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Papa John\'s International Inc (PZZA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/13/2025: PZZA (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 3.86% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.66B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.27 | 1Y Target Price 48.45 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.27 | 1Y Target Price 48.45 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1301559 | Beta 1.17 | 52 Weeks Range 29.82 - 58.75 | Updated Date 06/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 29.82 - 58.75 | Updated Date 06/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.65% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.37 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.78% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.22% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 12.8% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.27 | Forward PE 29.76 | Enterprise Value 2597789964 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.8 |
Enterprise Value 2597789964 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.8 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.97 | Shares Outstanding 32738400 | Shares Floating 32409086 |
Shares Outstanding 32738400 | Shares Floating 32409086 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.25 | Percent Institutions 118.83 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.73 | Target Price 49.73 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 5 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 5 | ||
Hold 9 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Papa John's International Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Papa John's International Inc. was founded in 1984 by John Schnatter in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Initially operating out of a broom closet, it quickly expanded into a chain of pizza restaurants. A key milestone was its IPO in 1993. The company has since grown to become one of the largest pizza chains in the world, facing challenges including leadership controversies and evolving consumer preferences.
Core Business Areas
- Franchising: Papa John's franchises its restaurants to individuals and entities worldwide. This includes providing the brand, operational support, and supply chain logistics.
- Company-Owned Restaurants: Papa John's operates a number of company-owned restaurants, generating revenue through direct sales to customers.
- Supply Chain: The company manages a supply chain that provides ingredients and supplies to both franchised and company-owned locations.
Leadership and Structure
The CEO is Rob Lynch. The organizational structure includes executive leadership in areas such as operations, marketing, finance, and development, with regional and functional teams supporting the global business.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Market Share (%): 8
- Pizza: Papa John's core product is pizza, with various toppings and crust options. Competitors include Domino's (DPZ), Pizza Hut (YUM), and Little Caesars. Market share is approximately 8% of the global pizza market.
- Market Share (%): 1
- Sides and Desserts: Offers a range of sides such as breadsticks, wings, and desserts. These contribute to overall sales and customer satisfaction. Competitors mirror those for pizza, but also include smaller regional chains. Market share is small compared to pizza
- Beverages: Offers a variety of beverages (soda, water) alongside their pizza and sides. Competitors are same as pizza. Market share is small compared to pizza
- Market Share (%): 0.5
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The pizza industry is highly competitive, driven by factors such as convenience, affordability, and evolving consumer tastes. Trends include online ordering, delivery services, and healthier options.
Positioning
Papa John's positions itself on quality ingredients and 'Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.' tagline. It competes with other major pizza chains primarily on price, convenience and perceived quality.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global pizza market is estimated at $175 billion in 2024. Papa John's with a 8% market share, is positioned to capture part of this TAM with its focus on quality and delivery services.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Established franchise network
- Focus on ingredient quality
- Loyalty program
Weaknesses
- Past controversies damaging brand image
- Inconsistent franchise execution
- High debt load
- Dependence on promotions
Opportunities
- Expansion into new international markets
- Enhanced digital ordering and delivery capabilities
- Development of healthier menu options
- Partnerships with third-party delivery services
Threats
- Intense competition from other pizza chains
- Rising ingredient and labor costs
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturn impacting consumer spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Domino's Pizza (DPZ)
- Yum! Brands (YUM)
- Little Caesars
Competitive Landscape
Papa John's faces strong competition from Domino's and Pizza Hut. Domino's has a technology and delivery advantage, while Pizza Hut benefits from Yum! Brands' global reach. Papa John's differentiates itself through its focus on quality ingredients, but has struggled with brand perception and inconsistent execution.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Data unavailable - please consult public sources for detailed financials. The expected metrics are Revenue, Net Income, Profit Margins, EPS
Future Projections: Data unavailable - please consult public sources for analyst estimates for revenue and earnings growth.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on digital ordering improvements, international expansion, and menu innovations.
Summary
Papa John's is a global pizza chain with a focus on quality ingredients but struggles with brand perception. The company faces strong competition from established players and must innovate to maintain its market share. Strategic initiatives include improving digital capabilities and expanding internationally. Key challenges include managing franchise relationships and navigating economic headwinds. Papa John's needs to focus on marketing and customer relationship management to recover its prior brand loyalty.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is subject to change.
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About Papa John's International Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Louisville, KY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-06-08 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Todd Allan Penegor | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 11400 | Website https://www.papajohns.com |
Full time employees 11400 | Website https://www.papajohns.com | ||
Papa John's International, Inc. operates and franchises pizza delivery and carryout restaurants under the Papa Johns trademark in the United States, Canada, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Domestic Company-Owned Restaurants, North America Franchising, North America Commissaries, and International. The company also operates dine-in and delivery restaurants under the Papa Johns trademark internationally. It offers pizza and other food and beverage products. In addition, the company supplies pizza sauce, dough, food products, paper products, smallware, and cleaning supplies to restaurants. Papa John's International, Inc. was founded in 1984 and is based in Louisville, Kentucky.
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