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Domino's Pizza Inc. (NYSE: DPZ) is the largest pizza company in the world, founded in 1960 and headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan. As an operator and franchiser, Domino's boasts a vast network of approximately 20,700 stores spanning over 90 international markets by early 2024.
Domino's core business includes the sale of pizza, wings, salads, sandwiches, and desserts through company-owned stores and franchise-operated locations. The company generates revenue from sales at these stores, royalty and marketing contributions from franchisees, and its supply chain operations, which include 25 domestic and five Canadian dough manufacturing and supply chain facilities. These facilities centralize purchasing, preparation, and last-mile delivery for Domino's restaurants in the US and Canada.
In 2023, Domino's achieved roughly $18.3 billion in system sales, solidifying its position as the top player in the global pizza market, ahead of competitors like Pizza Hut, Little Caesars, and Papa John's. Domino's technological innovations have been a hallmark of its strategy, with significant investments in digital ordering platforms. In the U.S., over 85% of retail sales in 2023 were made via digital channels, including platforms like Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa, and text-to-order services.
Recent achievements include the launch of Pinpoint Delivery in 2023, enabling customers to receive delivery almost anywhere, marking a new era in delivery services. The company is also known for its cutting-edge ordering apps for iPhone® and Android™ and continues to introduce delicious new menu items.
Domino's is greatly involved in community and charitable activities. In 2023, Domino's customers donated more than $16 million to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®, supporting its mission to advance treatments and research for childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Domino's also committed to funding The Domino's Village, a patient housing facility at St. Jude, showcasing its ongoing support and dedication to social causes.
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On March 15, 2021, Domino's Pizza announced the promotion of Frank Garrido to executive vice president of U.S. operations and support, effective immediately. He succeeds Tom Curtis, who has left for another opportunity. Garrido brings extensive operational experience, having joined Domino's in 2017 as a regional vice president and previously worked at Focus Brands. Domino's, the largest pizza company globally, reported over $16.1 billion in global retail sales in 2020, with a strong emphasis on digital sales channels.
Domino's Pizza (DPZ) reported robust fourth-quarter and fiscal 2020 results, highlighting a 21.7% increase in global retail sales in Q4 and a 12.5% increase for the year. U.S. same-store sales grew 11.2% in Q4, marking the 39th consecutive quarter of growth. Diluted EPS rose 23.4% to $3.85 in Q4, with fiscal 2020 EPS at $12.39, up 29.6%. The company saw net store growth of 388 locations in Q4. A new $1.0 billion share repurchase program was authorized, and a quarterly dividend of $0.94 was declared, up 20.5%.
Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) announced a record-breaking fundraising achievement of $13 million in 2020 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. This initiative contributes to Domino's commitment to raise $100 million by 2030, with $10.2 million raised during the annual Thanks and Giving campaign. The funds will support the construction of The Domino's Village, a housing facility for families of children receiving care at St. Jude, set to open in spring 2023.
Domino's Pizza announces a live webcast for its Q4 and year-end 2020 earnings on February 20, 2021, at 10 a.m. EST. This event will be accessible at biz.dominos.com and archived for later access. In 2019, Domino's reported global retail sales exceeding $14.3 billion, with significant digital sales growth. The company has over 17,200 stores worldwide and continues to innovate in technology, enhancing customer ordering experiences.
Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) will present at the 2021 ICR Conference on January 12 at 11:30 a.m. EST. The presentation will feature remarks and Q&A with CFO Stu Levy and Director of Investor Relations Chris Brandon. Investors can access the live webcast at biz.dominos.com. Post-event, the presentation will be archived on the Domino's website for later viewing. As of 2019, Domino's reported global retail sales over $14.3 billion, making it a leader in the pizza industry.
Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) is offering over $44,000 in scholarships for full-time students at 37 UNCF-member historically black colleges. The application window is open until Jan. 12, 2021. This initiative, announced after a pledge made in June 2020 to support the Black community, aims to award at least 10 scholarships of up to $4,400 each. Eligible students must maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 and submit necessary documentation. For more details, interested students can visit the UNCF Domino's Pizza Scholarship page.
Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) announced a special bonus totaling over $9.6 million for more than 11,500 hourly team members and drivers this December, with eligible employees earning up to $1,200. This follows an earlier bonus and initiatives to support frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company also aims to hire an additional 30,000 employees to meet rising demand. In 2019, Domino's reported global retail sales exceeding $14.3 billion. The announcement underscores Domino's commitment to its employees and community support during challenging times.
Domino's Pizza is offering customers a special promotion: those who order online from now until April 11, 2021, will receive 30 days of free access to EPIX NOW, a premium streaming service featuring over 2,000 movies and 300 hours of original content. The initiative aims to enhance family entertainment options at home during winter months. Customers can access the service without a credit card and will be charged only after the free period ends. Domino's reported over $3.7 billion in global retail sales for Q3 2020.
Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the world’s largest pizza company, has appointed WorkInProgress as its new agency of record, starting January 2021. WorkInProgress will focus on brand strategy, creative execution, and digital design. This partnership follows a successful 13-year run with Crispin Porter Bogusky, which enhanced Domino's sales and e-commerce capabilities. In 2019, Domino's reported over $14.3 billion in global retail sales, with significant growth driven by digital channels, accounting for over 65% of U.S. sales.