Papa John’s International (PZZA) Projected to Post Earnings on Thursday

Papa John’s International (NASDAQ:PZZA) is anticipated to issue its Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Thursday, August 6th. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $0.43 per share and revenue of $481.2490 million for the quarter. Investors may review the information on the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning report page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET.

Papa John’s International (NASDAQ:PZZA) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, May 7th. The company reported $0.32 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.40 by ($0.08). Papa John’s International had a negative return on equity of 10.71% and a net margin of 1.37%.The firm had revenue of $478.61 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $485.51 million. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $0.36 EPS. Papa John’s International’s revenue for the quarter was down 7.7% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts expect Papa John’s International to post $1 EPS for the current fiscal year and $2 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Papa John’s International Trading Down 1.1%

Shares of PZZA stock opened at $30.72 on Wednesday. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $33.32 and its 200-day moving average price is $34.02. The stock has a market cap of $1.01 billion, a PE ratio of 37.01, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.03 and a beta of 1.13. Papa John’s International has a 12 month low of $29.55 and a 12 month high of $55.74.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in the company. Lazard Asset Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of Papa John’s International during the second quarter valued at approximately $59,000. Kestra Advisory Services LLC bought a new position in Papa John’s International in the 4th quarter valued at approximately $73,000. iSAM Funds UK Ltd purchased a new stake in Papa John’s International during the 3rd quarter valued at $121,000. Quantbot Technologies LP purchased a new stake in Papa John’s International during the 3rd quarter valued at $125,000. Finally, Advisory Services Network LLC bought a new stake in shares of Papa John’s International in the 3rd quarter worth $127,000.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

A number of research analysts recently issued reports on PZZA shares. Stephens reissued an “overweight” rating on shares of Papa John’s International in a research report on Tuesday, July 21st. Benchmark decreased their target price on shares of Papa John’s International from $50.00 to $45.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, May 8th. Mizuho lowered their target price on shares of Papa John’s International from $33.00 to $32.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a report on Friday. Bank of America restated an “underperform” rating and issued a $34.00 price target (down from $42.00) on shares of Papa John’s International in a research note on Monday, July 13th. Finally, Zacks Research lowered Papa John’s International from a “hold” rating to a “strong sell” rating in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, five have assigned a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and an average target price of $36.38.

Papa John’s International Company Profile

Papa John’s International, Inc is a leading American pizza restaurant chain known for its focus on high-quality ingredients and consistent product offerings. Founded in 1984 by John Schnatter in Jeffersonville, Indiana, the company has grown to operate thousands of restaurants across the United States and in more than 40 international markets. Papa John’s restaurants are primarily franchised, supported by a network of corporate-owned outlets that together drive brand standards, operational guidance and marketing efforts.

The core menu at Papa John’s centers on a variety of hand-tossed and pan pizzas made with a signature stone-baked crust and topped with real cheese, vine-ripened tomato sauce and premium meats and vegetables.