Fat Brands Stock Price, News & Analysis

FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT), a global franchising company managing 18 restaurant brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Twin Peaks, and Fazoli's, has announced its participation in the Noble Capital Markets' Emerging Growth Virtual Equity Conference. Chairman Andy Wiederhorn and Co-CEO/CFO Ken Kuick will present on June 5, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST. The presentation will be available through a free registration process, and a video webcast will be archived for 90 days on both the company's investor relations website and Channelchek.com. Qualified investors can schedule one-on-one meetings with company representatives during the event.

Pretzelmaker, owned by FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT), is launching Cheetos Flamin' Hot Pretzel Bites as a limited-time menu item available through July 13, 2025. This spicy offering follows the successful launch of Cheetos Pretzel Bites from last summer. The new snack features fresh-baked, hand-rolled pretzel bites dusted with Cheetos' Flamin' Hot seasoning, paired with the chain's all-natural Lemonade.

Pretzelmaker, which started in 1991, has grown to over 280 locations worldwide. The chain is part of FAT Brands' portfolio, which owns 18 restaurant brands and operates over 2,300 units globally. This collaboration represents a partnership between Pretzelmaker and Cheetos, a brand under PepsiCo's Frito-Lay North America division.

FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) reported its Q1 2025 financial results, showing mixed performance. The company opened 23 new locations, a 37% increase from last year, and maintains a development pipeline of ~1,000 signed agreements. However, financial metrics showed decline with total revenue down 6.5% to $142.0 million and system-wide same-store sales declining 3.4%. The company reported a net loss of $46.0 million ($2.73 per share). Notable strategic moves include the spin-off of Twin Hospitality Group delivering a $50 million dividend to shareholders, plans to refranchise 57 Fazoli's restaurants, and expansion into France with 40 new locations. The company is also diversifying through co-branding initiatives and manufacturing capabilities expansion, including a new third-party contract with a national restaurant entertainment chain.

FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT), the parent company of notable restaurant brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Twin Peaks, Fazoli's and 13 other concepts, has scheduled its first quarter 2025 financial results announcement for May 8, 2025. The company will host a conference call at 5:30 PM ET following the release of the financial results earlier that day.

The conference call will be led by Chairman Andy Wiederhorn and Co-CEO/CFO Ken Kuick. Investors can join via phone (U.S.: 1-877-704-4453, International: 1-201-389-0920) or webcast through the company's website. A replay will be available until May 29, 2025, accessible by phone (U.S.: 1-844-512-2921, International: 1-412-317-6671) using passcode 13752592.

Fazoli's, owned by FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT), has launched a limited-time menu featuring four new loaded ravioli dishes available through June 30, 2025. The offerings start at $5.99 for the Fresh-Tossed Ravioli and include Three Meat Ravioli, Chicken Ravioli Alfredo, and Garlic Chicken Ravioli. All dine-in orders come with unlimited signature breadsticks.

The menu expansion also features the return of Orange Cream Cheesecake by popular demand. Fazoli's, America's largest QSR Italian chain, operates over 200 restaurants across 26 states, maintaining its commitment to serving quality Italian food with fast, fresh, and friendly service since 1988.

FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) has announced plans to expand its Buffalo's Cafe restaurant chain in France through a partnership with Big M CIE. The expansion includes opening 10 new locations over the next three years, with the first three units scheduled to open by 2026. The company is introducing a new fast casual model with a smaller footprint to facilitate global growth.

The expansion agreement follows Big M CIE's previous commitment to open 30 Fatburger locations in France, bringing their total FAT Brands commitment to 40 locations. Buffalo's Cafe, founded in 1985, is known for its Buffalo-style chicken wings and house-made wing sauces. FAT Brands currently owns 18 restaurant brands and operates over 2,300 units worldwide.

FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) has appointed Drew Martin as its new Chief Information Officer. Martin brings over 35 years of IT experience from both Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups. His notable previous roles include serving as SVP and CIO at Jack in the Box and Sony Electronics, along with experience at PepsiCo and Lytx Inc., where he led AI product feature development.

In his new role, Martin will focus on implementing scalable technological solutions to support FAT Brands' growth across its portfolio of 18 restaurant brands and over 2,300 units worldwide. The appointment aligns with the company's strategy to enhance technology platforms, improve guest experience, and streamline operations.

FAT Brands announces significant leadership changes as Taylor Wiederhorn steps into the role of Co-Chief Executive Officer, while Rob Rosen transitions to a consulting position focused on debt/capital markets. Wiederhorn, who previously served as Chief Development Officer for eight years and brand CEO for 15 concepts in 2023, will work alongside continuing Co-CEO and CFO Ken Kuick.

The company, which operates 18 restaurant brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, and Johnny Rockets, maintains a strong presence in the global franchising sector with over 2,300 units worldwide. Wiederhorn brings extensive experience in franchise development, having overseen the sale of thousands of new franchise locations across the brand portfolio.

This leadership transition follows several strategic milestones, including Rosen's four-year tenure marked by multiple acquisitions, his 2023 appointment as Co-CEO, and the recent IPO of Twin Hospitality Group.

Pretzelmaker, owned by FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT), has announced the opening of a new location in Ardmore, Oklahoma, situated within a Valero convenience store. The store will offer their signature made-from-scratch Pretzel Bites and fresh-squeezed Lemonade, operating daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

This strategic expansion marks a significant step in Pretzelmaker's non-traditional growth strategy, particularly in the convenience store sector. According to Allison Lauenstein, President of Pretzelmaker, this location will provide valuable insights for future expansion through the convenience store channel, leveraging their on-the-go offerings.

Pretzelmaker, which began in 1991 as a single pretzel stand, has grown to nearly 200 locations worldwide. The brand is part of FAT Brands' portfolio, which encompasses 18 restaurant brands and over 2,300 units globally.