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EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) Stock Price, Quote, News and Overview

NASDAQ:LOCO - Nasdaq - US2686031079 - Common Stock - Currency: USD

10.27  -0.35 (-3.3%)

After market: 10.38 +0.11 (+1.07%)

LOCO Quote, Performance and Key Statistics

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC

NASDAQ:LOCO (6/13/2025, 8:18:08 PM)

After market: 10.38 +0.11 (+1.07%)

10.27

-0.35 (-3.3%)

Sector
GICS SectorConsumer Discretionary
GICS IndustryHotels, Restaurants & Leisure
GICS IndustryGroupConsumer Services
GICS SubIndustryRestaurants
Statistics
52 Week High14.25
52 Week Low8.29
Market Cap308.61M
Shares30.05M
Float27.73M
Yearly DividendN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
PE11.94
Fwd PE11.19
Earnings (Next)07-30 2025-07-30
IPO07-25 2014-07-25


LOCO short term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of LOCO in the last week, last 2 weeks, last month, last 3 and 6 months. 1 week 2 week 1 month 3 months 6 months 0 5 -5 -10 -15

LOCO long term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of LOCO in the last 1, 2 and 3 years. 1 year 2 years 3 years 0 5 10 15

The current stock price of LOCO is 10.27 USD. In the past month the price increased by 8.33%. In the past year, price decreased by -1.63%.

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC / LOCO Daily stock chart

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About LOCO

Company Profile

LOCO logo image El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. engages in the development, franchising, licensing, and operation of quick-service restaurants under the name El Pollo Loco. The company is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California and currently employs 4,143 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2014-07-25. The firm offers food that integrates the culinary traditions of Mexico with the lifestyle of Los Angeles. Its menu features its signature product, citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken, as well as a variety of Mexican and Los Angeles (LA)-inspired entrees creates from its chicken. The company serves individual and family-sized chicken meals, a variety of Mexican and Los Angeles (LA)-inspired entrees and sides, on a limited-time basis, and additional proteins like beef and shrimp. Its entrees include Chicken Avocado Burrito, Pollo Fit entrees, chicken tostada salads and Pollo Bowls. Its Creamy Cilantro dressings and salsas are prepared fresh daily, allowing its customers to create their favorite flavor profiles to enhance their culinary experience. The company operates over 498 restaurants, which consist of 173 Company-operated and 325 franchised restaurants.

Company Info

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC

Suite 100, 3535 Harbor Boulevard

Costa Mesa CALIFORNIA 92626 US

CEO: Bernard Acoca

Employees: 4143

LOCO Company Website

LOCO Investor Relations

Phone: 17145995000

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC / LOCO FAQ

What is the stock price of EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC today?

The current stock price of LOCO is 10.27 USD. The price decreased by -3.3% in the last trading session.


What is the ticker symbol for EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC stock?

The exchange symbol of EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC is LOCO and it is listed on the Nasdaq exchange.


On which exchange is LOCO stock listed?

LOCO stock is listed on the Nasdaq exchange.


What is the price forecast or stock price prediction for EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC stock?

11 analysts have analysed LOCO and the average price target is 15.05 USD. This implies a price increase of 46.49% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 10.27. Check the EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC stock analysts ratings, price target forecast and up-and down grades for more detailed information.


What is EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC worth?

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) has a market capitalization of 308.61M USD. This makes LOCO a Small Cap stock.


How many employees does EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC have?

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) currently has 4143 employees.


What are the support and resistance levels for EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) stock?

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) has a support level at 9.13 and a resistance level at 10.95. Check the full technical report for a detailed analysis of LOCO support and resistance levels.


Is EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) expected to grow?

The Revenue of EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) is expected to grow by 4.44% in the next year. Check the estimates tab for more information on the LOCO EPS, Sales, EBIT and EBITDA future analyst estimates.


Should I buy EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) stock?

There is no straightforward answer here. It depends on your investment strategy as different types of investors will look at different aspects. In any case it is important to make an informed decision and these pages can help you forming an opinion:


Does EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) stock pay dividends?

LOCO does not pay a dividend.


When does EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) report earnings?

EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) will report earnings on 2025-07-30.


What is the Price/Earnings (PE) ratio of EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO)?

The PE ratio for EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) is 11.94. This is based on the reported non-GAAP earnings per share of 0.86 and the current share price of 10.27 USD. Check the full fundamental report for a full analysis of the valuation metrics for LOCO.


What is the Short Interest ratio of EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) stock?

The outstanding short interest for EL POLLO LOCO HOLDINGS INC (LOCO) is 4.74% of its float. Check the ownership tab for more information on the LOCO short interest.


LOCO Technical Analysis

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 5 / 10 to LOCO. When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, LOCO turns out to be only a medium performer in the overall market: it outperformed 42.65% of all stocks.


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LOCO Fundamental Analysis

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to LOCO. Both the profitability and the financial health of LOCO get a neutral evaluation. Nothing too spectacular is happening here.


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LOCO Financial Highlights

Over the last trailing twelve months LOCO reported a non-GAAP Earnings per Share(EPS) of 0.86. The EPS increased by 7.5% compared to the year before.


Industry RankSector Rank
PM (TTM) 5.3%
ROA 4.28%
ROE 9.5%
Debt/Equity 0.28
Chartmill High Growth Momentum
EPS Q2Q%-13.64%
Sales Q2Q%2.6%
EPS 1Y (TTM)7.5%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)1.22%

LOCO Ownership and Analysts

ChartMill assigns a Buy % Consensus number of 78% to LOCO. The Buy consensus is the average rating of analysts ratings from 11 analysts.

For the next year, analysts expect an EPS growth of -2.01% and a revenue growth 4.44% for LOCO


Ownership
Inst Owners94.2%
Ins Owners2.31%
Short Float %4.74%
Short Ratio4.48
Analysts
Analysts78.18
Price Target15.05 (46.54%)
EPS Next Y-2.01%
Revenue Next Year4.44%