities class action lawsuit alleging that CEO Todd Allan Penegor and former CFO Ravi Thanawala misrepresented the company's strategic transformation while North American comparable sales deteriorated. The company cut its 2026 North American comparable sales outlook from a 3% decline to a 6-8% decline and suspended its dividend on August 6, 2026, causing the stock to fall 17.18%. The lead plaintiff deadline is November 2, 2026.

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Sentiment note

The company is facing a securities class action lawsuit for allegedly making false and misleading statements about its strategic transformation while North American comparable sales deteriorated significantly. The stock declined 17.18% following the August 6, 2026 announcement of reduced guidance (6-8% decline vs. 3% expected) and dividend suspension, indicating serious operational and disclosure concerns.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
ROSEN, TRUSTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Papa John’s International, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - PZZA

Rosen Law Firm is reminding investors who purchased Papa John's International common stock between August 7, 2025 and August 5, 2026 of the November 2, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline in an ongoing securities class action. The lawsuit alleges that Papa John's made materially false and misleading statements about its transformation efforts, which were taking longer than expected and failed to prevent market share losses, ultimately requiring a shift toward increased promotional efforts.

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Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements about its business transformation, failure to prevent market share losses, and the need for strategic shifts. This indicates significant operational and disclosure issues that harmed investor value.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Law Offices Of Howard G. Smith
DEADLINE ALERT for PZZA, YSS, INV, XTIA: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Reminds Investors of Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Class Actions

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith has filed securities fraud class action lawsuits against four publicly-traded companies (PZZA, YSS, INV, XTIA) alleging materially false and misleading statements regarding business operations and prospects. Investors have until specified deadlines in late October and early November 2026 to file lead plaintiff motions.

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Sentiment note

Defendants allegedly made false statements about strategic transformation effectiveness and growth projections while minimizing risks related to consumer sentiment and competition. The transformation was taking longer than projected and the company was ill-equipped to meet consumer demands.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
ROSEN, A LONGSTANDING LAW FIRM, Encourages Papa John’s International, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - PZZA

Rosen Law Firm is seeking lead plaintiffs for a securities class action lawsuit against Papa John's International (PZZA) on behalf of investors who purchased stock between August 7, 2025 and August 5, 2026. The lawsuit alleges that Papa John's made materially false and misleading statements about its transformation efforts, which were taking longer than expected and failed to prevent market share losses, requiring a shift toward increased promotional efforts.

PZZA securities class action Papa John's International lead plaintiff deadline material misstatements market share losses investor compensation
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging materially false and misleading statements regarding its business transformation, inability to prevent market share losses, and need for strategic shifts. This indicates significant corporate governance and disclosure concerns that negatively impact investor confidence.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Pomerantz Llp
INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Papa John’s International, Inc. of Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadlines – PZZA

Pomerantz Law Firm has filed class action lawsuits against Papa John's International and Endava Plc, and is investigating claims against J.B. Hunt Transport Services. Papa John's stock fell 17.18% after announcing an 8.3% decrease in North American comparable sales, dividend suspension, and reduced 2026 guidance. Investors with losses are urged to contact the firm by November 2, 2026.

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Sentiment note

Company announced 8.3% decrease in North American comparable sales, suspended dividend, and significantly reduced 2026 guidance from 3% to 7% decline. Stock fell 17.18% on the news. Class action lawsuit filed alleging securities fraud and unlawful business practices.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman Llc
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges Papa John's International, Inc. Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Papa John's International, Inc. alleging that company executives made materially false and misleading statements regarding the company's transformation efforts, market share losses, and competitive position during the period from August 7, 2025 to August 5, 2026. Investors who purchased Papa John's securities during this period are encouraged to join the lawsuit.

PZZA class action lawsuit securities fraud Papa John's International investor harm false statements market share losses lead plaintiff deadline
Sentiment note

The company is accused of making materially false and misleading statements about its business transformation, inability to prevent market share losses, and declining competitive position. These allegations suggest operational challenges and management credibility issues that harm investor interests.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
ROSEN, REGARDED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Papa John’s International, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - PZZA

Rosen Law Firm is soliciting investors who purchased Papa John's International (PZZA) stock between August 7, 2025 and August 5, 2026 to join a securities class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Papa John's made materially false and misleading statements about its transformation efforts, which were taking longer than expected and failed to prevent market share losses, ultimately requiring a shift toward increased promotional efforts.

PZZA securities class action Papa John's International investor lawsuit material misstatement market share loss lead plaintiff deadline November 2, 2026
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging materially false and misleading statements regarding its business transformation, inability to prevent market share losses, and need for strategic shifts. These allegations indicate significant operational and disclosure failures that harmed investors.

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