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Wingstop's asset-light franchisor model delivers structurally strong gross margins averaging 82.6% over the last four quarters, with operating margin expanding to 29.4% in 2026Q2 from 25.9% in 2024Q4, reflecting disciplined SG&A control. However, revenue growt...
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 29, 2026 | $1.18+15.7% vs $1.02 | $186M-2.5% vs $190M |
Q2 2026 Apr 29, 2026 | $1.18+15.7% vs $1.02 | $184M-2.2% vs $188M |
Q1 2026 Feb 18, 2026 | $1.00+19.0% vs $0.84 | $176M-1.1% vs $178M |
Q4 2025 Nov 4, 2025 | $1.09+19.8% vs $0.91 | $176M-1.1% vs $178M |
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Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING - Get Free Report) hit a new 52-week low during trading on Wednesday. The company traded as low as $100.13 and last traded at $100.84, with a volume of 2887113 shares trading hands. The stock had previously closed at $114.71. Analyst Ratings Changes Several equities analysts have weighed in on WING
Wingstop (WING) closed the most recent trading day at $100.84, moving 12.09% from the previous trading session.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Wingstop Inc. (WING)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $97.88 | $2.67B | 15.76 | 11.35% | 25.01% | — | 1.18% | |
| $58.47 | $2.36B | 53.64 | 15.38% | 2.56% | 7.17% | — | |
| $164.84 | $10.83B | 27.02 | 9.39% | 6.63% | 27.2% | — | |
| $38.43 | $4.88B | 61.00 | 27.88% | 4.91% | 10.1% | — | |
| $53.10 | $6.18B | 98.33 | 22.41% | 4.82% | 8.28% | — | |
| $3.65 | $264.19M | 13.52 | 3.03% | 1.85% | 2.78% | — |
Wingstop Inc. (WING) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Wingstop Inc. (WING) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Aug 6, 2026·SEC
Jul 29, 2026·SEC
May 22, 2026·SEC
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Wingstop Inc. (WING) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Wingstop Inc. (WING) reported $720.7M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1122% increase from $59.0M in 2013.
Wingstop Inc. (WING) grew revenue by 11.4% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, Wingstop Inc. (WING) is profitable, generating $116.4M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (25.0% net margin).
Yes, Wingstop Inc. (WING) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.18%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Wingstop Inc. (WING) generated $128.5M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
