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GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. Class A Common Stock(GENK)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GENK
09/25/2026: GENK (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. operates a growing chain of Korean barbecue restaurants known for their distinctive all-you-can-eat dining model. The company's primary strength lies in its successful store concept, which has proven popular with consumers and offers potential for continued geographic expansion. The main growth story revolves around the company's ability to scale its footprint into new markets while maintaining high operational standards. However, investors must consider significant risks, including intense industry competition, sensitivity to rising labor and commodity costs, and the volatility associated with small-cap stocks. GENK may appeal to growth-oriented investors who closely monitor store expansion metrics and operational efficiency.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers growth potential through store expansion but operates in a competitive and mature industry. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum potential exists contingent on successful new market entries and sustained positive same-store sales trends. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The stock's valuation often reflects growth expectations rather than traditional value metrics. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not currently pay a dividend as it reinvests all capital into expansion. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility associated with small-cap growth stocks and restaurant industry cyclicality makes this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock experiences significant price swings common with smaller-cap growth companies in the consumer sector. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Growth expectations are often priced into the stock, leaving little room for error if operational targets are missed. |
| Competition risk (casual dining) | High | The company competes with massive, well-capitalized restaurant groups that can aggressively defend their market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the core concept is popular, the business is in a relatively early stage of national scaling. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not expect income as the company prioritizes reinvestment for growth. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Rapid store expansion requires consistent operational execution and labor management that can be difficult to maintain at scale. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Highly Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -68.17% | Avg. Invested days 14 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 56.04M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 63.5K shares | Beta 0.94 | 52 Weeks Range 1.43 - 3.22 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.43 - 3.22 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.84 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Revenue | Food and beverage sales generated from the company's network of GEN Korean BBQ House locations. | The company earns money primarily through selling meals in its restaurants. |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 166.67 | Enterprise Value 191.35M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 |
Enterprise Value 191.35M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.91 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 28.68 | Shares Outstanding 5.36M | Shares Floating 4.78M |
Shares Outstanding 5.36M | Shares Floating 4.78M | ||
Percent Insiders 10.19 | Percent Institutions 11.11 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. Class A Common Stock
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Cerritos, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-06-28 | Chairman, CEO & Founder Mr. Wook Jin Kim | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 375 | Website https://www.genkoreanbbq.com |
Full time employees 375 | Website https://www.genkoreanbbq.com | ||
GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. operates restaurants in the United States. The company offers meat, poultry, and seafood, as well as ready-to-cook meals. It also offers appetizer, sauces, and veggies and other products. GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. was founded in 2011 and is based in Cerritos, California.
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