Kura Sushi USA (KRUS) Projected to Post Earnings on Tuesday

Kura Sushi USA (NASDAQ:KRUS) is projected to release its Q2 2026 results after the market closes on Tuesday, April 7th. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of ($0.12) per share and revenue of $77.2160 million for the quarter. Individuals may review the information on the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning report for the latest details on the call scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.

Kura Sushi USA (NASDAQ:KRUS) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, January 7th. The company reported ($0.23) EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ($0.17) by ($0.06). The business had revenue of $73.46 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $72.98 million. Kura Sushi USA had a negative net margin of 1.37% and a negative return on equity of 0.63%. During the same period in the previous year, the company earned ($0.08) EPS. On average, analysts expect Kura Sushi USA to post $0 EPS for the current fiscal year and $0 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Kura Sushi USA Stock Performance

Shares of NASDAQ KRUS opened at $68.13 on Friday. Kura Sushi USA has a 12-month low of $40.03 and a 12-month high of $95.98. The firm has a market capitalization of $825.05 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of -206.45 and a beta of 1.65. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $67.05 and a 200 day moving average of $61.29.

Insider Activity

In related news, insider Hajime Uba sold 9,874 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, January 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $72.93, for a total value of $720,110.82. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider directly owned 6,026 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $439,476.18. This trade represents a 62.10% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. 2.28% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the stock. Balyasny Asset Management L.P. purchased a new stake in shares of Kura Sushi USA in the fourth quarter worth about $19,194,000. Woodline Partners LP lifted its holdings in Kura Sushi USA by 270.3% in the third quarter. Woodline Partners LP now owns 292,014 shares of the company’s stock valued at $17,349,000 after acquiring an additional 213,158 shares during the period. Millennium Management LLC boosted its position in Kura Sushi USA by 1,404.2% in the 4th quarter. Millennium Management LLC now owns 168,820 shares of the company’s stock worth $8,834,000 after purchasing an additional 157,597 shares in the last quarter. Pillsbury Lake Capital LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Kura Sushi USA during the 4th quarter worth approximately $8,037,000. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. grew its stake in shares of Kura Sushi USA by 3,921.5% during the 4th quarter. JPMorgan Chase & Co. now owns 127,441 shares of the company’s stock worth $6,669,000 after purchasing an additional 124,272 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 65.49% of the company’s stock.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several analysts recently weighed in on KRUS shares. Loop Capital set a $70.00 price objective on Kura Sushi USA in a report on Thursday, January 8th. Benchmark reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Kura Sushi USA in a report on Thursday, January 8th. Piper Sandler raised their target price on shares of Kura Sushi USA from $59.00 to $67.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, January 16th. Barclays reduced their price target on shares of Kura Sushi USA from $67.00 to $62.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, January 7th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada set a $85.00 price target on shares of Kura Sushi USA in a research report on Tuesday, January 20th. Five analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, five have assigned a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $78.00.

About Kura Sushi USA

Kura Sushi USA, Inc operates Japanese‐style revolving sushi restaurants across the United States. The company’s concept centers on delivering a modern sushi dining experience by combining fresh ingredients with automated conveyer belt and plate‐return systems. Guests can choose from a broad menu that includes nigiri, sashimi, maki rolls, tempura, udon noodles and chef‐inspired seasonal dishes, all served directly from the conveyor belt or ordered on tabletop touchscreens.

Each restaurant integrates patented technology to ensure food quality and operational efficiency.