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Noodles & Company (NDLS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/10/2025: NDLS (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.
Number of Analysts
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $2
1 Year Target Price $2
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -56.13% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/10/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 30.16M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 1.61 | 52 Weeks Range 0.55 - 1.74 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.55 - 1.74 | Updated Date 10/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.94 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -8.7% | Operating Margin (TTM) -0.89% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2.22% | Return on Equity (TTM) -978.37% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 19.68 | Enterprise Value 306159532 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.06 |
Enterprise Value 306159532 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.06 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.62 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 32.46 | Shares Outstanding 46441542 | Shares Floating 24571291 |
Shares Outstanding 46441542 | Shares Floating 24571291 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.6 | Percent Institutions 54.87 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Noodles & Company
Company Overview
History and Background
Noodles & Company was founded in 1995 in Denver, Colorado. The company aimed to offer a variety of noodle dishes from different culinary traditions in a fast-casual setting. It grew rapidly through franchising and company-owned restaurants, going public in 2013.
Core Business Areas
- Restaurant Operations: This segment includes all activities related to operating Noodles & Company restaurants, including food preparation, service, and maintaining the restaurant environment.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team typically includes a CEO, CFO, and other key executives overseeing operations, marketing, and development. The organizational structure consists of corporate management overseeing regional and restaurant-level operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Mac & Cheese: Mac & Cheese is a popular offering, a creamy and cheesy classic. While exact market share data for specific noodle dishes is difficult to obtain, Mac & Cheese and Wisconsin Mac & Cheese are core items on the menu and are very popular. Competitors include Panera Bread, Qdoba, and other fast-casual restaurants that offer mac and cheese options.
- Spaghetti and Meatballs: A menu item of spaghetti noodles in a marinara sauce with meatballs. Competitors include Brio Italian, Carrabas, and Maggianos Little Italy.
- Pad Thai: Pad Thai is a popular offering, and contributes significantly to revenue. Noodles and Company competes with other fast casual chains like Panda Express and Pei Wei.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The fast-casual restaurant industry is characterized by a blend of quick service and quality ingredients, appealing to customers seeking convenience and better food than traditional fast food. It is a competitive market, with demand influenced by consumer preferences, economic conditions, and dining trends.
Positioning
Noodles & Company positions itself as a fast-casual restaurant offering globally inspired noodle dishes at an accessible price point. Its competitive advantages include a diverse menu and focus on customization.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global fast-casual restaurant market is expected to reach hundreds of billions USD. Noodles & Company is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through continued expansion and menu innovation.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diverse menu offerings
- Customizable options
- Brand recognition
- Established restaurant network
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent financial performance
- High debt levels
- Fluctuating same-store sales
- Competitive pricing pressures
Opportunities
- Menu innovation and expansion
- Digital ordering and delivery growth
- Strategic partnerships
- Geographic expansion into untapped markets
Threats
- Increased competition from other fast-casual restaurants
- Rising food and labor costs
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturns impacting discretionary spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CMG
- PNRA
- QSR
Competitive Landscape
Noodles & Company is competing in a crowded fast-casual space. The company needs to leverage its noodle offering and build a strong brand to stay competitive.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been sporadic, with expansion efforts sometimes yielding inconsistent results.
Future Projections: Analysts' estimates for future growth are dependent on same-store sales improvements and cost controls.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include menu updates, digital ordering enhancements, and loyalty program improvements.
Summary
Noodles & Company has a unique menu that offers a global variety of noodle-based dishes. The company needs to focus on improving its financial performance and managing its debt. Recent initiatives to improve its digital ordering and loyalty programs are a step in the right direction. However, the company needs to work to increase customer loyalty and enhance brand image.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (SEC)
- Market research reports
- Analyst estimates
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
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About Noodles & Company
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Broomfield, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-06-28 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Joseph D. Christina | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.noodles.com |
Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.noodles.com | ||
Noodles & Company, a restaurant concept company, develops and operates fast-casual restaurants in the United States. The company offers cooked-to-order dishes, including noodles and pasta, soups, salads, and appetizers. It also operates company owned and franchise operated locations. Noodles & Company was founded in 1995 and is based in Broomfield, Colorado.
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