This company has been acquired
Denny's Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
Denny's's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -11.9%, while the Hospitality industry saw earnings growing at 30.8% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 7.7% per year.
Key information
-11.90%
Earnings growth rate
-8.69%
EPS growth rate
| Hospitality Industry Growth | 19.52% |
| Revenue growth rate | 7.70% |
| Return on equity | n/a |
| Net Margin | 2.24% |
| Last Earnings Update | 24 Sep 2025 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
DENN: Completed Takeout At US$6.25 Will Keep Shares Rangebound
Analysts have trimmed their price expectations for Denny's toward the agreed US$6.25 per share takeout level, citing the announced acquisition and updated views on revenue growth, margins and future P/E as key reasons for the shift. Analyst Commentary Recent research has largely framed Denny's around the agreed US$6.25 per share takeout price, with most commentary now centered on deal timing and closing conditions rather than long term earnings potential.DENN: Takeout Offer Is Expected To Keep Shares Rangebound Into 2026
Analysts now anchor their Denny's price targets around the agreed US$6.25 per share takeout level, citing the announced acquisition by an investor group and limited expectations for a competing bid as the key drivers of this update. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Denny's have largely shifted toward a more neutral stance after the announced US$6.25 per share takeout.DENN: Buyout Price Is Expected To Anchor Shares Near-Term
The analyst price target for Denny's has been raised slightly to $6.25 per share from $6.00, as analysts now anchor their outlook to the agreed acquisition price and the expectation that the transaction will close as planned without a competitive bidding process. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts note that the agreed buyout price has effectively reset near term valuation expectations, with the modestly higher price target reflecting greater confidence that shareholders will ultimately realize the takeout premium embedded in the deal.
DENN: Take Private Deal Will Anchor Shares Near Agreed Cash Offer
We are raising our Denny's price target slightly to approximately $6.25 per share from about $6.12, as analysts now anchor valuation more closely to the announced takeout price and see limited upside beyond the agreed acquisition terms. Analyst Commentary Analysts largely view the announced acquisition as a valuation ceiling in the near term, prompting a recalibration of ratings and forward expectations for the stock.DENN: Acquisition Agreement Will Define Upside As Shares Trade Toward $6.25 Closing
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Denny's to $6.13 from $6.08 per share, noting the agreed acquisition price of $6.25 as a key anchor for valuation. Analyst Commentary Following the acquisition announcement, analysts have reassessed their outlook on Denny's, reflecting changes in both sentiment and expectations for the company's future valuation and execution.DENN: Acquisition Will Cap Upside As Shareholders Await $6.25 Deal Closure
Analysts have raised their price target for Denny's from $5.55 to $6.08. They cite the impact of the announced $6.25 per share acquisition and expectations that the transaction will proceed without competing bids.Digital Investments And Loyalty Programs Will Increase Guest Traffic
Denny’s consensus price target was revised downward from $6.55 to $5.95, primarily due to a higher discount rate and a lower future P/E multiple reflecting increased perceived risk and softer growth expectations. What's in the News Denny's launched new summer-themed merchandise and collectible mugs on DinerDrip.com, alongside promoting its "4 Slams for Under $10" value meal offers and surprise giveaways.Should You Investigate Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ:DENN) At US$4.26?
Jun 10
Denny's: The $1 Slam That Could Cost A Fortune
Jun 03Even With A 44% Surge, Cautious Investors Are Not Rewarding Denny's Corporation's (NASDAQ:DENN) Performance Completely
May 15Denny's' (NASDAQ:DENN) Soft Earnings Are Actually Better Than They Appear
May 14Does This Valuation Of Denny's Corporation (NASDAQ:DENN) Imply Investors Are Overpaying?
Feb 08
Denny's Innovations And Calculated Promotions Poised To Amplify Growth
Denny's menu innovations and value leadership strategies aim to drive customer traffic and increase revenue through a mix of premium and value offerings.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Denny's makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep 25 | 457 | 10 | 83 | 0 |
| 25 Jun 25 | 456 | 16 | 81 | 0 |
| 26 Mar 25 | 454 | 17 | 79 | 0 |
| 25 Dec 24 | 452 | 22 | 80 | 0 |
| 25 Sep 24 | 453 | 18 | 82 | 0 |
| 26 Jun 24 | 455 | 19 | 80 | 0 |
| 27 Mar 24 | 456 | 24 | 79 | 0 |
| 27 Dec 23 | 464 | 20 | 78 | 0 |
| 27 Sep 23 | 469 | 30 | 76 | 0 |
| 28 Jun 23 | 473 | 39 | 74 | 0 |
| 29 Mar 23 | 471 | 53 | 70 | 0 |
| 28 Dec 22 | 456 | 75 | 67 | 0 |
| 28 Sep 22 | 443 | 105 | 69 | 0 |
| 29 Jun 22 | 430 | 101 | 69 | 0 |
| 30 Mar 22 | 421 | 77 | 70 | 0 |
| 29 Dec 21 | 398 | 78 | 69 | 0 |
| 29 Sep 21 | 371 | 37 | 74 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 338 | 31 | 71 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 272 | 9 | 66 | 0 |
| 30 Dec 20 | 289 | -5 | 55 | 0 |
| 23 Sep 20 | 322 | 11 | 43 | 0 |
| 24 Jun 20 | 375 | 54 | 47 | 0 |
| 25 Mar 20 | 487 | 111 | 55 | 0 |
| 25 Dec 19 | 541 | 117 | 69 | 0 |
| 25 Sep 19 | 587 | 110 | 67 | 0 |
| 26 Jun 19 | 621 | 72 | 68 | 0 |
| 27 Mar 19 | 626 | 49 | 66 | 0 |
| 26 Dec 18 | 630 | 44 | 64 | 0 |
| 26 Sep 18 | 606 | 45 | 64 | 0 |
| 27 Jun 18 | 580 | 44 | 65 | 0 |
| 28 Mar 18 | 557 | 41 | 66 | 0 |
| 27 Dec 17 | 529 | 40 | 66 | 0 |
| 27 Sep 17 | 523 | 38 | 69 | 0 |
| 28 Jun 17 | 519 | 38 | 70 | 0 |
| 29 Mar 17 | 510 | 18 | 69 | 0 |
| 28 Dec 16 | 507 | 19 | 68 | 0 |
| 28 Sep 16 | 501 | 17 | 68 | 0 |
| 29 Jun 16 | 497 | 16 | 66 | 0 |
| 30 Mar 16 | 496 | 37 | 67 | 0 |
| 30 Dec 15 | 491 | 36 | 67 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 496 | 37 | 68 | 0 |
| 01 Jul 15 | 489 | 36 | 65 | 0 |
| 01 Apr 15 | 481 | 35 | 62 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: DENN has a large one-off loss of $6.6M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 24th September, 2025.
Growing Profit Margin: DENN's current net profit margins (2.2%) are lower than last year (3.9%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: DENN's earnings have declined by 11.9% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: DENN's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: DENN had negative earnings growth (-42.2%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Hospitality industry average (8%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: DENN's liabilities exceed its assets, so it is difficult to calculate its Return on Equity.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/01/20 19:32 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/01/16 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/09/24 |
| Annual Earnings | 2024/12/25 |
Data Sources
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Denny's Corporation is covered by 11 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Mark Kalinowski | Brean Capital Historical (Janney Montgomery) |
| Conrad Lyon | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Jon Tower | Citigroup Inc |