Wingstop Inc. (WING) has a MoatMap StockRank of 19/100 based on Quality (69/100), Value (28/100), and Momentum (11/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG SELL. Wingstop, a fast-casual restaurant chain, faces similar challenges to Shake Shack. Despite its high quality score (Q:61), it is a consumer cyclical business highly exposed to reduced discretionary spending due to 'Persistent Inflation & Higher Rates' and 'Geopolitical Energy Shock'. Its low value score (V:24) suggests it is unlikely to be a 'growth-at-a-reasonable-price' opportunity in the current macro climate.
Wingstop Inc. is a fast-casual restaurant franchisor and operator specializing in cooked-to-order, classic and boneless wings with various flavors and sides. The company's competitive edge lies in its highly focused menu, strong brand identity, and significant digital sales penetration, driving operational efficiency and customer loyalty. It is a rapidly growing niche player within the quick-service restaurant industry.
| Price | $129.36 |
| Market Cap | $4.0B |
| P/E (TTM) | 31.31 |
| P/E (Forward) | 22.66 |
| Price/Book | -4.73 |
| Return on Invested Capital | 44.6% |
| Gross Margin | 49.1% |
| Operating Margin | 29.0% |
| Revenue Growth | 7.4% |
| Dividend Yield | 0.9% |
| Free Cash Flow | $87M |
Wingstop Inc. operates in the Restaurants industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).