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Ark Restaurants Corp (ARKR)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/27/2025: ARKR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
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Low$8.25
Current$9.07
high$17.76

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -57.24%
Avg. Invested days 22
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 32.73M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 17
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 17
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.67
52 Weeks Range 8.25 - 17.76
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 8.25 - 17.76
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.75

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -5.55%
Operating Margin (TTM) -3.32%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.79%
Return on Equity (TTM) -18.73%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 111192874
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.18
Enterprise Value 111192874
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.18
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.62
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 416.45
Shares Outstanding 3606160
Shares Floating 1622013
Shares Outstanding 3606160
Shares Floating 1622013
Percent Insiders 49.23
Percent Institutions 17.83

Analyst Ratings

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Ark Restaurants Corp

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Ark Restaurants Corp. was founded in 1983. It has grown through acquisitions and development of restaurants and bars in various locations, including New York City, Las Vegas, and Washington D.C.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Restaurants: Operates full-service restaurants with a variety of cuisines and dining experiences.
  • Bars and Clubs: Manages bars and nightclubs offering drinks, entertainment, and social settings.
  • Catering and Events: Provides catering services for private and corporate events.
  • Fast Casual: Operates fast casual dining offerings at locations such as casinos.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Michael Weinstein serves as the Chairman and CEO. The company has a standard corporate structure with a board of directors and executive management team.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Robert's Steakhouse: A high-end steakhouse brand located in multiple markets. Revenue is not publicly broken down by restaurant brand. Competitors include Smith & Wollensky and Ruth's Chris Steak House.
  • Rustic Tavern: Casual dining and bar concepts in urban locations and casinos. Revenue is not publicly broken down by restaurant brand. Competitors include Yard House and local gastropubs.
  • Catering Services: Catering for corporate events and parties in major markets. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include catering companies such as Great Performances and Abigail Kirsch.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The restaurant industry is highly competitive, subject to economic conditions, consumer trends, and regulatory changes. Trends include delivery services, online ordering, and healthy eating options.

Positioning

Ark Restaurants Corp. focuses on creating unique dining experiences in high-traffic locations. Its competitive advantages include established brands and diverse restaurant concepts.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The US restaurant industry is estimated to be over $900 billion. Ark Restaurants Corp. focuses on specific niches and locations, impacting its TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established brands
  • Prime locations
  • Experienced management
  • Diverse restaurant portfolio

Weaknesses

  • High operating costs
  • Dependence on tourism and events
  • Exposure to economic downturns
  • Limited geographic diversification

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new markets
  • Acquisition of complementary businesses
  • Development of new restaurant concepts
  • Increased focus on online ordering and delivery

Threats

  • Increased competition
  • Rising labor costs
  • Fluctuations in food prices
  • Changes in consumer preferences

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • DRI
  • TXRH
  • RUTH

Competitive Landscape

Ark Restaurants Corp. faces competition from both national chains and local restaurants. Its advantages include unique dining experiences and prime locations. Its disadvantages include limited scale and geographic diversification.

Major Acquisitions

BBQ Pit

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 2.5
  • Strategic Rationale: Expands casino fast casual operations

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic expansion. However, performance is not consistent year to year.

Future Projections: Future projections depend on factors like economic conditions and successful execution of growth strategies. Analyst estimates are not always readily available for smaller companies.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expansion into new locations and the introduction of new menu items.

Summary

Ark Restaurants Corp. operates unique dining experiences in prime locations, offering advantages in the competitive restaurant industry. High operating costs and dependence on tourism create vulnerabilities. The company's diverse restaurant portfolio and expansion efforts contribute to historical growth, which could be positive for future projections, but is also risky.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Market reports

Disclaimers:

The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share figures are estimates and may vary.

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About Ark Restaurants Corp

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 1985-12-13
Founder, Chairman & CEO Mr. Michael Weinstein
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Restaurants
Full time employees 1246
Full time employees 1246

Ark Restaurants Corp., through its subsidiaries, owns and operates restaurants and bars in the United States. It operates restaurants and bars in New York City; Washington, D.C.; Las Vegas, Nevada; Atlantic City, New Jersey; Florida; and Alabama, as well as fast food concepts and catering operations. The company was incorporated in 1983 and is based in New York, New York.