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DENN

Denny's Corporation

DENN

Denny's Corporation • NASDAQ
$6.17 ▲ 0.00% (+0.00)
Market Cap $317.75 M
52w High $7.66
52w Low $2.85
Dividend Yield 0%
P/E 30.85
Volume 433.96K
Outstanding Shares 51.50M

Income Statement

Period Revenue Operating Expense Net Income Net Profit Margin Earnings Per Share EBITDA
Q3-2025 $113.244M ▼ $33.44M ▲ $632K ▼ 0.558% ▼ $0.012 ▼ $11.691M ▼
Q2-2025 $117.657M ▲ $27.523M ▼ $2.47M ▲ 2.099% ▲ $0.047 ▲ $13.269M ▲
Q1-2025 $111.637M ▼ $78.073M ▲ $326K ▼ 0.292% ▼ $0.006 ▼ $9.155M ▼
Q4-2024 $114.674M ▲ $22.567M ▼ $6.796M ▲ 5.926% ▲ $0.13 $19.417M ▲
Q3-2024 $111.759M $24.199M $6.516M 5.83% $0.13 $17.269M

Balance Statement

Period Cash & Short-term Total Assets Total Liabilities Total Equity
Q3-2025 $2.224M ▲ $502.918M ▲ $535.612M ▲ $-32.694M ▲
Q2-2025 $1.166M ▼ $491.15M ▲ $525.729M ▲ $-34.579M ▲
Q1-2025 $2.168M ▼ $488.075M ▼ $524.495M ▼ $-36.42M ▼
Q4-2024 $2.804M ▼ $496.274M ▲ $530.299M ▲ $-34.025M ▲
Q3-2024 $4.368M $461.623M $516.106M $-54.483M

Cash Flow Statement

Period Net Income Cash From Operations Cash From Investing Cash From Financing Net Change Free Cash Flow
Q2-2025 $2.47M ▲ $9.353M ▲ $-10.364M ▼ $1.138M ▼ $127K ▲ $2.068M ▲
Q1-2025 $326K ▼ $5.015M ▼ $-7.172M ▲ $1.498M ▲ $-659K ▼ $-4.084M ▼
Q4-2024 $6.796M ▲ $8.54M ▲ $-9.057M ▼ $749K ▼ $232K ▼ $-2.319M ▼
Q3-2024 $6.516M ▲ $6.551M ▼ $-7.267M ▼ $1.016M ▲ $300K ▲ $-1.211M ▼
Q2-2024 $3.568M $14.181M $-5.022M $-9.157M $2K $9.138M

Revenue by Products

Product Q4-2024Q1-2025Q2-2025Q3-2025
Advertising
Advertising
 $20.00M ▲$0 ▼$20.00M ▲$20.00M ▲
Franchise
Franchise
 $60.00M ▲$60.00M ▲$60.00M ▲$60.00M ▲
Franchisor Owned Outlet
Franchisor Owned Outlet
 $50.00M ▲$50.00M ▲$60.00M ▲$60.00M ▲
License
License
 $0 ▲$0 ▲$0 ▲$0 ▲
Occupancy
Occupancy
 $10.00M ▲$0 ▼$10.00M ▲$10.00M ▲
Royalty
Royalty
 $30.00M ▲$0 ▼$30.00M ▲$30.00M ▲

Five-Year Company Overview

Income Statement

Income Statement Revenue has recovered well from the pandemic and is now fairly steady, not rapidly growing but also not shrinking. Profitability, however, is thin. Operating profit has been relatively stable at modest levels, and recent net income is much lower than the unusually strong results seen a few years ago. The big jump in earnings per share in the earlier period looks more like a one‑off effect than a new normal. Overall, Denny’s is generating consistent but not robust profits, with limited room for error if sales or costs move against it.

Balance Sheet

Balance Sheet The balance sheet is heavily tilted toward debt, with meaningful borrowings and negative reported equity. Cash on hand is very light, so the company appears to rely on its ongoing cash generation and credit facilities rather than a cash cushion. This structure can be efficient in good times but leaves Denny’s more exposed if business slows or financing conditions tighten. Asset levels are fairly stable, suggesting a mature footprint rather than aggressive expansion funded on the balance sheet.

Cash Flow

Cash Flow The business is generating positive cash from operations, but not in large amounts relative to its size. Capital spending has been kept low, which helps support free cash flow, though free cash flow appears to have softened recently from earlier stronger years. The model is still cash‑generative, but there’s not a lot of excess after covering routine needs, so significant new investments or debt reduction likely require careful prioritization.

Competitive Edge

Competitive Edge Denny’s leans heavily on its long‑standing image as “America’s Diner,” wide national footprint, and around‑the‑clock service. Its franchise-heavy model gives it broad reach with relatively lower corporate capital needs. At the same time, it operates in a very crowded, price-sensitive restaurant market, facing pressure from other family dining chains, fast casual concepts, and delivery platforms. Labor costs, food inflation, and shifting consumer dining habits remain ongoing competitive challenges, but the brand’s familiarity and all‑day appeal are real strengths.

Innovation and R&D

Innovation and R&D The company is pushing a broad technology upgrade: cloud-based restaurant systems, handheld devices for servers, smart kitchen tools, and an enhanced app and web ordering platform. These efforts aim to speed service, improve accuracy, and strengthen digital ordering and loyalty. Denny’s is also experimenting with virtual brands that run out of existing kitchens, letting it reach new customers without building new stores. A dedicated technology leader and ongoing menu testing indicate a structured approach to innovation, though the financial payoff will depend on execution and guest adoption over the next several years.

Summary

Denny’s today looks like a mature, recognizable brand with steady but modest earnings and a highly leveraged balance sheet. The business throws off cash, but not in abundance, and carries limited cash reserves alongside meaningful debt, which adds financial risk if conditions worsen. On the positive side, the company has a strong brand identity, broad franchised presence, and is actively modernizing its technology and off‑premise capabilities. People following the company may want to watch how well these digital and operational initiatives translate into stronger margins, sustained traffic, and a more comfortable financial profile over time.

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