, an analyst from Mizuho Securities, has initiated a new Buy rating on Domino’s Pizza (DPZ).
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Mizuho Securities has given its Buy rating due to a combination of factors that indicate strong future performance for Domino’s Pizza. The firm believes that concerns over the lack of same-store sales growth drivers in 2026 are misplaced, as they anticipate continued growth in carryout services and stable delivery operations. This is expected to lead to transaction-driven upside in both the fourth quarter and 2026 same-store sales growth, surpassing consensus expectations.
Mizuho also highlights the potential for Domino’s to benefit from its partnership with third-party delivery services like DoorDash, which could significantly boost delivery sales. Additionally, the firm sees minimal risk to domestic unit growth expectations due to strong franchisee profitability and stabilized international growth, particularly in key markets like China and India. With a projected operating margin and earnings per share exceeding consensus estimates, Mizuho sets a price target of $500, supported by robust system sales and operating income growth projections.
In another report released on October 20, Oppenheimer also reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a $530.00 price target.
Based on the recent corporate insider activity of 70 insiders, corporate insider sentiment is negative on the stock. This means that over the past quarter there has been an increase of insiders selling their shares of DPZ in relation to earlier this year.