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Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc (RRGB)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: RRGB (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $9.88
1 Year Target Price $9.88
3 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -49.88% | Avg. Invested days 20 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 102.69M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.88 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.88 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 2.41 | 52 Weeks Range 2.50 - 7.05 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.50 - 7.05 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -4.25 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -5.34% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.54% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.42% | Return on Equity (TTM) -238.31% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 617787217 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.08 |
Enterprise Value 617787217 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.08 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.49 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 44.88 | Shares Outstanding 17735900 | Shares Floating 15095215 |
Shares Outstanding 17735900 | Shares Floating 15095215 | ||
Percent Insiders 18.5 | Percent Institutions 56.91 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 9.88 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 3 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 3 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. was founded in 1969 in Seattle, Washington, by Gerry Kingen. Initially a tavern, it evolved into a burger restaurant. Significant milestones include franchising in 1979 and going public in 2002. It has focused on providing a family-friendly dining experience with a wide variety of gourmet burgers.
Core Business Areas
- Restaurant Operations: Red Robin operates and franchises casual dining restaurants offering gourmet burgers, appetizers, entrees, salads, desserts, and beverages. This segment generates the majority of its revenue.
- Franchising: Red Robin grants franchises to operate restaurants under the Red Robin name. This provides a source of revenue through franchise fees and royalties.
Leadership and Structure
As of Late 2023/early 2024, GJ Hart is the President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors and various executive leadership positions overseeing different departments such as operations, marketing, finance, and human resources.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Gourmet Burgers: Red Robin's core product is its wide variety of gourmet burgers, often featuring unique toppings and flavors. Data on specific burger market share is limited, but Red Robin competes with other burger chains such as McDonald's (MCD), Burger King (owned by Restaurant Brands International - QSR), and Wendy's (WEN).
- Freckled Lemonade: Red Robin's signature non-alcoholic beverage, a mix of lemonade and strawberries. This is a signature item that differentiates them from other fast food and casual dining restaurants. Competitors include other restaurants offering similar beverage items.
- Bottomless Fries: All You Can Eat fries as a unique offer that sets Red Robin from the competition. While market share is not available, it increases customer satisfaction and differentiates them from competition such as McDonalds (MCD) or Wendy's (WEN)
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The casual dining industry is highly competitive, facing challenges from fast-food chains, fast-casual restaurants, and changing consumer preferences. The industry is influenced by economic conditions, food costs, and labor market dynamics.
Positioning
Red Robin positions itself as a family-friendly gourmet burger restaurant with a focus on variety and a fun dining experience. Its competitive advantages include its wide range of burger options, bottomless fries, and a casual atmosphere.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The U.S. burger market is a multi-billion dollar industry. While a precise TAM is difficult to pinpoint, Red Robin is positioned to capture a share of the overall casual dining and burger market. Red Robin accounts for less than 1% of the TAM, but they differentiate themselves through their unique dining experience and bottomless fries.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Wide variety of burger options
- Bottomless fries and other unlimited offerings
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Established franchising system
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent financial performance
- High debt levels
- Dependence on the U.S. market
- Negative Online Reviews
- Sub-Optimal Customer Satisfaction
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Menu innovation and diversification
- Enhancement of online ordering and delivery services
- Leveraging loyalty programs to increase customer retention
- Digital Marketing
Threats
- Intense competition from other burger chains and casual dining restaurants
- Rising food and labor costs
- Changing consumer preferences and dietary trends
- Economic downturns impacting consumer spending
- Supply Chain Issues
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- MCD
- WEN
- QSR
Competitive Landscape
Red Robin faces intense competition from larger chains with greater resources. Its advantages include its unique burger offerings and bottomless fries. Its disadvantages include its smaller size and inconsistent financial performance.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Red Robin's growth has been slow in recent years, impacted by competition and internal challenges.
Future Projections: Analyst projections suggest moderate growth, dependent on successful implementation of strategic initiatives and improvements in operational efficiency.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include menu optimization, focus on online ordering and delivery, and cost-cutting measures.
Summary
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers faces a challenging landscape with strong competition. Its brand recognition and unique menu offerings are key strengths, but financial inconsistencies and debt remain concerns. The company's ability to innovate and improve operational efficiency will be critical for future growth. Maintaining a good customer experience will assist in building brand recognition.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, Market research reports, Analyst estimates, News articles
- RRGB investor Relations
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data is approximate and may vary depending on the source.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Englewood, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2002-07-19 | President, CEO & Director Mr. David A. Pace | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 21443 | Website https://www.redrobin.com |
Full time employees 21443 | Website https://www.redrobin.com |
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops, operates, and franchises casual dining restaurants in North America and one Canadian province. Its restaurants primarily offer burgers and pizza, appetizers, salads, soups, other entrees, desserts, wings, milkshakes, alcoholic and non-alcoholic specialty drinks, cocktails, wine, and beers. The company was founded in 1969 and is based in Englewood, Colorado.
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