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Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (NASDAQ: DPZ) Misses EPS Expectations but Beats on Revenue and Same-Store Sales

Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (NASDAQ: DPZ) reported a diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $5.35 for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, slightly missing analyst estimates of around $5.38. For the full fiscal year 2025, EPS was $17.57, up 5.3% from the prior year. The company’s revenue reached $1.54 billion for Q4, exceeding the forecasted $1.52 billion and up 6.4% year-over-year. For the full year, revenue was $4.94 billion, up 5.0% from fiscal 2024. Despite the mixed results, DPZ’s stock rose about 5-6% in early trading following the announcement, though it had been trading near its lowest levels in over two years prior to the earnings release due to broader sector concerns.
 
The stock’s price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is approximately 23.3 based on the fiscal 2025 EPS and a share price around $410, suggesting a reasonable valuation rather than extreme undervaluation. Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (NASDAQ: DPZ), the largest pizza company globally, is renowned for its extensive network of company-owned and franchise stores. The company operates in a competitive landscape, with rivals like Pizza Hut and Papa John’s, but continues to lead the industry with innovative strategies.
 
On February 23, 2026, Domino’s reported these results, driven by its “Hungry for MORE” strategy, aggressive promotions, and new menu launches that attracted budget-conscious diners. As highlighted in various reports, U.S. same-store sales grew 3.7% in Q4, beating estimates of around 3.1-3.5%. The company’s global retail sales grew by 4.9% in the fourth quarter and 5.4% for the fiscal year, excluding foreign currency impacts. In the U.S., same-store sales increased by 3.7% in the fourth quarter and 3.0% for the fiscal year. Internationally, same-store sales grew by 0.7% in the fourth quarter and 1.9% for the fiscal year.
 
Domino’s achieved a global net store growth of 392 stores in the fourth quarter and 776 stores throughout fiscal 2025. The company’s income from operations increased by 8.0% in the fourth quarter and 8.5% for the fiscal year. The earnings yield is approximately 4.3% based on recent pricing, offering a solid return for investors.

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