Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) — Stock Score Summary

Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) has a MoatMap StockRank of 9/100 based on Quality (21/100), Value (46/100), and Momentum (22/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG SELL. Portillo's is a fast-casual restaurant chain. While it has a loyal customer base, its rapid expansion plan is highly capital-intensive, and rising food and labor inflation will pressure margins in a stagflationary macro environment.

Portillo's Inc. operates a chain of fast casual restaurants known for its Chicago-style street food, including hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and burgers. The company boasts a cult following and strong brand loyalty, particularly in the Midwest, driven by its unique menu, consistent quality, and nostalgic dining experience. Its differentiated culinary offerings and efficient operating model provide a strong competitive moat within the highly fragmented restaurant industry.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$3.96
Market Cap$308M
P/E (TTM)18.14
P/E (Forward)14.65
Price/Book0.58
Return on Equity3.3%
Return on Invested Capital3.3%
Debt/Equity137.65
Gross Margin21.2%
Operating Margin2.4%
Revenue Growth3.5%
Free Cash Flow$-35M

Portillo's Inc. operates in the Restaurants industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Portillo's Inc.’s (PTLO) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) is 9/100, with a Strong Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (21), Value (46), and Momentum (22) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Portillo's Inc. have an economic moat?
Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) has a Quality factor score of 21/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Portillo's Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) is Strong Sell, based on a StockRank of 9/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Portillo's Inc. in?
Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Restaurants industry (United States).
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