Domino's Pizza Inc (NYSE:DPZ) shares rose after Q4 2023 earnings exceeded expectations, with a raised dividend and a new share buyback plan. The company reported a Q4 EPS of $4.48, surpassing the $4.38 consensus, and sales of $1.40 billion, slightly below the $1.42 billion estimate. Revenue growth was driven by higher global franchise royalties and fees, despite a decrease in U.S. franchise advertising revenues and increased labor and insurance costs. U.S. same-store sales grew by 2.8%, and international by 0.1%. The quarterly dividend was increased by 25% to $1.51, and a $1 billion stock buyback was authorized. The company also reported a 4.9% global retail sales growth and confirmed its long-term guidance.