Wingstop Inc. Reports Fiscal First Quarter Financial Results
Wingstop reported a 12.7% increase in system-wide sales, reaching $630 million for Q1 2022. Despite a 7.8% rise in total revenue to $76.2 million, net income fell to $8.7 million or $0.29 per diluted share, down from $13.2 million or $0.44 the previous year. Domestic same-store sales grew 1.2%, and adjusted EBITDA decreased to $22.1 million. The company reported 60 new openings and raised full-year guidance to over 220 units. A quarterly dividend of $0.17 per share was also declared.
- System-wide sales increased 12.7% to $630 million.
- Net new restaurant openings of 60, a 13.4% increase.
- Domestic same-store sales up 31.8% over three years.
- Domestic AUV increased to $1.6 million.
- Raised full-year unit guidance to over 220 new openings.
- Net income dropped to $8.7 million, down 34% year-over-year.
- Adjusted EBITDA fell to $22.1 million, a decrease of 7.6% from the previous year.
- Cost of sales increased to 81.9% of company-owned restaurant sales, up from 75.6% a year ago.
- SG&A expense rose $4.3 million to $18.1 million.
Expecting meaningful commodity deflation, raising full year unit guidance to 220+
DALLAS, May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop Inc. ("Wingstop" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: WING) today announced financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended March 26, 2022.
Highlights for the fiscal first quarter 2022 compared to the fiscal first quarter 2021:
- System-wide sales increased
12.7% to$630.0 million - 60 net new openings in the fiscal first quarter 2022, an increase of
13.4% - Domestic same-store sales increased
1.2% - Three-year domestic same-store sales increased
31.8% - Domestic restaurant AUV increased to
$1.6 million - Digital sales were
62.3% of sales, comparable to the prior fiscal first quarter - Total revenue increased
7.8% to$76.2 million - Net income of
$8.7 million , or$0.29 per diluted share, compared to net income of$13.2 million , or$0.44 per diluted share in the prior fiscal first quarter. Adjusted net income and adjusted earnings per diluted share, both non-GAAP measures, were$10.2 million and$0.34 per diluted share, compared to$13.2 million and$0.44 per diluted share in the prior fiscal first quarter - Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, of
$22.1 million , compared to adjusted EBITDA of$23.9 million in the prior fiscal quarter
Adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net income, adjusted earnings per diluted share, and cost of sales excluding pre-opening expenses are non-GAAP measures. Reconciliations of adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net income, adjusted earnings per diluted share, and cost of sales excluding pre-opening expenses to the most directly comparable financial measure presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP") are set forth in the schedule accompanying this release. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures."
"Our first quarter 2022 results reflect the strength and momentum in our global development with a record 60 net new restaurant openings," said Michael Skipworth, President & Chief Executive Officer. "We delivered domestic same-store sales growth of
Key operating metrics for the fiscal first quarter 2022 compared to the fiscal first quarter 2021:
Thirteen Weeks Ended | |||
March 26, 2022 | March 27, 2021 | ||
Number of system-wide restaurants open at end of period | 1,791 | 1,579 | |
Number of domestic franchise restaurants open at end of period | 1,551 | 1,371 | |
Number of international franchise restaurants open at end of period | 203 | 175 | |
System-wide sales (in thousands) | $ 630,007 | $ 558,869 | |
Domestic restaurant AUV (in thousands) | $ 1,602 | $ 1,547 | |
Domestic same-store sales growth | 1.2 % | 20.7 % | |
Company-owned domestic same store sales growth | 2.1 % | 13.4 % | |
Net income (in thousands) | $ 8,676 | $ 13,160 | |
Adjusted net income (in thousands) | $ 10,153 | $ 13,160 | |
Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) | $ 22,089 | $ 23,914 | |
Fiscal first quarter 2022 financial results
Total revenue for the fiscal first quarter 2022 increased to
- Royalty revenue, franchise fees and other increased
$3.5 million primarily due to 208 net franchise restaurant openings since March 27, 2021, as well as domestic same-store sales growth of1.2% . - Advertising fees increased
$1.0 million due to the12.7% increase in system-wide sales in the fiscal quarter ended March 26, 2022 compared to the fiscal quarter ended March 27, 2021. - Company-owned restaurant sales increased
$1.0 million primarily due to an increase of$0.7 million related to the addition of four net new company-owned restaurants since March 27, 2021, as well as an increase of$0.3 million , or2.1% , company-owned same store sales growth, which was driven by an increase in menu prices, partially offset by a decline in transactions.
Cost of sales increased to
Selling, general & administrative expense ("SG&A") increased
Interest expense, net was
Loss on debt extinguishment was
Income tax expense was
Financial Outlook
The Company is providing updated guidance for 2022, which is a 53-week fiscal year:
- 220+ net new units, which assumes no additional delays in supply chain availability;
- Low-single digit domestic same store sales growth;
- SG&A of between
$70.0 -$72.0 million ; - Stock-based compensation expense of between
$7.5 -$8.5 million ; and - Diluted earnings per share of between
$1.55 to$1.57 .
Additionally, the Company is reiterating the following guidance for 2022:
- Depreciation and amortization of between
$10.5 -$11.5 million ; and - Interest expense of approximately
$23.5 million .
Restaurant Development
As of March 26, 2022, there were 1,791 Wingstop restaurants system-wide. This included 1,588 restaurants in the United States, of which 1,551 were franchised restaurants and 37 were company-owned, and 203 franchised restaurants in international markets. During the fiscal first quarter 2022, there were 60 net system-wide Wingstop restaurant openings.
Quarterly Dividend
In recognition of the Company's strong cash flow generation and our commitment to returning value to stockholders, on May 3, 2022, the Company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of
The following definitions apply to these terms as used in this release:
Domestic average unit volume ("AUV") consists of the average annual sales of all restaurants that have been open for a trailing 52-week period or longer. This measure is calculated by dividing sales during the applicable period for all restaurants being measured by the number of restaurants being measured. Domestic AUV includes revenue from both company-owned and franchised restaurants. Domestic AUV allows management to assess our company-owned and franchised restaurant economics. Changes in domestic AUV are primarily driven by increases in same-store sales and are also influenced by opening new restaurants.
Domestic same-store sales reflect the change in year-over-year sales for the comparable restaurant base. We define the comparable restaurant base to include those restaurants open for at least 52 full weeks. This measure highlights the performance of existing restaurants, while excluding the impact of new restaurant openings and permanent closures.
System-wide sales represents net sales for all of our company-owned and franchised restaurants, as reported by franchisees.
Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income before interest expense, net, income tax expense (benefit), and depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) further adjusted for losses on debt extinguishment and refinancing transactions, transaction costs, costs and fees associated with investments in our strategic initiatives, gains and losses on the disposal of assets, and stock-based compensation expense.
Adjusted net income is defined as net income adjusted for losses on debt extinguishment and refinancing transactions, transaction costs, costs and fees associated with investments in our strategic initiatives, gains and losses on the disposal of assets, and related tax adjustments.
Adjusted net income per diluted share is defined as adjusted net income divided by weighted average diluted share count.
We caution investors that amounts presented in accordance with our definitions above may not be comparable to similar measures disclosed by our competitors because not all companies and analysts calculate certain non-GAAP measurements in the same manner.
Conference Call and Webcast
The Company will host a conference call today to discuss the fiscal first quarter 2022 financial results at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. The conference call can be accessed live by dialing 1-877-259-5243 or 1-412-317-5176 (international). A replay will be available two hours after the call and can be accessed by dialing 1-877-344-7529 or 1-412-317-0088 (international), then entering the replay code 6028413. The replay will be available through Wednesday, May 11, 2022.
The conference call will also be webcast live and later archived on the investor relations section of Wingstop's corporate website at ir.wingstop.com under the 'News & Events' section.
About Wingstop
Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Dallas, TX, Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) operates and franchises more than 1,700 locations worldwide. The Wing Experts are dedicated to Serving the World Flavor through an unparalleled guest experience and use of a best-in-class technology platform, all while offering classic and boneless wings, tenders, and thigh bites, always cooked to order and hand sauced-and-tossed in fans' choice of 11 bold, distinctive flavors. Wingstop's menu also features signature sides including fresh-cut, seasoned fries and freshly-made ranch and bleu cheese dips.
In fiscal year 2021, Wingstop's system-wide sales increased
A key to this business success and consumer fandom stems from The Wingstop Way, which includes a core value system of being Authentic, Entrepreneurial, Service-minded, and Fun. The Wingstop Way extends to the brand's environmental, social and governance platform as Wingstop seeks to provide value to all stakeholders.
Rounding out a strong year in 2021, the Company was ranked #1 on Technomic 500's "Fastest Growing Franchise" and #22 on Entrepreneur Magazine's "Franchise 500," maintained its certification as a Great Place to Work, was named as a finalist for The Innovation SABRE Award's Best New Product/Brand Launch category for its Thighstop campaign, and named to Fast Company's "The World's Most Innovative Companies" list ranking #4 in the dining category.
For more information visit www.wingstop.com or www.wingstop.com/own-a-wingstop and follow @Wingstop on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Learn more about Wingstop's involvement in its local communities at www.wingstopcharities.org.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
To supplement our consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP, we use non-GAAP financial measures, including those indicated above. By providing non-GAAP financial measures, together with a reconciliation to the most comparable GAAP measure, we believe we are enhancing investors' understanding of our business and our results of operations, as well as assisting investors in evaluating how well we are executing our strategic initiatives. These measures are not intended to be considered in isolation or as substitutes for, or superior to, financial measures prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. The non-GAAP measures used in this press release may be different from the measures used by other companies. A reconciliation of each measure to the most directly comparable GAAP measure is available in this news release. In addition, the Current Report on Form 8-K furnished to the SEC concurrent with the issuance of this press release includes a more detailed description of each of these non-GAAP financial measures, together with a discussion of the usefulness and purpose of such measures.
Forward-looking Statements
This news release includes statements of our expectations, intentions, plans and beliefs that constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and are intended to come within the safe harbor protection provided by those sections. These statements, which involve risks and uncertainties, relate to the discussion of our business strategies and our expectations concerning future operations, margins, profitability, trends, liquidity and capital resources and to analyses and other information that are based on forecasts of future results and estimates of amounts not yet determinable. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the terms "may," "will," "should," "expect," "intend," "plan," "anticipate," "believe," "think," "estimate," "seek," "predict," "could," "project," "potential" or, in each case, their negative or other variations or comparable terminology, although not all forward-looking statements are accompanied by such terms. Examples of forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, our 2022 fiscal year outlook for domestic same store sales growth, the cost of chicken, SG&A expenses, stock-based compensation expense, depreciation and amortization, interest expense, diluted earnings per share, and unit growth, as well as statements regarding our progress toward our goal of becoming a Top 10 Global Restaurant Brand. These forward-looking statements are made based on expectations and beliefs concerning future events affecting us and are subject to uncertainties, risks, and factors relating to our operations and business environments, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond our control, that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those matters expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.
Our ability to achieve or maintain sales and earnings may be affected by COVID-19 related factors, including, among others: the length of time that the pandemic continues; the inability of workers, including third party delivery drivers, to work due to illness, quarantine, or government mandates; temporary store closures due to reduced workforces or government mandates; competitive labor market; and trends in consumer spending during and after the end of the pandemic. Please refer to the risk factors discussed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which can be found at the SEC's website www.sec.gov. The discussion of these risks is specifically incorporated by reference into this news release.
When considering forward-looking statements in this news release or that we make in other reports or statements, you should keep in mind the cautionary statements in this news release and future reports we file with the SEC. New risks and uncertainties arise from time to time, and we cannot predict when they may arise or how they may affect us. Any forward-looking statement in this news release speaks only as of the date on which it was made. Except as required by law, we assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements for any reason, or to update the reasons actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in any forward-looking statements, even if new information becomes available in the future.
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WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||
Consolidated Balance Sheets | |||
(amounts in thousands, except share and per share data) | |||
March 26, | December 25, | ||
(Unaudited) | |||
Assets | |||
Current assets | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 287,013 | $ 48,583 | |
Restricted cash | 10,257 | 3,448 | |
Accounts receivable, net | 6,385 | 6,993 | |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 3,652 | 4,928 | |
Advertising fund assets, restricted | 16,926 | 6,197 | |
Total current assets | 324,233 | 70,149 | |
Property and equipment, net | 57,314 | 54,503 | |
Goodwill | 56,877 | 56,877 | |
Trademarks | 32,700 | 32,700 | |
Customer relationships, net | 9,981 | 10,302 | |
Other non-current assets | 26,191 | 24,672 | |
Total assets | $ 507,296 | $ 249,203 | |
Liabilities and stockholders' deficit | |||
Current liabilities | |||
Accounts payable | $ 4,931 | $ 5,414 | |
Dividends payable | 120,149 | 300 | |
Other current liabilities | 24,512 | 27,770 | |
Current portion of debt | 4,850 | — | |
Advertising fund liabilities | 16,926 | 6,197 | |
Total current liabilities | 171,368 | 39,681 | |
Long-term debt, net | 710,918 | 469,394 | |
Deferred revenues, net of current | 26,893 | 28,024 | |
Deferred income tax liabilities, net | 6,942 | 7,432 | |
Other non-current liabilities | 15,402 | 14,197 | |
Total liabilities | 931,523 | 558,728 | |
Commitments and contingencies | |||
Stockholders' deficit | |||
Common stock, | 299 | 299 | |
Additional paid-in-capital | 409 | 463 | |
Retained deficit | (424,613) | (310,031) | |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (322) | (256) | |
Total stockholders' deficit | (424,227) | (309,525) | |
Total liabilities and stockholders' deficit | $ 507,296 | $ 249,203 | |
WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||
Consolidated Statements of Operations | |||
(amounts in thousands, except per share data) | |||
Thirteen Weeks Ended | |||
March 26, | March 27, | ||
(Unaudited) | (Unaudited) | ||
Revenue: | |||
Royalty revenue, franchise fees and other | $ 35,070 | $ 31,606 | |
Advertising fees | 22,539 | 21,520 | |
Company-owned restaurant sales | 18,596 | 17,564 | |
Total revenue | 76,205 | 70,690 | |
Costs and expenses: | |||
Cost of sales (1) | 15,674 | 13,279 | |
Advertising expenses | 23,167 | 22,027 | |
Selling, general and administrative | 18,086 | 13,786 | |
Depreciation and amortization | 2,227 | 1,795 | |
Loss on disposal of assets | 444 | — | |
Total costs and expenses | 59,598 | 50,887 | |
Operating income | 16,607 | 19,803 | |
Interest expense, net | 4,192 | 3,782 | |
Loss on debt extinguishment | 814 | — | |
Other expense | 65 | — | |
Income before income tax expense | 11,536 | 16,021 | |
Income tax expense | 2,860 | 2,861 | |
Net income | $ 8,676 | $ 13,160 | |
Earnings per share | |||
Basic | $ 0.29 | $ 0.44 | |
Diluted | $ 0.29 | $ 0.44 | |
Weighted average shares outstanding | |||
Basic | 29,851 | 29,706 | |
Diluted | 29,974 | 29,844 | |
Dividends per share | $ 4.17 | $ 0.14 | |
(1) Cost of sales includes all operating expenses of company-owned restaurants, including advertising |
WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||||||
Unaudited Supplemental Information | |||||||
Cost of Sales Margin Analysis | |||||||
(amounts in thousands) | |||||||
Thirteen Weeks Ended | |||||||
March 26, 2022 | March 27, 2021 | ||||||
In dollars | As a % of | In dollars | As a % of | ||||
Cost of sales: | |||||||
Food, beverage and packaging costs | 7,967 | 42.8 % | 7,304 | 41.6 % | |||
Labor costs | 4,807 | 25.8 % | 3,728 | 21.2 % | |||
Other restaurant operating expenses | 2,862 | 15.4 % | 2,627 | 15.0 % | |||
Vendor rebates | (407) | (2.2) % | (380) | (2.2) % | |||
Cost of sales (excluding pre-opening expenses) | 15,229 | 81.9 % | 13,279 | 75.6 % | |||
Pre-opening expenses | 445 | 2.4 % | — | — % | |||
Total cost of sales | 15,674 | 84.3 % | 13,279 | 75.6 % | |||
WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||
Unaudited Supplemental Information | |||
Restaurant Count | |||
Thirteen Weeks Ended | |||
March 26, | March 27, | ||
Domestic Franchised Activity: | |||
Beginning of period | 1,498 | 1,327 | |
Openings | 56 | 44 | |
Closures | (3) | — | |
Restaurants end of period | 1,551 | 1,371 | |
Domestic Company-Owned Activity: | |||
Beginning of period | 36 | 32 | |
Openings | 1 | 1 | |
Closures | — | — | |
Restaurants end of period | 37 | 33 | |
Total Domestic Restaurants | 1,588 | 1,404 | |
International Franchised Activity: | |||
Beginning of period | 197 | 179 | |
Openings | 7 | 2 | |
Closures | (1) | (6) | |
Restaurants end of period | 203 | 175 | |
Total System-wide Restaurants | 1,791 | 1,579 | |
WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||
Non-GAAP Financial Measures - EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA | |||
(Unaudited) | |||
(amounts in thousands) | |||
Thirteen Weeks Ended | |||
March 26, | March 27, | ||
Net income | $ 8,676 | $ 13,160 | |
Interest expense, net | 4,192 | 3,782 | |
Income tax expense (benefit) | 2,860 | 2,861 | |
Depreciation and amortization | 2,227 | 1,795 | |
EBITDA | $ 17,955 | $ 21,598 | |
Additional adjustments: | |||
Loss on debt extinguishment and financing transaction costs (a) | 1,124 | — | |
Loss on disposal of assets (b) | 444 | — | |
Consulting fees (c) | 375 | — | |
Stock-based compensation expense (d) | 2,191 | 2,316 | |
Adjusted EBITDA | $ 22,089 | $ 23,914 | |
(a) | Represents costs and expenses related to our new securitized financing facility and payment of a special dividend, |
(b) | Represents a loss resulting from the sale of assets to a franchisee pursuant to a multi-unit development agreement |
(c) | Represents costs and expenses related to a consulting project to support the Company's strategic initiatives, |
(d) | Includes non-cash, stock-based compensation. |
WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES | |||
Non-GAAP Financial Measures - Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS | |||
(Unaudited) | |||
(amounts in thousands, except per share data) | |||
Thirteen Weeks Ended | |||
March 26, | March 27, | ||
Numerator: | |||
Net income | $ 8,676 | $ 13,160 | |
Adjustments: | |||
Loss on debt extinguishment and financing transaction costs (a) | 1,124 | — | |
Loss on disposal of assets (b) | 444 | — | |
Consulting fees (c) | 375 | — | |
Tax effect of adjustments (d) | (466) | — | |
Adjusted net income | $ 10,153 | $ 13,160 | |
Denominator: | |||
Weighted-average shares outstanding - diluted | 29,974 | 29,844 | |
Adjusted earnings per diluted share | $ 0.34 | $ 0.44 | |
(a) | Represents costs and expenses related to our new securitized financing facility and payment of a special dividend, |
(b) | Represents a loss resulting from the sale of assets to a franchisee pursuant to a multi-unit development agreement |
(c) | Represents costs and expenses related to a consulting project to support the Company's strategic initiatives, which are |
(d) | Represents the tax effect of the aforementioned adjustments to reflect corporate income taxes at an assumed effective |
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