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Papa John’s International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) generates a steady flow of news as a global quick-service restaurant pizza company and the world’s third-largest pizza delivery brand. With approximately 6,000 restaurants in about 50 countries and territories and a focus on its “BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA.®” promise, the company regularly issues updates on menu innovation, technology initiatives, franchising activity, and financial performance.
News coverage for Papa Johns often features product and menu announcements, such as the test of a Protein Crust Pizza made with protein-infused dough, or the launch of The Grand Papa, described as its largest pizza ever, along with new desserts like the Salted Caramel Blondie. These stories highlight how the brand combines ingredient-focused positioning with new offerings tailored to evolving customer preferences.
Investors and industry followers will also find technology and digital transformation news. Papa Johns has announced a partnership with Google Cloud to deploy an AI-based Food Ordering agent that supports voice and text ordering across multiple channels, and a separate partnership with PAR Technology to roll out PAR POS and PAR OPS across thousands of U.S. restaurants as part of its next-generation in-restaurant technology stack.
In addition, the news stream includes corporate and financial updates, such as quarterly earnings releases, dividend declarations, refranchising agreements with franchise partners like Pie Investments, and leadership changes reported through press releases and Form 8-K filings. For readers tracking PZZA, this page brings together these developments so they can follow how Papa Johns manages its restaurant network, brand, and technology investments over time.
Papa Johns has announced its participation in the upcoming 2025 ICR Conference, where key leadership members will engage with institutional investors on January 13 & 14, 2025. The company's executives, including Todd Penegor (President and CEO), Ravi Thanawala (CFO and EVP, International), and Stacy Frole (VP of Investor Relations), will participate in an analyst-led fireside chat scheduled for 8:00 a.m. ET on January 14, 2025.
The fireside discussion will be accessible through a live audio webcast on Papa Johns' Investor Relations website, with a replay available shortly after the event concludes.
Papa Johns (PZZA) is hosting its previously announced analyst and investor meeting on December 12, 2024, at 10:00 am ET. The event will feature President and CEO Todd Penegor sharing insights from his first 100 days, along with presentations from CFO Ravi Thanawala. The program includes a fireside chat with key leadership team members, including the Chief Restaurant and Development Officer, Chief Digital and Technology Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer, followed by an open Q&A session. No formal financial guidance will be provided during the meeting. A live video webcast will be available on Papa Johns' Investor Relations website, with replay access after the event.
Papa Johns and Aviation American Gin have partnered to create the 'Cini Tini', a unique cocktail combining Papa Johns' signature pepperoncini with Aviation American Gin. The drink was unveiled for National Happy Hour Day, featuring a recipe that includes pepperoncini brine and Aviation American Gin. Scott Uehlein, Vice President of Culinary at Papa Johns, emphasized how this innovation combines their iconic pepperoncini with the botanical blend of Aviation Gin. While not available in restaurants, customers can make the cocktail at home using Papa Johns pepperoncini and following the provided six-step recipe.
Papa Johns has appointed Jenna Bromberg as Chief Marketing Officer, effective Nov. 14. Bromberg joins from Carter's Inc., where she served as Vice President of Brand Marketing & Creative, and previously held the position of Director of Core Brand Marketing at Pizza Hut. In her new role, she will lead Papa Johns' marketing strategy, brand development, digital customer experience, and creative initiatives. Reporting to CEO Todd Penegor, Bromberg will focus on elevating the brand through data-driven campaigns and overseeing product innovation to expand market presence.
Papa Johns (Nasdaq: PZZA) reported its Q3 2024 financial results, highlighting a 6% decline in North America comparable sales and a 3% drop in international comparable sales. The company opened 25 net new restaurants, with global system-wide sales down 3% to $1.19 billion. Total revenues fell 3% to $507 million, primarily due to lower international and domestic sales. Operating income surged to $65 million, driven by gains from property sales, while adjusted operating income decreased to $29 million. Diluted EPS rose to $1.27 from $0.48, but adjusted EPS dropped to $0.43 from $0.53. CEO Todd Penegor emphasized strategic initiatives and potential for sustainable growth. The company paid $15.2 million in dividends and declared a Q4 dividend of $0.46 per share.
Papa Johns (Nasdaq: PZZA) has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.46 per common share. The dividend will be paid on November 29, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 18, 2024. At this quarterly rate, the annual dividend amounts to $1.84 per common share.
Papa Johns (Nasdaq: PZZA) has announced an analyst and investor meeting scheduled for December 12, 2024, in Atlanta. The event will feature President and CEO Todd Penegor sharing insights from his first 100 days at the company and moderating a fireside chat with key leaders.
The meeting, starting at 10:00 am ET, will include prepared remarks from Penegor and CFO Ravi Thanawala, followed by discussions with other executive team members. While no formal financial guidance will be provided, the event will offer a chance to sample Papa Johns products and interact with management.
A live video webcast will be available on the Papa Johns Investor Relations website, with registration required at least 15 minutes before the start. The event is expected to conclude around 12:00 pm ET, with in-person attendance to institutional investors and sell-side analysts.
Papa Johns has announced the return of the Shaq-a-Roni pizza for its 5th year, available for a time in the U.S. This extra-large pizza, created in partnership with Shaquille O'Neal, features Papa Johns' fresh dough, extra cheese, and over 60 pepperonis. For every Shaq-a-Roni sold, Papa Johns donates $1 to The Papa Johns Foundation, which supports youth leadership, entrepreneurship, and combats food insecurity.
Over the past four years, Shaq-a-Roni sales have raised $13.1 million, with more than $4 million invested through the Foundation's Building Community Fund since 2021. This year, the fund is supporting over 250 nonprofit organizations across the U.S., focusing on alleviating child food insecurity. The Shaq-a-Roni will be available to Papa Rewards members from October 14, and to all customers nationally from October 21 for $12.99.
Papa Johns International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) has announced it will release its third quarter financial results for 2024 before the market opens on Thursday, November 7, 2024. A conference call discussing these results will follow at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Key participants on the call will include Todd Penegor (President and CEO), Ravi Thanawala (CFO and EVP, International), and Stacy Frole (VP of Investor Relations). Those interested in attending the conference call or webcast should register online at ir.papajohns.com/events-presentations, preferably a day in advance or at least 15 minutes before the call starts.
A replay of the webcast will be available approximately two hours after the call and will be archived on the same web page.
PEPSI® launches the 'PEPSI Chase Cars' campaign to promote that pizza tastes #BetterWithPepsi. The brand is offering tens of thousands of FREE pizzas on DoorDash with the purchase of ANY Pepsi from Little Caesars, Papa Johns, Pizza Hut, and Marco's Pizza on September 13, 2024, from 4-10 p.m. ET.
The campaign features humorous stunt videos showing PEPSI Chase Cars ensuring pizza deliveries include a Pepsi. Customers who purchase Pepsi products in 2L or 20 oz. bottles can enjoy a free pizza with minimum order amounts ranging from $30 to $45, depending on the restaurant.
This initiative is part of Pepsi's #BetterWithPepsi platform, aiming to prove that all food, especially pizza, deserves to be paired with Pepsi for optimal enjoyment.