El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) Financial Statements
Industry: Eating Places (Retail)
In fiscal 2025, El Pollo Loco reported revenue of $490.0M, up 3.6% from $473.0M the year before. Net income was $26.5M (a 5.4% net margin), or $0.90 per diluted share. Gross margin was 8.6% and operating margin was 8.6%. Operating activities generated $48.1M of cash, leaving $25.4M of free cash flow. At fiscal year end, El Pollo Loco held $606.6M in total assets against $315.6M in total liabilities, including $6.2M of cash and equivalents.
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El Pollo Loco Key Stats
| Share Price | $15.82 |
|---|---|
| Market Cap | $476.1M |
| P/E Ratio | 17.6 |
| Revenue YoY Growth | +3.6% |
| 52-Week Range | $9.06 – $17.20 |
| Shares Outstanding | 29.7 million (basic, 2026 Q2) |
El Pollo Loco Income Statement
| FY 2020 | FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $426.1M | $454.4M | $470.0M | $468.7M | $473.0M | $490.0M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $392.5M | $413.0M | $439.8M | $428.9M | $431.8M | $448.0M |
| Gross Profit | $33.6M | $41.3M | $30.1M | $39.8M | $41.2M | $42.0M |
| Operating Income | $33.6M | $41.3M | $30.1M | $39.8M | $41.2M | $42.0M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $30.1M | $39.5M | $28.9M | $34.9M | $35.3M | $37.6M |
| Income Tax | $5.7M | $10.3M | $8.1M | $9.3M | $9.6M | $11.1M |
| Net Income | $24.5M | $29.1M | $20.8M | $25.6M | $25.7M | $26.5M |
| Diluted EPS | $0.68 | $0.80 | $0.57 | $0.74 | $0.86 | $0.90 |
El Pollo Loco Quarterly Results
| 2025 Q3 | 2025 Q4 | 2026 Q1 | 2026 Q2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $121.5M | $123.5M | $126.2M | $129.6M |
| Net Income | $7.4M | $6.5M | $8.2M | $12.8M |
| Diluted EPS | $0.25 | $0.22 | $0.27 | $0.43 |
El Pollo Loco Balance Sheet
| FY 2020 | FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $13.2M | $30.0M | $20.5M | $7.3M | $2.5M | $6.2M |
| Current Assets | $31.7M | $49.5M | $37.4M | $25.1M | $19.9M | $25.6M |
| Total Assets | $605.2M | $613.8M | $597.2M | $592.3M | $592.0M | $606.6M |
| Current Liabilities | $66.4M | $74.6M | $68.5M | $72.6M | $75.7M | $79.1M |
| Total Long-Term Debt | $62.8M | $40.0M | $66.0M | $84.0M | $71.0M | $51.0M |
| Total Liabilities | $327.6M | $303.2M | $316.1M | $341.6M | $331.3M | $315.6M |
| Shareholders' Equity | $277.6M | $310.6M | $281.1M | $250.7M | $260.7M | $291.1M |
El Pollo Loco Cash Flow Statement
| FY 2020 | FY 2021 | FY 2022 | FY 2023 | FY 2024 | FY 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash From Operations | $40.5M | $52.1M | $38.5M | $40.7M | $46.8M | $48.1M |
| Cash From Investing | -$6.7M | -$12.5M | -$18.9M | -$13.4M | -$18.9M | -$22.6M |
| Cash From Financing | -$28.7M | -$22.8M | -$29.2M | -$40.4M | -$32.6M | -$21.7M |
| Free Cash Flow | $33.9M | $35.1M | $18.6M | $19.4M | $27.7M | $25.4M |
Figures from El Pollo Loco's 10-K and 10-Q filings with the SEC, as of 2026-10-14. Fiscal years follow the company's own reporting calendar. EPS and share counts are adjusted for later stock splits. See the full El Pollo Loco financials page for every line item.
El Pollo Loco Company Profile
| Ticker | LOCO |
|---|---|
| Exchange | Nasdaq |
| Industry | Eating Places (Retail) |
| Headquarters | Costa Mesa, California |
| Incorporated in | Delaware |
| Fiscal Year End | December 30 |
| SEC Filer Category | Accelerated filer |
| SEC CIK | 0001606366 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What was El Pollo Loco's revenue in fiscal 2025?
El Pollo Loco (LOCO) reported revenue of $490.0M for fiscal 2025.
What is El Pollo Loco's annual revenue history?
El Pollo Loco's annual revenue by fiscal year: 2020: $426.1M; 2021: $454.4M; 2022: $470.0M; 2023: $468.7M; 2024: $473.0M; 2025: $490.0M.
What was El Pollo Loco's net income in fiscal 2025?
El Pollo Loco reported net income of $26.5M for fiscal 2025.
What was El Pollo Loco's earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal 2025?
El Pollo Loco's diluted EPS was $0.90 for fiscal 2025 (adjusted for any later stock splits).
How much free cash flow did El Pollo Loco generate in fiscal 2025?
El Pollo Loco generated $25.4M of free cash flow in fiscal 2025.
What was El Pollo Loco's revenue last quarter?
In its most recent reported quarter (2026 Q2), El Pollo Loco reported revenue of $129.6M.
How much debt does El Pollo Loco have?
El Pollo Loco reported $51.0M of long-term debt, including the current portion, at the end of fiscal 2025.
How many shares of El Pollo Loco are outstanding?
El Pollo Loco reported a weighted average of 29.7 million basic shares outstanding in 2026 Q2.
What is El Pollo Loco's market cap?
Based on its latest closing price, El Pollo Loco (LOCO) has a market capitalization of about $476.1M.
When does El Pollo Loco's fiscal year end?
El Pollo Loco's fiscal year end, as registered with the SEC, is December 30.
Where is El Pollo Loco headquartered?
El Pollo Loco lists its business address in Costa Mesa, California in its SEC filings.