Potbelly: Sells Off On Company-Owned Expansion Fears But This Growth Play Could Pay Off
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Potbelly's stock fell 20% despite surpassing Q4 FY 2024 EPS and revenue expectations due to plans to expand company-owned stores, shifting from its asset-light strategy. The company plans to open 20 company-owned restaurants annually from late FY 2025, focusing on high-volume markets.
March 12, 2025 | 5:30 am
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Potbelly's stock dropped 20% after announcing plans to expand company-owned stores, despite beating Q4 FY 2024 EPS and revenue expectations. The shift from an asset-light strategy to opening 20 company-owned restaurants annually starting late FY 2025 has raised investor concerns.
The stock price drop is attributed to investor concerns over the shift from an asset-light strategy to company-owned expansion, despite positive earnings. This indicates a negative short-term impact as the market reacts to the strategic change.
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