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Nathans Famous Inc (NATH)
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12/03/2025: NATH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 22.79% | Avg. Invested days 58 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 451.77M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 18.82 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 18.82 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.34 | 52 Weeks Range 66.77 - 117.96 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 66.77 - 117.96 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.81% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.87 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 16.21% | Operating Margin (TTM) 20.68% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 44.58% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE 18.82 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 479890169 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.05 |
Enterprise Value 479890169 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.05 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.24 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.69 | Shares Outstanding 4089510 | Shares Floating 2853292 |
Shares Outstanding 4089510 | Shares Floating 2853292 | ||
Percent Insiders 36.21 | Percent Institutions 50.65 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Nathans Famous Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Nathan's Famous was founded in 1916 by Nathan Handwerker, a Polish immigrant, on Coney Island, New York. It became known for its hot dogs and developed into a franchise operation.
Core Business Areas
- Restaurant Operations: Nathan's operates and franchises quick-service restaurants primarily selling hot dogs and related food items.
- Branded Product Licensing: Nathan's licenses its brand name to third-party manufacturers and distributors who sell Nathan's Famous branded products in retail and foodservice channels.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes the CEO and other key executives. The company operates with a franchising and licensing structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Hot Dogs: Nathan's Famous hot dogs are their signature product, sold in restaurants and retail. Market share data for branded hot dogs is fragmented, with numerous national and regional competitors. Competitors include Hebrew National (POST), Oscar Mayer (KHC), and Ball Park (Tyson Foods - TSN).
- French Fries: Nathan's also offers french fries as a key side dish. The french fries market is highly competitive and varies by region. Competitors include McDonald's (MCD), Burger King (RBI), and other fast food chains.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry is competitive, with trends including healthier options, online ordering, and delivery services. The packaged foods industry also faces changing consumer preferences and increased competition.
Positioning
Nathan's Famous is positioned as a classic American brand known for hot dogs, with a focus on its heritage and Coney Island roots. Its competitive advantage is its brand recognition and historical association with quality hot dogs.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for the hot dog and QSR market is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Nathan's Famous holds a small portion of this TAM, focusing primarily on its brand licensing and franchise operations.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Established history and heritage
- Franchise network
- Licensing agreements
Weaknesses
- Limited product diversification
- Geographic concentration (primarily East Coast)
- Reliance on hot dogs in a changing food landscape
- Exposure to raw material cost fluctuations
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Product diversification (e.g., plant-based options)
- Increased online ordering and delivery presence
- Strategic partnerships
Threats
- Changing consumer preferences towards healthier foods
- Increased competition from other QSR chains
- Fluctuations in raw material costs (beef, etc.)
- Economic downturn affecting consumer spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- POST
- KHC
- TSN
Competitive Landscape
Nathan's Famous benefits from its brand heritage but faces strong competition from larger packaged food companies and QSR chains. Its licensing agreements offer a competitive advantage but also rely on the success of its partners.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth trends are difficult to assess without specific financial data. Historically, growth has likely been tied to franchise expansion and licensing agreements.
Future Projections: Future projections are not readily available without specific analyst estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives likely include efforts to expand distribution through licensing, franchise store expansion, and menu innovation.
Summary
Nathan's Famous leverages strong brand recognition and historical significance, but is also reliant on licensing and franchising to a large extent. The company needs to innovate and adapt to shifting consumer preferences while optimizing its core strengths. Raw material costs and intense competition pose considerable challenges. Future success hinges on expanding brand reach without losing its unique appeal.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- Market Research Reports
- Financial News Articles
- Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share estimates are approximate. Financial data is based on the best available information but may be subject to change. AI ratings are based on available knowledge and do not guarantee future performance.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Nathans Famous Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Jericho, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-02-26 | CEO & Director Mr. Eric Gatoff J.D. | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 131 | Website https://www.nathansfamous.com |
Full time employees 131 | Website https://www.nathansfamous.com | ||
Nathan's Famous, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, operates in the foodservice industry both in the United States and internationally. It operates through three segments: Branded Product Program; Product licensing; and Restaurant operations. The company owns and franchises restaurants under the Nathan's Famous brand name and sells products bearing the Nathan's Famous trademarks through various distribution channels. It also has license agreements for the manufacture, distribution, marketing, and sale of Nathan's Famous branded beef hot dogs, crinkle-cut french fries, and sausages in refrigerated consumer packages, which are resold through retail channels such as supermarkets, grocery stores, mass merchandisers, and club stores. In addition, the company has license agreements to manufacture Nathan's Famous branded hot dog and sausage products in bulk for use in the foodservice industry, supply Nathan's Famous natural casing and skinless hot dogs in bulk for use in the Nathan's Famous restaurant system, manufacture proprietary spices, produce and distribute pickles, and produce and sell french fries and onion rings for retail sale. Further, the company produces and sells miniature bagel dogs, franks-in-a-blanket, mozzarella sticks, corn dog nuggets, other hors d'oeuvres, and bottled mustard through club stores, supermarkets, and other retail food stores. Additionally, it sells Nathan's products directly to foodservice operators or various foodservice distributors and provides Arthur Treacher's branded fish fillets. Nathan's Famous, Inc. was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Jericho, New York.
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