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Papa John's International Inc. reports news on a global pizza restaurant system built around company-owned restaurants, franchised restaurants, North America commissaries, and international operations. Company updates commonly cover system-wide restaurant sales, comparable sales in North America and international markets, restaurant openings, earnings releases, dividend declarations, and refranchising activity.
Recurring announcements also include Papa Johns menu and digital-commerce initiatives, such as new product categories, limited-time promotions, the Papa Rewards and Papa Dough loyalty programs, mobile-app ordering features, and brand collaborations tied to the company’s delivery and carryout business.
Papa Johns (Nasdaq: PZZA) reported second quarter 2026 total revenues of $482.4 million, down 8.8% year over year, and net income of $8.7 million versus $9.7 million. Global system-wide restaurant sales were $1.20 billion, a 4.8% decline, with North America comparable sales down 8.3% and International comparable sales up 1.5%.
Diluted EPS was $0.24 (vs. $0.28), while adjusted diluted EPS rose to $0.46 (vs. $0.41), and adjusted EBITDA was roughly flat at $52.7 million. The company opened 50 new restaurants system-wide but ended the quarter with a net decline of 42 locations, to 5,978 globally. Free cash flow for the first half of 2026 fell to $9.5 million from $36.5 million.
Papa Johns reduced its 2026 outlook, now expecting global system-wide sales down 2–4% and North America comparable sales down 6–8%, and cut adjusted EBITDA guidance to $180–190 million. The Board decided to suspend the quarterly dividend beginning in third quarter 2026 to fund its transformation strategy.
Papa Johns (NASDAQ: PZZA) announced multiple leadership changes effective immediately to support its ongoing strategic transformation. Chris Lyn-Sue, previously Senior Vice President and General Manager of International, has been appointed Global Chief Marketing Officer after serving as interim CMO in 2024 and helping deliver seven consecutive quarters of positive international comparable sales.
John Matter, formerly Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Interim Head of North American Development, has been named to the newly created role of Global Chief Development Officer and Assistant Corporate Secretary, leading global expansion, franchise development and strategic partnerships. Caroline Miller Oyler becomes Chief Legal and Administrative Officer, reassuming leadership of the Legal function while continuing as Corporate Secretary. Chris Phylactou, previously Managing Director for UK, Europe & Canada, has been promoted to Senior Vice President, International. Jenna Bromberg will depart Papa Johns, serving in an advisory capacity through August 28 to support the transition.
Papa Johns (NASDAQ:PZZA) announced the return of its limited-time Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza across the U.S. this summer. The pizza uses fresh, never-frozen original dough made from six ingredients, hand-stuffed with real pepperoni and cheese baked into the crust, and finished with signature garlic seasoning.
The Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust Pizza is available nationwide for a limited time, starting at $14.99 for a large one-topping pizza, with customization options via PapaJohns.com and the Papa Johns app.
Papa Johns (Nasdaq: PZZA) appointed Chris Collins, Senior Vice President of Corporate Finance and Principal Accounting Officer, as interim Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Collins succeeds Ravi Thanawala, who is leaving to become CFO at another public company and will advise Papa Johns through July 31, 2026.
Papa Johns has begun a search for a permanent CFO. Marc Richard, Senior Vice President of North America Operations, now oversees all North America operations. The company plans to release Q2 2026 financial results on Thursday, August 6, 2026, followed by an earnings conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Papa Johns (Nasdaq:PZZA) will release its second quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, August 6, 2026. A conference call will follow at 8:00 a.m. ET, featuring key executives.
Investors can access the live webcast and replay via the Papa Johns investor relations calendar at ir.papajohns.com.
Papa Johns (PZZA) is launching limited-time Papa Johns Pizza Planet pop-ups to celebrate Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5, in theaters June 19, 2026. Retro pizza-arcade experiences will open in Los Angeles, London, Seoul and Madrid, featuring themed games, giveaways and exclusive merch.
From May 26 to July 19, 2026, a limited-edition Toy Story 5 menu rolls out across 43 markets, including pizzas like Space Ranger Roni, Sheriff’s Roundup and Reach for the Pie. A U.S.-only in-app game, Operation Pizza, offers Papa Rewards perks from June 1 for one month.
Papa Johns (NASDAQ:PZZA) is launching a bottled Garlic Flavored Sauce in U.S. grocery and retail stores this summer. Inspired by its Special Garlic Dipping Sauce, the product aims to deliver the brand’s buttery, garlicky flavor for dipping, drizzling, and cooking at home.
It will roll out to select retailers including Walmart, Kroger, Albertson’s, Safeway, and H-E-B, with availability varying by store. Papa Johns is also introducing recipes and product details at papajohns.com/garlicsauce.
Papa Johns (NYSE:PZZA) launched Skies to Pies on May 8, 2026, a limited‑time promotion converting eligible former Spirit Airlines loyalty membership proof into free pizza codes. The first 250 verified participants receive a code for one free large one‑topping pizza after joining Papa Rewards and messaging proof on Instagram.
No blackout dates; offer limited to supplies and verification requirements apply.
Papa Johns (Nasdaq: PZZA) reported first-quarter 2026 results for the period ended March 29, 2026. Global system-wide restaurant sales were $1.20 billion, down 3% year-over-year; total revenues were $478.6 million, down 7.7%. Net income was $6.9 million and adjusted EBITDA was $47.8 million. The company opened 28 restaurants and refranchised 85 restaurants in Q4 2025, which reduced company-owned revenues. Free cash flow was an outflow of $6.2 million. The board declared a $0.46 quarterly dividend payable May 29, 2026. Full-year 2026 guidance was reiterated, including adjusted EBITDA of $200–$210 million.
Papa John’s (Nasdaq: PZZA) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.46 per common share, payable May 29, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 18, 2026. At this quarterly rate, the annualized dividend equals $1.84 per common share.