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Wingstop Inc. Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) reported strong fiscal Q2 2024 results, with system-wide sales up 45.2% to $1.2 billion. The company saw 28.7% growth in domestic same-store sales, driven primarily by increased transactions. Total revenue rose 45.3% to $155.7 million, while net income surged 69.9% to $27.5 million. Wingstop opened 73 net new restaurants, bringing its total to 2,352 locations worldwide. The company's domestic average unit volume (AUV) reached $2.0 million, a target achieved two years ahead of schedule. Based on these results, Wingstop updated its 2024 guidance, projecting approximately 20% domestic same-store sales growth and 285-300 global net new units.

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) ha riportato risultati forti per il secondo trimestre fiscale 2024, con un aumento delle vendite a livello di sistema del 45,2% a 1,2 miliardi di dollari. L'azienda ha registrato una crescita del 28,7% nelle vendite comparabili domestiche, principalmente grazie all'aumento delle transazioni. I ricavi totali sono aumentati del 45,3% a 155,7 milioni di dollari, mentre l'utile netto è balzato del 69,9% a 27,5 milioni di dollari. Wingstop ha aperto 73 nuovi ristoranti netti, portando il totale a 2.352 sedi in tutto il mondo. Il volume medio per unità (AUV) domestico dell'azienda ha raggiunto i 2,0 milioni di dollari, un obiettivo raggiunto con due anni di anticipo. Sulla base di questi risultati, Wingstop ha aggiornato le sue previsioni per il 2024, prevedendo circa un aumento del 20% delle vendite comparabili domestiche e 285-300 nuove unità globali nette.

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) reportó resultados sólidos para el segundo trimestre fiscal de 2024, con ventas a nivel de sistema que aumentaron un 45,2% a 1,2 mil millones de dólares. La compañía experimentó un crecimiento del 28,7% en las ventas comparables en el país, impulsado principalmente por un aumento en las transacciones. Los ingresos totales aumentaron un 45,3% a 155,7 millones de dólares, mientras que las ganancias netas se dispararon un 69,9% a 27,5 millones de dólares. Wingstop abrió 73 nuevos restaurantes netos, elevando su total a 2,352 ubicaciones en todo el mundo. El volumen promedio por unidad (AUV) en el país alcanzó los 2,0 millones de dólares, un objetivo alcanzado dos años antes de lo programado. Basado en estos resultados, Wingstop actualizó su orientación para 2024, proyectando un crecimiento de aproximadamente el 20% en las ventas comparables en el país y entre 285 y 300 nuevas unidades netas globales.

윙스톱 주식회사 (NASDAQ: WING)는 2024 회계년도 2분기 실적을 강하게 발표했으며, 시스템 전반의 매출이 45.2% 증가하여 12억 달러에 달했습니다. 회사는 국내 매장 비교 판매에서 28.7%의 성장을 보였습니다, 주로 거래 수의 증가에 의해 촉진되었습니다. 총 수익은 45.3% 증가하여 1억 5천 570만 달러에 이르렀습니다, 반면 순이익은 69.9% 증가하여 2천 750만 달러에 달했습니다. 윙스톱은 73개의 신규 레스토랑을 열어 전 세계 2,352개의 매장을 운영하게 되었습니다. 회사의 국내 평균 시설량(AUV)은 200만 달러에 도달했습니다, 이는 예정보다 2년 빨리 달성한 목표입니다. 이러한 결과를 바탕으로, 윙스톱은 2024년도 가이던스를 업데이트하며 국내 매장 비교 판매 성장률을 약 20%로 예상하고, 285-300개의 새로운 글로벌 순 매장을 예측하고 있습니다.

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) a rapporté de solides résultats pour le deuxième trimestre fiscal 2024, avec des ventes à l'échelle du système en hausse de 45,2% à 1,2 milliard de dollars. L'entreprise a connu une croissance de 28,7% des ventes comparables domestiques, principalement grâce à une augmentation des transactions. Les revenus totaux ont augmenté de 45,3% pour atteindre 155,7 millions de dollars, tandis que le bénéfice net a bondi de 69,9% à 27,5 millions de dollars. Wingstop a ouvert 73 nouveaux restaurants nets, portant le total à 2 352 emplacements dans le monde. Le volume moyen par unité (AUV) domestique de l'entreprise a atteint 2,0 millions de dollars, un objectif atteint deux ans plus tôt que prévu. Sur la base de ces résultats, Wingstop a mis à jour ses prévisions pour 2024, projetant une croissance des ventes comparables domestiques d'environ 20% et 285-300 nouvelles unités nettes mondiales.

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) hat starke Ergebnisse für das zweite Quartal 2024 gemeldet, mit einem Anstieg des systemweiten Umsatzes um 45,2% auf 1,2 Milliarden US-Dollar. Das Unternehmen verzeichnete ein Wachstum von 28,7% bei den vergleichbaren Inlandsumsätzen, das hauptsächlich durch eine Zunahme der Transaktionen bedingt war. Der Gesamtumsatz stieg um 45,3% auf 155,7 Millionen US-Dollar, während der Nettogewinn um 69,9% auf 27,5 Millionen US-Dollar anstieg. Wingstop eröffnete 73 netto neue Restaurants, wodurch sich die Gesamtzahl auf 2.352 Standorte weltweit erhöhte. Das durchschnittliche Volumen pro Einheit (AUV) im Inland erreichte 2,0 Millionen US-Dollar, ein Ziel, das zwei Jahre früher als geplant erreicht wurde. Basierend auf diesen Ergebnissen hat Wingstop seine Prognose für 2024 aktualisiert und rechnet mit einem Wachstum der vergleichbaren Inlandsumsätze von etwa 20% und 285-300 neuen globalen Nettoeinheiten.

Positive
  • System-wide sales increased 45.2% to $1.2 billion
  • Domestic same-store sales grew 28.7%, driven by transaction growth
  • Total revenue increased 45.3% to $155.7 million
  • Net income rose 69.9% to $27.5 million
  • Domestic AUV increased to $2.0 million
  • 73 net new restaurant openings in Q2 2024
  • Digital sales increased to 68.3% of system-wide sales
  • Adjusted EBITDA increased 50.7% to $51.8 million
  • Quarterly dividend increased from $0.22 to $0.27 per share
Negative
  • Cost of sales as a percentage of company-owned restaurant sales increased to 75.9% from 73.7%
  • SG&A expenses increased by $6.0 million to $28.1 million

Insights

Wingstop's Q2 2024 results are exceptionally strong, showcasing remarkable growth across key metrics. The 28.7% increase in domestic same-store sales, primarily driven by transaction growth, is particularly impressive in the restaurant industry. This growth has pushed domestic AUV to $2.0 million, a significant milestone achieved two years ahead of schedule.

The company's financial performance is robust:

  • System-wide sales up 45.2% to $1.2 billion
  • Total revenue increased 45.3% to $155.7 million
  • Net income surged 69.9% to $27.5 million
  • Adjusted EBITDA grew 50.7% to $51.8 million

Wingstop's digital sales now account for 68.3% of system-wide sales, indicating successful digital transformation efforts. The company's aggressive expansion strategy is evident with 73 net new openings in Q2, bringing the total to 2,352 restaurants globally.

The increased quarterly dividend and ongoing share repurchase program demonstrate confidence in future cash flows and commitment to shareholder returns. However, investors should note the increase in cost of sales percentage, primarily due to higher bone-in chicken wing prices compared to the previous year's favorable spot market conditions.

Given the strong performance, Wingstop has raised its 2024 guidance for domestic same-store sales growth to approximately 20%, up from the previous low double-digit forecast. This upward revision, combined with the new AUV target of $3.0 million, signals management's confidence in sustaining this growth trajectory.

Wingstop's Q2 2024 results reveal a company that's not just growing, but thriving in a competitive restaurant landscape. The 28.7% increase in domestic same-store sales is particularly noteworthy, as it's driven primarily by transaction growth rather than price increases. This suggests strong consumer demand and brand loyalty.

The company's digital strategy is paying off handsomely, with digital sales now accounting for 68.3% of system-wide sales. This high level of digital penetration not only enhances operational efficiency but also provides valuable customer data for targeted marketing and personalization efforts.

Wingstop's unit growth of 15.0% year-over-year demonstrates the brand's appeal to franchisees and its ability to expand even in challenging economic conditions. The company's belief that it can more than triple its current U.S. footprint indicates significant untapped market potential.

The increase in AUV to $2.0 million is a testament to the effectiveness of Wingstop's business model and marketing strategies. This higher AUV not only improves unit economics for franchisees but also makes the brand more attractive for potential new franchisees, potentially accelerating future growth.

However, it's important to note the increase in bone-in chicken wing costs. While Wingstop has shown ability to pass on costs to consumers, sustained inflationary pressures could impact margins or consumer demand in the future. The company's ability to navigate these challenges while maintaining its growth trajectory will be important for long-term success.

Delivers 15.0% Unit Growth

Domestic Same Store Sales Increased 28.7%, Driven by Transaction Growth

DALLAS, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) today announced financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended June 29, 2024.

Highlights for the fiscal second quarter 2024 compared to the fiscal second quarter 2023:

  • System-wide sales increased 45.2% to $1.2 billion
  • 73 net new openings in the fiscal second quarter 2024
  • Domestic restaurant AUV increased to $2.0 million
  • Domestic same store sales increased 28.7%
  • Digital sales increased to 68.3% of system-wide sales
  • Total revenue increased 45.3% to $155.7 million
  • Net income increased 69.9% to $27.5 million, or $0.93 per diluted share
  • Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, increased 50.7% to $51.8 million

Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure. A reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA to the most directly comparable financial measure presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP") is set forth in the schedule accompanying this release. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures."

"The second quarter marked another industry-leading quarter for Wingstop, further solidifying our category-of-one position.  With same store sales growth of 28.7%, driven primarily by transactions, our AUVs now exceed $2.0 million, a target we set only two years ago when AUVs just crossed $1.5 million. Due to the strength and staying power of our multi-year strategies, we believe we have line of sight to a new AUV target of $3.0 million," said Michael Skipworth, President and Chief Executive Officer. "This growth in AUVs has further enhanced our best-in-class unit economics, and as we continue to open new restaurants at a record pace, we believe there is an opportunity to more than triple our current U.S. footprint."

Key operating metrics for the fiscal second quarter 2024 compared to the fiscal second quarter 2023:


Thirteen Weeks Ended


June 29, 2024


July 1, 2023

Number of system-wide restaurants open at end of period

2,352


2,046

Number of domestic franchise restaurants open at end of period

1,988


1,749

Number of international franchise restaurants open at end of period (1)

312


252

System-wide sales (in millions)

$                           1,176


$                              810

Domestic AUV (in thousands)

$                           2,032


$                           1,704

Domestic same store sales growth

28.7 %


16.8 %

Company-owned domestic same store sales growth

14.1 %


5.7 %

Net income (in thousands)

$                        27,485


$                        16,181

Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) 

$                        51,778


$                        34,350

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(1) Including U.S. territories.

Fiscal second quarter 2024 financial results

Total revenue for the fiscal second quarter 2024 increased to $155.7 million from $107.2 million in the fiscal second quarter last year. Royalty revenue, franchise fees and other increased $23.2 million, of which $12.1 million was due to domestic same store sales growth of 28.7%, and $8.1 million was due to net new franchise development. Advertising fees increased $18.1 million due to a 45.2% increase in system-wide sales in the fiscal second quarter 2024, as well as an increase in the national advertising fund contribution rate to 5.3% from 5.0%, effective the first day of the fiscal second quarter 2024. Company-owned restaurant sales increased $7.3 million due to the addition of seven net new company-owned restaurants since the prior fiscal second quarter and 14.1% company-owned domestic same store sales growth, driven primarily by an increase in transactions.

Cost of sales was $22.7 million compared to $16.6 million in the fiscal second quarter of the prior year. As a percentage of company-owned restaurant sales, cost of sales increased to 75.9% from 73.7% in the prior year comparable period. The increase as a percentage of company-owned restaurant sales was driven by food, beverage and packaging costs primarily resulting from an increase in the cost of bone-in chicken wings as compared to the prior fiscal second quarter. Our purchases in the prior fiscal second quarter were tied primarily to the spot market, which benefited from significant deflation in the cost of bone-in chicken wings. The increase in food, beverage and packaging costs was partially offset by a decrease in labor costs and other restaurant operating expenses as a percentage of company-owned restaurant sales primarily due to leverage related to the company-owned domestic same store sales increase of 14.1%.

Selling, general & administrative ("SG&A") expense increased $6.0 million to $28.1 million from $22.1 million in the fiscal second quarter of the prior year. The increase in SG&A expense was driven by an increase in headcount-related expenses of $1.9 million to support the growth in our business, an increase in incentive compensation and performance-based stock compensation expense of $1.9 million primarily related to our performance, and an increase in consulting and other professional fees of $1.0 million associated with our strategic initiatives.

Depreciation and amortization increased $1.9 million to $5.2 million from $3.2 million in the fiscal second quarter of the prior year. The increase in depreciation and amortization was primarily due to depreciation expense for the software assets placed in service related to our MyWingstop technology platform during the fiscal second quarter 2024.

Financial Outlook

Based on year-to-date results, the Company is providing updated guidance for 2024:

  • Approximately 20% domestic same store sales growth, previously low double digits;
  • 285 to 300 global net new units, previously 275 to 295; and
  • SG&A expense of between $114 - $116 million, previously $111 million.

Additionally, the Company is reiterating guidance for 2024:

  • Depreciation and amortization of between $18 - $19 million; and
  • Stock-based compensation expense of approximately $20 million.

Restaurant Development

As of June 29, 2024, there were 2,352 Wingstop restaurants system-wide. This included 2,040 restaurants in the United States, of which 1,988 were franchised restaurants and 52 were company-owned, and 312 franchised restaurants were in international markets and U.S. territories. During the fiscal second quarter 2024, there were 73 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 July 30, 2024, our Board of Directors approved an increase in the quarterly dividend payable to Wingstop stockholders from $0.22 to $0.27 per share of common stock, resulting in a total dividend of approximately $7.9 million. This dividend will be paid on September 6, 2024 to stockholders of record as of August 16, 2024.

Share Repurchases

During the fiscal second quarter of 2024, the Company repurchased and retired 75,862 shares of its common stock at an average price of $381.29 per share. As of June 29, 2024, $96.1 million remained available under the share repurchase program previously approved by the Company's Board of Directors.

The Company has repurchased and retired 721,814 shares of its common stock at an average price of $217.32 per share since inception of its share repurchase program in August 2023.

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 domestic 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 reflects the change in year-over-year sales for the same store restaurant base. We define the same store 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. We review same store sales for domestic company-owned restaurants as well as system-wide domestic restaurants. Domestic same store sales growth is driven by increases in transactions and average transaction size. Transaction size increases are driven by price increases or favorable mix shift from either an increase in items purchased or shifts into higher priced items.

System-wide sales represents net sales for all of our company-owned and franchised restaurants, as reported by franchisees. This measure allows management to better assess changes in our royalty revenue, our overall store performance, the health of our brand and the strength of our market position relative to competitors. Our system-wide sales growth is driven by new restaurant openings as well as increases in same store sales.

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 financing transactions, transaction costs, costs and fees associated with investments in our strategic initiatives, and stock-based compensation expense.

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 second quarter 2024 financial results at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. The conference call can be joined telephonically by dialing 1-877-259-5243 or 1-412-317-5176 (international) and asking for the Wingstop conference call. 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 7955331. The replay will be available through Wednesday, August 7, 2024.

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 2,350 locations worldwide. The Wing Experts are dedicated to Serving the World Flavor through an unparalleled guest experience and a best-in-class technology platform, all while offering classic and boneless wings, tenders, and chicken sandwiches, cooked to order and hand sauced-and-tossed in fans' choice of 12 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 2023, Wingstop's system-wide sales increased 27.1% to approximately $3.5 billion, marking the 20th consecutive year of same store sales growth. With a vision of becoming a Top 10 Global Restaurant Brand, Wingstop's system is comprised of corporate-owned restaurants and independent franchisees, or brand partners, who account for approximately 98% of Wingstop's total restaurant count of 2,352 as of June 29, 2024.

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 guests.

In 2023, Wingstop earned its "Best Places to Work" certification. The Company landed on Entrepreneur Magazine's "Fastest-Growing Franchises" list and ranked #16 on "Franchise 500." Wingstop was listed on Technomic's "Top 500 Chain Restaurant Report," QSR Magazine's "2023 QSR 50" and Franchise Time's "40 Smartest-Growing Franchises." 

For more information, visit www.wingstop.com or www.wingstop.com/own-a-wingstop and follow @Wingstop on X, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Learn more about Wingstop's involvement in its local communities at www.wingstopcharities.org. Unless specifically noted otherwise, references to our website addresses, the website addresses of third parties or other references to online content in this press release do not constitute incorporation by reference of the information contained on such website and should not be considered part of this release.

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 Securities and Exchange Commission (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," "outlook," "guidance," "anticipate," "believe," "think," "estimate," "seek," "predict," "can," "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 2024 fiscal year outlook for domestic same store sales growth, global net new units, SG&A expense, stock-based compensation expense, and depreciation and amortization, as well as references to domestic AUV targets and our potential domestic restaurant footprint. 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. 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.

Media Contact
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Media@wingstop.com

Investor Contact
Kristen Thomas
IR@wingstop.com

 

WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(amounts in thousands, except share and per share data)



June 29,
2024


December 30,
2023


(Unaudited)



Assets




Current assets




Cash and cash equivalents

$                96,749


$                90,216

Restricted cash

11,444


11,444

Accounts receivable, net

16,059


12,408

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

6,768


4,948

Advertising fund assets, restricted

31,768


25,328

Total current assets

162,788


144,344

Property and equipment, net

107,738


91,292

Operating lease assets

55,379


19,092

Goodwill

68,733


67,708

Trademarks

32,700


32,700

Customer relationships, net

7,108


7,740

Other non-current assets

17,375


14,949

Total assets

$              451,821


$              377,825

Liabilities and stockholders' deficit




Current liabilities




Accounts payable

$                  5,752


$                  4,725

Current portion of operating lease liabilities

4,061


2,380

Other current liabilities

42,955


38,571

Advertising fund liabilities

31,768


25,328

Total current liabilities

84,536


71,004

Long-term debt, net

713,258


712,327

Operating lease liabilities

53,943


17,807

Deferred revenues, net of current

32,928


30,145

Deferred income tax liabilities, net

4,626


3,721

Other non-current liabilities

71


187

Total liabilities

889,362


835,191

Commitments and contingencies




Stockholders' deficit




Common stock, $0.01 par value; 100,000,000 shares authorized;

29,304,401 and 29,337,920 shares issued and outstanding as of

June 29, 2024 and December 30, 2023, respectively

293


293

Additional paid-in-capital

1,869


2,676

Retained deficit

(439,326)


(459,994)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(377)


(341)

Total stockholders' deficit

(437,541)


(457,366)

Total liabilities and stockholders' deficit

$              451,821


$              377,825

 

WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Operations

(amounts in thousands, except per share data)



Thirteen Weeks Ended


June 29,
2024


July 1,
2023


(Unaudited)


(Unaudited)

Revenue:




Royalty revenue, franchise fees and other

$                71,160


$                47,984

Advertising fees

54,654


36,596

Company-owned restaurant sales

29,885


22,593

Total revenue

155,699


107,173

Costs and expenses:




Cost of sales (1)

22,673


16,642

Advertising expenses

58,548


38,729

Selling, general and administrative

28,097


22,128

Depreciation and amortization

5,161


3,218

Total costs and expenses

114,479


80,717

Operating income

41,220


26,456

Interest expense, net

5,200


4,244

Other (income) expense

(471)


(46)

Income before income tax expense

36,491


22,258

Income tax expense

9,006


6,077

Net income

$                27,485


$                16,181





Earnings per share




Basic

$                    0.94


$                    0.54

Diluted

$                    0.93


$                    0.54





Weighted average shares outstanding




Basic

29,343


29,972

Diluted

29,457


30,049





Dividends per share

$                    0.22


$                    0.19

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(1)

Cost of sales includes all operating expenses of company-owned restaurants, including advertising expenses, but excludes depreciation and amortization, which are presented separately.

 

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Unaudited Supplemental Information

Cost of Sales Margin Analysis

(amounts in thousands)



Thirteen Weeks Ended


June 29, 2024


July 1, 2023


In dollars


As a % of
company-owned
restaurant sales


In dollars


As a % of
company-owned
restaurant sales

Cost of sales:








Food, beverage and packaging costs

$             10,695


35.8 %


$                7,264


32.2 %

Labor costs

6,987


23.4 %


5,520


24.4 %

Other restaurant operating expenses

5,757


19.3 %


4,408


19.5 %

Vendor rebates

(766)


(2.6) %


(550)


(2.4) %

Total cost of sales

$             22,673


75.9 %


$             16,642


73.7 %

 

WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Unaudited Supplemental Information

Restaurant Count



Thirteen Weeks Ended


June 29,
2024


July 1,
2023

Domestic Franchised Activity




Beginning of period

1,924


1,710

Openings

65


42

Closures


(1)

Acquired by Company

(1)


(2)

Restaurants end of period

1,988


1,749





Domestic Company-Owned Activity




Beginning of period

50


43

Openings

1


Closures


Acquired by Company

1


2

Restaurants end of period

52


45





Total Domestic Restaurants

2,040


1,794





International Franchised Activity(1)




Beginning of period

305


243

Openings

10


9

Closures

(3)


Restaurants end of period

312


252





Total System-wide Restaurants

2,352


2,046

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(1)

Includes U.S. Territories.

 

WINGSTOP INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Non-GAAP Financial Measures - EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

(Unaudited)

(amounts in thousands)



Thirteen Weeks Ended


June 29,
2024


July 1,
2023

Net income

$             27,485


$             16,181

Interest expense, net

5,200


4,244

Income tax expense

9,006


6,077

Depreciation and amortization

5,161


3,218

EBITDA

$             46,852


$             29,720

Additional adjustments:




Consulting fees (a)


1,084

Stock-based compensation expense (b)

4,926


3,546

Adjusted EBITDA

$             51,778


$             34,350

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(a)

Represents non-recurring consulting fees that are not part of our ongoing operations and are incurred to execute discrete, project-based strategic initiatives, which are included in Selling, general and administrative on the Consolidated Statements of Operations. The costs incurred in the thirteen weeks ended July 1, 2023 include consulting fees relating to a comprehensive review of our long-term growth strategy for our domestic business to explore potential future initiatives, which review was completed in fiscal year 2023. Given the magnitude and scope of this strategic review initiative that is not expected to recur in the foreseeable future, the Company considers the incremental consulting fees incurred with respect to the initiative not reflective of the ongoing costs to operate its business.

(b)

Includes non-cash, stock-based compensation, net of forfeitures.

 

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FAQ

What was Wingstop's domestic same-store sales growth in Q2 2024?

Wingstop reported a 28.7% increase in domestic same-store sales for Q2 2024.

How many new restaurants did Wingstop open in Q2 2024?

Wingstop opened 73 net new restaurants globally during Q2 2024.

What is Wingstop's updated guidance for domestic same-store sales growth in 2024?

Wingstop updated its guidance for 2024, projecting approximately 20% domestic same-store sales growth.

How much did Wingstop's system-wide sales increase in Q2 2024?

Wingstop's system-wide sales increased by 45.2% to $1.2 billion in Q2 2024.

What was Wingstop's domestic average unit volume (AUV) in Q2 2024?

Wingstop's domestic average unit volume (AUV) reached $2.0 million in Q2 2024.

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