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Noodles & Company NDLS

Consumer Cyclical — Restaurants

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Insider Decisions

in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — — — — — — — —
Sell — — — — — — — — — — — —
Insider Ownership
39.43%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap
81.21
Revenue
495.69
Net Income
(23.33)
Free Cash Flow
3.76
Net Debt
103.11
Current Ratio
0.29
Debt/Equity
(2.05)
P/E ratio
0.00
P/S ratio
0.16
P/B ratio
0.00
Past 5Y EPS Growth
(1.51%)
This Y EPS Growth
94.15%
Next Y EPS Growth
309.09%
Next 5Y EPS Growth
10.00%
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio
0.00
Annual Dividend Rate
—
Annual Dividend Yield
—
total individual payouts
2023 ‡‡‡
2022 ‡‡‡
2021 ‡‡‡
2020 ‡‡‡
2019 ‡‡‡
2017 ‡‡‡
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Cash 3.01 1.15 1.27 1.30
Receivables 5.48 4.39 4.38 5.12
Inventory 10.25 10.50 10.22 9.31
Other — — — —
22.62 20.19 18.89 18.52
2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Payables 16.69 13.19 16.55 16.59
ST’ Debt — — — —
Other — — — —
67.51 65.72 61.85 62.97
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Cash Flow ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Earnings ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Book Value ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡

Revenue

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 123.79 127.04 — —
—
’25 123.79 126.43 122.09 122.78
495.09
’24 121.40 127.35 122.75 121.77
493.27
’23 126.08 125.15 127.85 124.32
503.41
’22 112.56 131.07 129.38 136.47
509.48
’21 109.58 125.65 125.13 114.80
475.15
’20 100.35 80.16 105.98 107.17
393.66
in millions of $

Operating Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 6.02 3.31 — —
—
’25 4.03 (0.85) 5.18 (1.07)
7.28
’24 7.01 4.72 5.82 (9.98)
7.56
’23 7.22 3.16 16.95 0.16
27.50
’22 (6.06) 12.10 1.78 1.74
9.56
’21 3.78 19.47 6.65 6.27
36.17
’20 (0.66) 7.37 1.61 0.81
9.12
in millions of $

Free Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 3.94 1.80 — —
—
’25 1.12 (4.25) 1.44 (3.41)
(5.11)
’24 (1.64) (4.46) (1.33) (13.78)
(21.21)
’23 (3.21) (10.31) 4.14 (15.16)
(24.55)
’22 (14.47) 3.79 (4.05) (9.60)
(24.33)
’21 1.05 14.72 1.16 0.46
17.39
’20 (4.58) 4.47 (1.47) (1.08)
(2.66)
in millions of $

EPS

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (0.58) (0.67) — —
—
’25 (1.60) (3.04) (1.60) (1.16)
(7.36)
’24 (1.12) (2.40) (1.20) (1.68)
(6.40)
’23 (0.56) (0.24) 0.16 (1.12)
(1.68)
’22 (1.12) 0.24 0.16 0.16
(0.56)
’21 (0.32) 0.96 0.80 (0.80)
0.64
’20 (1.04) (2.40) 0.00 (0.72)
(4.24)

Target Price Range

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Recommendation Rating

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Buy
2
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Hold
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Sell
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 34.00 15.68 4.40 4.40 — — —
Low Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 77.04 52.40 25.52 13.92 — — —
High Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 8,100 7,600 7,300 6,500 — — —
Employees
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.06 0.07 0.07 0.08 — — —
Revenue/Emp
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 509.48 503.41 493.27 495.09 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
Revenue
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 72.94% 75.35% 74.92% 74.31% — — —
Gross Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (3.28) (9.83) (36.16) (42.50) — — —
EBT
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (0.64%) (1.95%) (7.33%) (8.59%) ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ —
EBT Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (3.31) (9.86) (36.21) (42.57) ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
Net Income
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 23.99 27.16 29.67 27.93 — — —
Depreciation
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 88.77 87.81 86.79 85.55 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
Revenue/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ (0.56) (1.68) (6.40) (7.36) ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
Earnings/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1.67 4.80 1.33 1.26 — — —
Cash Flow/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (5.90) (9.08) (5.06) (2.14) ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ —
Capex/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (4.24) (4.28) (3.73) (0.88) — — —
Free CF/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 6.68 4.74 (0.98) (7.83) — — —
Book Value/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 5.74 5.73 5.68 5.79 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
Shares
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ —
PE Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.50 0.28 0.05 0.07 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ —
PS Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 6.62 5.25 0.00 0.00 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ —
PB Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.65 0.50 0.32 0.35 ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ —
EV/Sales
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (13.53) (10.26) (7.45) (33.74) — — —
EV/FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 9.56 27.50 7.56 7.28 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ —
Op' Cash Flow
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (33.89) (52.04) (28.77) (12.39) — — —
Capex
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (24.33) (24.55) (21.21) (5.11) — — —
FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (42.48) (44.89) (45.52) (42.95) — — —
Working Cap'
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 76.84 80.22 100.74 108.78 — — —
Total Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 75.32 77.21 99.59 107.51 — — —
Net Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 38.36 27.16 (5.58) (45.30) — — —
Sh' Equity
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (0.97%) (2.77%) (10.45%) (14.52%) — — —
ROA
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (0.46%) (3.01%) (18.47%) (31.74%) — — —
ROIC
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (8.72%) (30.08%) (335.60%) 167.31% — — —
ROE
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Analyst Commentary (Summary)

Noodles & Company (NDLS), the fast-casual pasta chain, is grappling with stagnant revenue—peaking at $509 million in 2022 before declining to $493 million in 2024—and deepening losses, with net income plunging to -$36 million last year amid rising debt to $101 million and persistently negative free cash flow. Despite these headwinds, operational efficiencies shine through: revenue per employee has surged 51% to $68,000 with 33% fewer staff, and gross margins remain stable at 73-75%, even as inflation and competition from delivery apps pressure the casual dining sector. The stock, trading near $0.49 lows after a brutal decline from 2016 highs, now boasts ultra-low valuations like 0.05x price-to-sales, fueling analysts’ rare unanimity on a 257% upside.

This beaten-down profile tempts speculators, with optimism hinging on store closures (10% of units), menu innovations, and potential FCF turnaround to $11.6 million, alongside activist-driven board changes that could spark a sale. Yet risks abound: worsening profitability (EBT margin at -7.3%), negative equity yielding -336% ROE, dilution from 63% more shares outstanding, and insider silence signal execution challenges or bankruptcy threats in a recessionary environment. Dive deeper to assess if survival mode delivers or just more pain.

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Noodles & Company (NDLS) Latest News

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28 Jul

3 www.thestreet.com, 6:17 PM
Noodles & Company confirms additional restaurant closures scheduled for 2026. Multiple store closures will reduce revenue and weigh on financial results.

27 Jul

4 www.qsrmagazine.com, 7:00 AM
Noodles & Company reports historic sales quarter and declares recovery after strong results. Historic sales quarter signals major financial improvement and positive momentum for NDLS.

24 Jul

4 , 5:01 PM
Noodles & Co reported strong sales growth and margin improvements for Q2 2026. Strong Q2 sales growth and margin gains signal improved financial results likely to lift stock performance and investor outlook.

4 www.nrn.com, 12:22 PM
Noodles & Company raises its guidance on strong second quarter performance. Raised guidance after strong quarter signals improved outlook and drives significant stock gains.

4 investorshub.advfn.com, 8:54 AM
Noodles & Company shares rose after the company beat earnings estimates and raised full-year guidance. Earnings beat and raised guidance indicate stronger financial results and growth outlook that can shift company trajectory and investor views.

3 transcript www.marketbeat.com, 10:03 AM
Noodles & Company Q2 earnings call highlights include financial results and operational updates. Q2 earnings updates can moderately influence near-term stock sentiment and performance outlook.

3 , 7:00 AM
Noodles & Company announced its second quarter 2026 financial results. Quarterly earnings releases deliver performance data that can shift near-term stock valuation and sentiment.

6 May

4 www.nrn.com, 5:20 PM
Noodles & Company raised full-year guidance after delivering strong first-quarter results. Raising guidance on strong Q1 signals major positive shift in financial performance and investor sentiment.

3 www.marketbeat.com, 11:06 PM
Noodles & Company released Q1 earnings call highlights detailing financial performance, operational updates, and strategic outlook. Q1 earnings highlights impact financial performance and investor sentiment but remain balanced by market factors.

3 GlobeNewswire, 4:05 PM
Noodles & Company announced first quarter 2026 financial results. Quarterly financial results moderately influence key financial performance and market sentiment.

3 PR Newswire, 8:00 AM
Noodles & Company partners with CRAVINGS™ by Chrissy Teigen to launch a new spring comfort menu featuring craveable items. Celebrity brand collaboration introduces seasonal menu innovations that could moderately boost customer engagement and sales without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.

27 Mar

4 www.fastcompany.com, 7:42 AM
Noodles & Company closed dozens of restaurants last year, yet its stock price is soaring in 2026. Strategic closures improved efficiency and profitability, driving significant stock surge despite location reductions.

26 Mar

4 app.moby.co, 8:30 AM
Noodles & Company released Q4 2025 earnings call summary detailing quarterly financial performance, operational updates, and future outlook. Q4 earnings call summary provides critical financial results, guidance, and strategic insights that significantly shape NDLS future performance and investor sentiment.

25 Mar

4 GuruFocus.com, 11:02 PM
Noodles & Company (NDLS) Q4 2025 earnings call highlights strong sales growth and strategic initiatives. Strong sales growth and strategic initiatives indicate significant positive impact on NDLS's trajectory and investor sentiment.

4 Associated Press Finance, 4:26 PM
Noodles & Company (NDLS) released Q4 earnings snapshot detailing quarterly financial results. Q4 earnings snapshots reveal critical financial metrics that drive stock volatility and shape investor outlook on company trajectory.

4 GlobeNewswire, 4:05 PM
Noodles & Company announced fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results. Quarterly and annual financial results announcements typically drive significant stock price movements and shape investor expectations for future performance.

19 Feb

4 www.nrn.com, 4:06 PM
Noodles & Company (NDLS) executed an 8-for-1 reverse stock split, consolidating eight shares into one to boost the per-share price and maintain Nasdaq listing compliance. Reverse stock splits signal financial distress and low share prices, significantly damaging investor sentiment and market performance trajectory.

4 Feb

3 www.nrn.com, 5:25 PM
Noodles & Company has approved a 1-for-8 reverse stock split aimed at increasing the per-share price of its common stock. This decision is part of the company's strategy to meet the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The reverse split will reduce the number of outstanding shares, which is expected to enhance the stock's marketability and attract institutional investors. The split is set to take effect on a specified date, with shareholders receiving one new share for every eight shares they currently hold. The reverse stock split may improve the stock's market perception and compliance with exchange requirements, but its overall impact on long-term performance remains limited.

3 GlobeNewswire, 4:30 PM
Noodles & Company announced a 1-for-8 reverse stock split, effective February 18, 2026, aimed at increasing the per-share price and improving its marketability. This strategic move is intended to enhance shareholder value and attract institutional investors. The reverse stock split may moderately influence market perception and financial metrics but is not expected to fundamentally change the company's trajectory.

16 Jan

3 www.usatoday.com, 2:14 PM
Noodles & Company is among several restaurant chains planning to close locations in 2026 as part of a broader trend affecting the industry. The closures are expected to impact various markets, reflecting changing consumer preferences and economic pressures. Specific locations and the rationale behind these decisions have been outlined, indicating a strategic shift for the company amidst a competitive landscape. The planned closures may moderately influence Noodles & Company's financial performance and competitive positioning.

15 Jan

3 www.fastcompany.com, 11:30 AM
Noodles & Company is set to close 30 additional restaurant locations in 2026, adding to the growing list of closures as the company continues to restructure its operations amid ongoing challenges in the competitive fast-casual dining sector. The closures may moderately affect financial performance and market sentiment but are part of a broader restructuring strategy.

14 Jan

3 PR Newswire, 8:00 AM
Noodles & Company has reintroduced its Stroganoff dish due to popular demand, following a brief hiatus. The return of this menu item has generated excitement among customers, with the company emphasizing its commitment to responding to consumer preferences. The announcement comes amid a competitive landscape in the fast-casual dining sector, where menu innovation plays a crucial role in attracting and retaining customers. The reintroduction of a popular menu item may positively influence customer engagement and sales, but its overall impact on the company's trajectory is expected to be limited.

13 Jan

3 www.thestreet.com, 2:33 PM
Noodles & Company, a 30-year-old pasta chain, has announced plans to close 35 restaurants in 2026 as part of a strategic restructuring effort. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges in the competitive fast-casual dining sector, aiming to streamline operations and improve overall profitability. The closure of 35 restaurants indicates a significant operational shift that may affect financial performance and competitive positioning.

12 Jan

4 GlobeNewswire, 7:00 AM
Noodles & Company has announced its preliminary revenue results for the fourth quarter of 2025, indicating a positive trend in financial performance. The company reported an increase in revenue compared to the previous quarter, driven by strong customer demand and effective marketing strategies. Management expressed optimism about future growth and plans to continue expanding its menu offerings and locations. These results reflect the company's ongoing recovery and adaptation in a competitive market. The preliminary revenue results suggest significant growth potential and strategic initiatives that could enhance the company's market position.

3 www.nrn.com, 1:31 PM
Noodles & Company plans to close an additional 30-35 restaurants this year as part of its ongoing efforts to streamline operations and improve profitability. This decision follows previous closures and reflects the company's strategy to focus on its most successful locations amid challenging market conditions. The closure of multiple locations may moderately affect financial performance and operational efficiency.

2 Jan

3 www.nrn.com, 1:15 PM
Noodles & Company has received a delisting determination letter from the Nasdaq due to its failure to meet the minimum bid price requirement. The company has a 180-day period to regain compliance by achieving a closing bid price of at least $1 per share for a minimum of 10 consecutive trading days. Noodles & Company intends to appeal the decision and is exploring options to maintain its listing. The delisting determination could moderately influence investor sentiment and financial performance, but the company's appeal and potential compliance efforts may mitigate the impact.

15 Dec

3 www.nrn.com, 11:47 AM
Noodles & Company’s board has proposed a reverse stock split to enhance the company's stock price and attract institutional investors. The move aims to consolidate shares, which could improve market perception and trading liquidity. The proposal will be put to a vote at the upcoming annual meeting, with the board recommending approval to shareholders. A reverse stock split may improve market perception and attract investors, but its overall impact on long-term performance remains uncertain.

4 Dec

4 ACCESS NewswireNation's Restaurant NewsRestaurant DiveNation's Restaurant NewsStockStoryMT NewswiresStockStoryNation's Restaurant News, 5:35 PM
Diveroli Investment Group has filed a Schedule 13D with the SEC, expressing support for a strategic turnaround plan for Noodles & Company. The investment group aims to enhance the company's operational efficiency and financial performance, indicating a proactive approach to improve shareholder value. Diveroli's endorsement is seen as a positive signal for the company's future direction and potential growth. The endorsement of a strategic turnaround plan by Diveroli Investment Group is likely to significantly impact Noodles & Company's future performance and investor sentiment.

3 Dec

4 www.restaurantdive.com, 4:59 AM
Activist investor takes a significant stake in Noodles & Company, signaling potential changes in the company's strategic direction and management. This move may lead to increased pressure on the company to enhance shareholder value and improve operational performance. Investors are closely watching how this development will influence Noodles & Company's future decisions and market positioning. The involvement of an activist investor is likely to drive significant strategic changes that could alter the company's trajectory.

3 Business Wire, 8:00 AM
Galloway Capital Partners has announced a 6.01% stake in Noodles & Company, signaling a significant investment in the restaurant chain. This move may influence market sentiment and investor interest in NDLS as Galloway Capital is known for its strategic investments. The stake acquisition could lead to potential changes in company operations or governance, depending on Galloway's intentions. A 6.01% stake acquisition may moderately influence Noodles & Company's market positioning and investor sentiment.
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