Jack in the Box Inc is a fast-food restaurant chain that specializes in a diverse menu of burgers, tacos, breakfast items, and other quick-service foods. Founded in the United States, the company is known for its innovative marketing and unique product offerings, catering to a wide range of customer preferences. With a focus on convenience and speed, Jack in the Box operates numerous locations across the country, providing drive-thru and dine-in options to meet the demands of a fast-paced lifestyle. The brand is recognized for its playful advertising campaigns and commitment to delivering quality and value to its customers. Read More
Fast-food chain Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 6.6% year on year to $326.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.30 per share was 37.4% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) announced financial results for the Jack in the Box and Del Taco segments in the fourth quarter, ended September 28, 2025.
As the regular session of the US market on Tuesday comes to an end, let's delve into the after-hours session and discover the top gainers and losers shaping the post-market sentiment.
Shares of fast-food chain Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK)
fell 2.7% in the morning session after UBS lowered its price target on the stock to $17 from $20, citing concerns about sales pressure ahead of the company's fourth-quarter earnings report.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after investors continued to pile into value-oriented names amid growing valuation concerns. This shift reflected growing caution over high valuations within the technology and artificial intelligence (AI) spheres. As market participants reassessed risk, they reallocated capital from growth-heavy indices, like the Nasdaq, to companies in areas like industrials and financials, perceived to be more reasonably priced.
Contributing to the positive momentum, markets remained hopeful that a prolonged 40-day government shutdown would be over.
The U.S. Senate approved a compromise funding package, which was pending a vote in the House. The potential end to the shutdown brought a sense of relief to markets.
Restaurants are go-to meeting hubs for friends, family, and colleagues. But the side dish is that they’re quite difficult to operate because high inventory and labor costs generally lead to thin margins at the store level.
This leaves little room for error if demand dries up, and it seems like the market has some reservations as the industry has tumbled by 14.4% over the past six months. This performance is a noticeable divergence from the S&P 500’s 15.3% return.
Jack in the Box (NASDAQ: JACK) is making mealtime easier, tastier, and more satisfying with its new Munch Better Deals lineup. Designed for every appetite, budget, and time of day, these crave-packed meals start at $7 and deliver the perfect mix of iconic Jack items at a great price—whether you’re brunchin’, lunchin’, or snacking past midnight.
Shares of fast-food chain Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK)
jumped 3.7% in the morning session after the company announced the appointment of two new independent directors, Mark King and Alan Smolinisky, to its Board of Directors.
Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) (the “Company”) today announced the appointment of two new independent directors, Mark King and Alan Smolinisky, to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective within five business days. Messrs. King and Smolinisky are being appointed in connection with a cooperation agreement between the Company and one of its stockholders, GreenWood Investors, LLC (“GreenWood”), following constructive engagement. With the addition of these two directors, the Board will expand its size to 10 members.
Stocks in the $10-50 range offer a sweet spot between affordability and stability as they’re typically more established than penny stocks.
But their headline prices don’t guarantee quality, and investors should exercise caution as some have shaky business models.
A highly volatile stock can deliver big gains - or just as easily wipe out a portfolio if things go south.
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Shares of fast-food chain Jack in the Box (NASDAQ:JACK)
fell 9.1% in the afternoon session after the company announced the sale of its Del Taco subsidiary for $115 million, a steep discount from its original purchase price. Jack in the Box had acquired the taco chain for $575 million in 2021, meaning the sale represented a substantial loss on its investment. The decision followed a period of poor performance for both brands. Del Taco's same-store sales had declined for six consecutive quarters, and Jack in the Box's own sales performance had also deteriorated, posting its worst results in years in a recent fiscal quarter. The company stated the sale was a move to return to simplicity and focus on its core brand. It planned to use the proceeds to pay down debt amid concerns about its financial health, including a high level of leverage and potential liquidity constraints.
Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) (the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell Del Taco Holdings Inc. (“Del Taco”), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company which operates and franchises more than 550 Del Taco restaurants, to Yadav Enterprises Inc. (“Yadav”) for $115 million in cash, subject to certain adjustments.
