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Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ: DENN), based in Spartanburg, S.C., is one of America's largest franchised full-service restaurant chains. Known for its all-American diner experience, Denny's has been an iconic brand for over 60 years, offering a wide array of hearty meals 24/7, every day of the year. The company operates two key brands: Denny's and Keke's Breakfast Cafe. As of December 27, 2023, Denny's boasts 1,573 global restaurants, with 1,508 franchised and licensed locations and 65 company-operated venues. Keke's, meanwhile, has 58 restaurants, 50 of which are franchised and 8 company-operated.
Denny's generates revenue through food and beverage sales and collects royalties, advertising revenue, initial and other fees from franchised restaurants. The brand is synonymous with comfort food, offering pancakes, appetizers, sandwiches, salads, breakfast melts, and omelets.
In recent news, Denny's reported a 1.3% increase in domestic system-wide same-restaurant sales for the fourth quarter of 2023, despite a challenging operating environment. For the entire fiscal year, domestic system-wide same-restaurant sales grew by 3.5% compared to the previous year.
The company recently entered an expansive agreement with Franklin Junction to accelerate its market presence through the Host Kitchen® platform. This partnership aims to enhance delivery capabilities and extend Denny's reach in the digital-first world.
Denny's financial condition remains robust, with total operating revenue at $110.0 million for the first quarter of 2024. The company ended the quarter with $271.4 million of total debt, including $261.2 million of borrowings under its credit facility. Adjusted net income per share for the quarter was $0.11.
Future initiatives include expanding Keke's outside Florida, launching a third virtual brand, Banda Burrito, and reigniting Denny's remodel program. The company's focus on strategic levers like best-in-class breakfast offerings, unbeatable value propositions, and off-premises convenience is expected to drive further growth.
FAQ
What is the current stock price of Dennys (DENN)?
The current stock price of Dennys (DENN) is $4.97 as of February 28, 2025.
What is the market cap of Dennys (DENN)?
The market cap of Dennys (DENN) is approximately 260.6M.
What does Denny's Corporation do?
Denny's Corporation operates one of America's largest franchised full-service restaurant chains, offering a variety of hearty meals 24/7 under the Denny's and Keke's Breakfast Cafe brands.
How many restaurants does Denny's operate?
As of December 27, 2023, Denny's operates 1,573 restaurants globally, with 1,508 franchised and licensed and 65 company-operated. Keke's operates 58 restaurants, with 50 franchised and 8 company-operated.
What are Denny's main revenue sources?
Denny's generates revenue primarily from food and beverage sales and the collection of royalties, advertising revenue, initial and other fees from franchised restaurants.
How did Denny's perform financially in the recent quarter?
Denny's reported total operating revenue of $110.0 million for the first quarter of 2024, with an adjusted net income per share of $0.11. The company ended the quarter with $271.4 million in total debt.
What recent partnerships has Denny's entered?
Denny's has recently entered an agreement with Franklin Junction, which will partner with at least 250 domestic Denny’s restaurants to accelerate market presence through the Host Kitchen® platform.
What are Denny's future growth initiatives?
Denny's plans to expand Keke's outside Florida, launch a third virtual brand Banda Burrito, and reignite its remodel program to drive incremental sales and margins.
Who is the CEO of Denny's Corporation?
Kelli Valade is the Chief Executive Officer of Denny's Corporation.
What was Denny's same-restaurant sales growth in the fourth quarter of 2023?
Denny's reported a 1.3% increase in domestic same-restaurant sales for the fourth quarter of 2023.
How does Denny's plan to improve its market presence?
Denny's plans to improve its market presence through strategic partnerships, expanding its menu offerings, and enhancing customer convenience with off-premises options.
How can investors access information about Denny's Corporation?
Investors can access information about Denny's Corporation, including news releases and financial data, through the Investor Relations section of the company's website at investor.dennys.com.