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Good Times Restaurants Inc(GTIM)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GTIM
09/25/2026: GTIM (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Good Times Restaurants Inc is a small-cap operator of two distinct concepts, the regional quick-service Good Times Burgers and the upscale casual Bad Daddy's Burger Bar. The company's primary strength lies in its diversified revenue streams and established brand presence in Colorado. Its main investment narrative centers on potential growth through expanding the Bad Daddy's footprint and improving digital engagement. However, the company faces significant risks from intense competition, thin profit margins vulnerable to inflation, and limited capital resources compared to national chains. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to the restaurant industry who prioritize growth-oriented niches over dividend income and are comfortable with the inherent volatility of small-cap restaurant equities.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
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 potential for unit growth, but this is constrained by limited capital and market size. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock often lacks the sustained volume and trend strength required by momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation may appear attractive in isolation, but fundamental consistency is required to justify a deep-value play. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Small-cap restaurant stocks carry inherent business and market volatility that may exceed low-risk mandates. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock's small-cap nature often leads to wider price swings based on relatively low volume. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market pricing can fluctuate based on perceived growth potential versus realized store performance. |
| Competition risk | High | The burger segment is saturated, with massive competition from established national fast-food giants. |
| Business quality | Medium | The franchise and corporate-owned model provides stable cash flows but requires constant operational excellence. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should expect zero income from dividends, as all capital is reinvested or used for debt. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Successful growth depends on site selection and maintaining consistency across two distinct restaurant brands. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 9.24% | Avg. Invested days 66 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 15.84M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.14 | 1Y Target Price 5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.14 | 1Y Target Price 5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 46.6K shares | Beta 0.6 | 52 Weeks Range 1.10 - 2.09 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.10 - 2.09 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.21 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Restaurants | Revenue generated directly from food and beverage sales at company-operated Good Times and Bad Daddy's locations. | The primary source of revenue is the actual selling of food to customers in restaurants. |
| Franchise Operations | Royalties and fees collected from third-party operators of Good Times locations. | Small portion of income comes from allowing others to run restaurants using the company's brand. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 7.14 | Forward PE 30.58 | Enterprise Value 48.22M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12 |
Enterprise Value 48.22M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.36 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.71 | Shares Outstanding 10.56M | Shares Floating 8.42M |
Shares Outstanding 10.56M | Shares Floating 8.42M | ||
Percent Insiders 25.58 | Percent Institutions 11.51 |
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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 Good Times Restaurants Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Golden, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-06-21 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Ryan M. Zink | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 2078 | Website https://www.goodtimesburgers.com |
Full time employees 2078 | Website https://www.goodtimesburgers.com | ||
Good Times Restaurants Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the restaurant business in the United States. It owns, operates, and franchises Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard, a quick-service drive-through dining restaurant; and owns, operates, franchises, and licenses Bad Daddy's Burger Bar, a full-service upscale casual dining restaurant. Good Times Restaurants Inc. was incorporated in 1987 and is based in Golden, Colorado.
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