Insider Selling: El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) Major Shareholder Sells $161,163.00 in Stock
Major shareholder Sardar Biglari of El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) sold 9,525 shares worth $161,163 on July 2nd, reducing his stake by 0.26%. This sale is part of a series of recent transactions by Biglari, occurring shortly after El Pollo Loco reported better-than-expected quarterly results and authorized a $40 million share buyback plan. The stock's performance and institutional investor activity are also detailed, alongside analyst ratings.
El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) Major Shareholder Sardar Biglari Sells 132,421 Shares
El Pollo Loco's major shareholder, Sardar Biglari, sold 132,421 shares of the company's stock on July 1st for approximately $2.29 million. This sale, at an average price of $17.27 per share, reduced his position by 3.51%, though he still holds over 3.6 million shares. The transaction is part of a series of recent sales by Biglari, occurring as El Pollo Loco's stock trades near its 52-week high, following a positive earnings report and a $40 million share repurchase announcement.
Lion Fund II (ticker: LOCO) sells 141,946 El Pollo Loco shares
Lion Fund II, associated with Sardar Biglari, reported selling a total of 141,946 shares of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) in open-market transactions on July 1 and July 2, 2026, at weighted average prices of $17.27 and $16.92 per share, respectively. Despite these sales, Lion Fund II and related entities still hold a substantial combined position of over 4 million shares, indicating a portfolio adjustment rather than a major ownership change. These transactions were disclosed in an SEC Form 4 filing.
Form 4 El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc For: 6 July By Investing.com
This article reports that a Form 4 filing for El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc. was submitted on July 6th. Form 4 filings disclose changes in beneficial ownership of securities by company insiders. The brief notice confirms the date of the filing, with a stock quote for LOCO showing a slight decrease.
Sardar Biglari affiliated funds sell $2.45m El Pollo Loco stock
Entities affiliated with Sardar Biglari, including The Lion Fund II, L.P., sold approximately $2.45 million worth of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) common stock earlier this month. The sales occurred on July 1 and July 2, 2026, at weighted average prices between $16.92 and $17.27 per share. These transactions follow a significant 52% surge in El Pollo Loco's stock over the past six months and coincide with recent positive financial results and analyst upgrades for the company.
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Q3 2025 El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc Earnings Call Transcript
This article provides the transcript for El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc.'s Q3 2025 earnings call. The company reported positive system-wide traffic growth, an increase in restaurant operating profit margins, and significant digital business expansion, including the opening of its 500th restaurant. Despite these positives, the company experienced a decrease in comparable restaurant sales and an increase in general and administrative expenses.
Q2 2025 El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc Earnings Call Transcript
This article provides the transcript for El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc.'s Q2 2025 Earnings Call, which took place on July 31, 2025. It includes opening remarks from an unidentified speaker and the company's CFO, detailing the initial proceedings of the call. The content is primarily a record of the earnings call's introductory segments, with access to the full transcript requiring a subscription.
Form 13D/A El Pollo Loco Holdings For: 2 July By Investing.com
This article announces the filing of Form 13D/A for El Pollo Loco Holdings on July 2nd. It is a brief news item from Investing.com, providing basic information about the SEC filing. The content focuses on the administrative aspect of the filing rather than detailed analysis.
Biglari group discloses 13.5% El Pollo Loco (LOCO) stake in amended 13D
The Biglari group has reported a 13.5% stake in El Pollo Loco (LOCO) through an amended Schedule 13D filing. This significant ownership, totaling 4,124,701 common shares, was acquired through open-market purchases primarily by The Lion Fund II, along with First Guard Insurance and Biglari Reinsurance. The filing indicates a high-conviction position that could influence El Pollo Loco's governance.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Insider Sold Shares Worth $3,715,166, According to a Recent SEC Filing
An insider at El Pollo Loco Holdings recently sold shares valued at $3,715,166, according to a new SEC filing. This transaction indicates a significant divestment by a company insider, which could be of interest to investors. The details of the sale are available through the SEC.
LOCO - El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc Options
This article provides a detailed financial overview of El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc. (LOCO), including its market capitalization, income, sales, various financial ratios, and performance metrics. It also covers insider and institutional ownership, analyst recommendations, and stock performance over different periods. The data indicates strong recent performance and growth in several key areas.
LOCO - El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc Latest SEC Filings
This article provides the latest SEC filings and extensive financial data for El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO). It details various metrics including market capitalization, income, sales, P/E ratio, EPS, insider and institutional ownership, and stock performance over different periods. The information is presented as of the market close on July 1st, with the stock trading at $17.20.
Assenagon Asset Management S.A. Acquires 132,351 Shares of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. $LOCO
Assenagon Asset Management S.A. significantly increased its stake in El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) by 648.3% in the first quarter, now owning 152,767 shares valued at $2.1 million. This increase follows El Pollo Loco's strong Q1 earnings, which surpassed analyst expectations, and the announcement of a $40 million share repurchase program. Analysts currently hold a "Hold" consensus rating for LOCO, with an average price target of $14.88.
El Pollo Loco® Marks Development Milestone as it Enters 10th State
El Pollo Loco has expanded its presence into its 10th state, Idaho, with the opening of its first restaurant in Meridian. This milestone is part of the brand's accelerated development pipeline, which aims to open 18 to 20 new restaurants systemwide in 2026, primarily outside of California. The company has rapidly grown its footprint in new and existing markets, demonstrating strong brand power and unit economics, attracting experienced franchisees for further expansion.
Enterprise value to EBITDA forward of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. – NASDAQ:LOCO
This article presents the enterprise value to EBITDA forward for El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LOCO). It is part of a financial data overview available on TradingView, which provides market and reference data for the stock. The content emphasizes financial metrics for the company.
El Pollo Loco® Marks Development Milestone as it Enters 10th State
El Pollo Loco has expanded into its 10th state with the opening of its first Idaho restaurant, located in Meridian. This milestone is part of the brand's accelerated development strategy, which includes plans to open 18 to 20 new restaurants systemwide in 2026, many outside California. The company has rapidly grown its presence, adding three new states (Washington, New Mexico, Idaho) in under two years and increasing its footprint in existing markets.
Enterprise value to EBITDA forward of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. – TRADEGATE:EP6
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El Pollo Loco® Marks Development Milestone as it Enters 10th State
El Pollo Loco has expanded into its 10th state, Idaho, with the opening of its first restaurant in Meridian, marking a significant development milestone. This expansion is part of the company's broader strategy to accelerate restaurant development outside California, with plans to open 18 to 20 new restaurants systemwide in 2026. The move highlights the brand's sustained growth, positive same-store sales, and strong unit economics, attracting experienced franchisees and offering new dining options to communities.
Freedom Capital initiates El Pollo Loco stock coverage with buy rating
Freedom Capital has initiated coverage on El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) with a buy rating and a price target of $22.00, suggesting a 33% upside. The firm views El Pollo Loco as an "under-the-radar name" with new leadership executing a successful turnaround strategy, evidenced by improving same-store sales and accelerating unit growth. This follows a strong first quarter fiscal 2026 for the company, where it exceeded market expectations in earnings and revenue, leading Benchmark to raise its price target and the Board to authorize a $40 million stock buyback program.
Biglari-linked funds trim El Pollo Loco (LOCO) stake with June stock sales
Investment vehicles associated with Sardar Biglari have reduced their stake in El Pollo Loco (LOCO) through open-market sales in June 2026. The Lion Fund II, L.P. sold a total of 222,600 shares at weighted average prices between $16.58 and $16.91. Following these transactions, Lion Fund II directly holds 3,777,400 El Pollo Loco shares, with additional indirect holdings through Biglari Reinsurance Ltd. and First Guard Insurance Company.
Sardar Biglari Sells 22,600 Shares of El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) Stock
Sardar Biglari, a major shareholder in El Pollo Loco, sold 22,600 shares of the company's stock on June 30th for approximately $382,166, reducing his ownership by about 0.59%. This transaction is part of a larger selling trend, with Biglari having sold over 222,000 shares recently as the stock trades near its 52-week high. El Pollo Loco recently surpassed earnings expectations, approved a $40 million share repurchase program, and currently holds a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts.
El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) Major Shareholder Sells 100,000 Shares
Major shareholder Sardar Biglari sold 100,000 shares of El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) on June 29th for approximately $1.66 million, reducing his direct stake by 2.56%. This transaction follows other recent sales by Biglari on June 30th and June 26th. The company's stock recently traded near its 52-week high, and El Pollo Loco also reported better-than-expected earnings and authorized a $40 million stock buyback.
Form 4 El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc For: 30 June By Investing.com
This article announces the filing of Form 4 for El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc. for the period ending June 30. It is a very brief news item from Investing.com, accompanied by various market data and other news headlines.
El Pollo Loco® Marks Development Milestone as it Enters 10th State
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. has expanded its presence to its 10th state with the opening of its first Idaho restaurant. This milestone is part of the company's accelerated development pipeline, which aims to open 18 to 20 new restaurants systemwide in 2026, primarily outside of California. The expansion reflects consistent positive same-store sales growth and increasing restaurant-level margins, demonstrating the brand's successful transformation strategy and path to national expansion.
El Pollo Loco Opens First Restaurant in Idaho, Expanding Nationally
El Pollo Loco has opened its first restaurant in Meridian, Idaho, marking its entry into the tenth state and signifying a major step in its national expansion strategy. The company has shown positive sales growth and improved restaurant-level margins, demonstrating the success of its transformation strategy. El Pollo Loco plans to significantly accelerate its expansion in 2026, nearly doubling the pace of new restaurant openings compared to 2025, with a focus on markets outside California.
Enterprise value to revenue forward of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. – NASDAQ:LOCO
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Q3 2025 El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc Earnings Call Transcript
This article provides the transcript of the Q3 2025 earnings call for El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc. It details both positive developments, such as system-wide traffic growth, improved restaurant-level operating profit margins, and digital sales expansion, and negative points including decreased company-operated restaurant revenue and challenges with general and administrative expenses. The transcript includes opening remarks from the Chief Financial Officer.
Form 144 El Pollo Loco Holdings For: 26 June By Investing.com
This article announces the filing of Form 144 for El Pollo Loco Holdings on June 26. It presents this information within the Investing.com platform, including details about the stock ticker LOCO and general market data.
[144] El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. SEC Filing
This article details an SEC Form 144 filing by El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO), indicating a proposed sale of common stock by an unnamed "person" through Wells Fargo. The filing shows an acquisition of 4,000,000 shares via open market purchases on June 28, 2023, with an aggregate market value of $23,909,437.50 for the shares to be sold. This type of filing concerns the resale of restricted and control securities.
Price to sales forward of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. – NASDAQ:LOCO
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Enterprise value to revenue forward of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. – FWB:EP6
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Price to earnings forward of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. – FWB:EP6
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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. Actuals & Estimates (NASDAQ:LOCO)
This article provides an overview of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) financials, stock performance, and analyst estimates. It covers historical stock prices, market capitalization, earnings, revenue, and future forecasts, along with answers to frequently asked questions about the company's stock. The data suggests a strong buy rating for LOCO stock's technical analysis.
LOCO Forecast — Price Target — Prediction for 2027
This article provides a forecast and price target for El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) stock, based on analyst opinions. It details historical stock performance, current price, market capitalization, volatility, and future earnings expectations, also addressing frequently asked questions about the company's financials and investment potential.
El Pollo Loco® Introduces its Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™
El Pollo Loco is introducing new Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™ for a limited time, starting June 25th. The quesadillas come in Queso and Street Corn options, featuring fire-grilled chicken and melted Jack Cheese. Chatacoffee™ offers unique iced coffee drinks with Horchata or cold foam, and the fan-favorite BBQ Black Beans are also returning to the menu.
El Pollo Loco® Introduces its Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™
El Pollo Loco is introducing new Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™ for a limited time, starting June 25, 2026, with early access for loyalty members. The quesadillas come in Queso and Street Corn varieties, while the Chatacoffee™ beverages are iced coffees with horchata or cold foam. Additionally, the fan-favorite BBQ Black Beans are returning to the menu.
El Pollo Loco leans into summer with new quesadillas and iced coffee
El Pollo Loco is introducing new limited-time menu items for summer, including Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee, starting June 25 at participating locations. Loco Rewards members get early access to the Loaded Quesadillas from June 23. Additionally, the fan-favorite BBQ Black Beans are returning to the menu for a limited time.
El Pollo Loco® Introduces its Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™
El Pollo Loco is introducing new Loaded Quesadillas and Chatacoffee™ drinks for a limited time starting June 25, 2026, with early access for loyalty members on June 23. The Loaded Quesadillas come in Queso and Street Corn varieties, while the Chatacoffee™ line includes unique iced coffee drinks with Horchata or cold foam. Additionally, the fan-favorite BBQ Black Beans are returning to the menu for a limited period.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO) Shareholder Structure: Major Shareholders & Institutional Holdings
This article details the shareholder structure of El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO), listing its major shareholders and institutional holdings as of recent updates. It breaks down shareholders by type, percentage of ownership, and recent activity, including changes in shares held by top institutional investors. The information provides insights into the ownership landscape of the company.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO) Dividends & Stock Splits: Historical Payouts and Event Timeline
This article provides an overview of El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc's (LOCO) dividend and stock split history. It notes that the company has distributed $0.00 in dividends over the past five years and reports that there is no data available for past stock splits. The page also displays current stock information including market capitalization and P/E ratio.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO) Earnings Forecast: Future EPS & Revenue Growth Estimates
The article provides an earnings forecast for El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO), highlighting its current earnings forecast score of 7.60, ranking 58th in its industry. It details analyst ratings, target prices ranging from $11.00 to $18.00, and expected future EPS and revenue figures. The consensus among 5 analysts is a "Buy" trend for LOCO stock.
THE WAIT IS OVER: EL POLLO LOCO® BRINGS BACK BBQ BLACK BEANS
El Pollo Loco is bringing back its fan-favorite BBQ Black Beans for a limited time, starting June 25, 2026. The smoky-sweet side dish returns due to overwhelming customer demand, as shown in a recent Instagram poll and numerous fan requests. This comeback is a highly anticipated event for both customers and internal staff of the restaurant chain.
THE WAIT IS OVER: EL POLLO LOCO® BRINGS BACK BBQ BLACK BEANS
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc. (LOCO) has announced the return of its popular BBQ Black Beans. This news was released via Quantisnow, a real-time market data platform that provides retail investors with alerts on market intelligence. The update highlights the company's continuous efforts to offer popular menu items to its customers.
THE WAIT IS OVER: EL POLLO LOCO® BRINGS BACK BBQ BLACK BEANS
El Pollo Loco is bringing back its fan-favorite BBQ Black Beans for a limited time starting June 25, 2026. This decision comes after significant customer demand, including an Instagram poll where 46% of fans voted for its return. The company expects this nostalgic offering to engage guests and potentially influence traffic and sales during its promotion period.
D.A. Davidson reiterates Neutral on El Pollo Loco stock at $15
D.A. Davidson maintained a Neutral rating and a $15.00 price target for El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) after the company's CFO presented at a conference. The firm cited a preference to see more evidence of geographic expansion outside California before becoming more optimistic, despite positive underlying same-store sales momentum. InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently overvalued, trading at an EV/EBITDA of 10.75x compared to the target's 7x fiscal 2027 estimate.
El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ: LOCO) CFO reports tax-withholding on vested shares
El Pollo Loco's CFO, Ira Fils, reported a tax-withholding transaction where 2,144 shares of common stock were retained by the company to cover tax obligations related to the vesting of 5,975 restricted shares. The shares were valued at $13.95 each. Following this transaction, Fils directly holds 122,813 shares of El Pollo Loco common stock, indicating a compensation-related event rather than an open-market sale.
El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ: LOCO) CEO has shares withheld for taxes on stock vesting
El Pollo Loco CEO Elizabeth Goodman Williams recently had 10,523 shares of common stock withheld by the company to cover tax obligations related to the vesting of 21,510 restricted stock awards. This transaction, valued at $13.95 per share, is a routine tax-related disposition rather than a discretionary trade. Following this event, Williams directly holds 248,091 common shares, indicating a substantial equity position remains.
El Pollo Loco authorizes $40M share repurchase program
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. has announced a $40 million share repurchase program, authorized by its board of directors. This substantial program represents approximately 9% of the company's current market capitalization, signaling a material capital return to shareholders. While the company has flexibility on the timing and pace of repurchases, this authorization does not obligate them to buy a specific number of shares.
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO) Stock Up 6.5% but GF Value Says Overvalued -- GF Score: 73/100
El Pollo Loco Holdings Inc (LOCO) stock recently rose 6.5% to $14.87, marking a significant year-to-date increase. Despite this momentum, GuruFocus' GF Value indicates the stock is 27.7% overvalued, with a current price exceeding the intrinsic value estimate of $11.64. The company's GF Score of 73/100 suggests above-average fundamental performance, primarily driven by strong momentum, but tempered by a low growth rank and historical P/E ratio trading above its 5-year median.
