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Bj's Restaurants (DE:ZCG)
FRANKFURT:ZCG
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 01, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.33Last Year’s EPS
0.28Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 7 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 20, 2025
|% Change Since: -14.12%
|Next Earnings Date:May 01, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a positive sentiment with strong financial performance in Q4 2024, marked by record profitability and successful marketing initiatives. However, there are concerns about weather impacts and consumer spending, as well as challenges with food cost inflation and a net loss in the quarter due to extraordinary items.Company Guidance
In the BJ's Restaurants Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Release Conference Call, the company reported robust financial performance and provided guidance for 2025. Comparable same-restaurant sales increased by 5.5%, driven primarily by guest traffic across all dayparts and channels. The restaurant-level margins improved to 15.4%, with operating profit reaching $52.9 million, a 14% increase from the previous year, marking a record for Q4 profitability. Adjusted EBITDA was $33.1 million, up 21% from the prior year, with a margin improvement of 120 basis points to 9.6%. For 2025, BJ's Restaurants anticipates comparable sales growth of 2% to 3%, restaurant-level operating profit between $205 million and $215 million, and adjusted EBITDA ranging from $127 million to $137 million. The company plans capital expenditures of $65 million to $75 million, including the opening of one new restaurant and remodeling up to 30 existing locations. Additionally, they expect to repurchase $40 million to $50 million of shares, reflecting confidence in their growth trajectory.Strong Comparable Sales Growth
Comparable same-restaurant sales increased by 5.5% in Q4 2024, driven primarily by guest traffic, marking the best comp performance since 2018, excluding COVID recovery quarters.
Record Q4 Restaurant Profitability
Restaurant level operating profit reached $52.9 million in Q4, a 14% increase from last year, setting a record for Q4 restaurant profitability.
Adjusted EBITDA Growth
Adjusted EBITDA was $33.1 million in Q4, a 21% increase from the prior year, with a 120 basis points improvement in adjusted EBITDA margin.
Successful Marketing Initiatives
The Pizookie Meal Deal and holiday large party offerings resonated with guests, driving traffic and sales, especially in media markets.
Positive Brand Positioning and Future Growth Plans
Notable progress on brand positioning and growth initiatives, with plans to remodel up to 30 locations in 2025 and open a new restaurant.
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DE:ZCG Earnings History
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DE:ZCG Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Feb 20, 2025 | €34.00 | €36.20 | +6.47% |
| Oct 31, 2024 | €34.00 | €31.00 | -8.82% |
| Jul 25, 2024 | €34.20 | €34.20 | 0.00% |
| May 02, 2024 | €30.60 | €32.00 | +4.58% |
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FAQ
When does Bj's Restaurants (DE:ZCG) report earnings?
Bj's Restaurants (DE:ZCG) is schdueled to report earning on May 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Bj's Restaurants (DE:ZCG) earnings time?
Bj's Restaurants (DE:ZCG) earnings time is at May 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is the P/E ratio of Bj's Restaurants stock?
The P/E ratio of BJ's Restaurants is N/A.
What is DE:ZCG EPS forecast?
DE:ZCG EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is 0.33.
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