Jack In The Box Misses Q1 Earnings Estimates

The restaurant operator reported $1.00 EPS, falling short of the $1.12 expected by analysts.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Jack In The Box (NASDAQ:JACK) announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, reporting $1.00 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts' consensus estimates of $1.12 by $0.12. The company had revenue of $349.52 million during the quarter, compared to analyst expectations of $355.73 million.

Why it matters

Jack In The Box's earnings miss highlights the ongoing challenges facing the fast-food industry, including inflationary pressures, labor shortages, and increased competition. The company's negative net margin and return on equity also raise concerns about its overall financial health and ability to weather these headwinds.

The details

The restaurant operator reported a negative net margin of 5.51% and a negative return on equity of 9.23% for the quarter. Analysts had expected the company to report $1.12 EPS on revenue of $355.73 million, but Jack In The Box fell short on both metrics.

  • Jack In The Box announced its Q1 2026 earnings results on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

The players

Jack In The Box

A publicly traded quick-service restaurant company best known for its Jack in the Box brand of fast-food restaurants, founded in 1951 and headquartered in San Diego, California.

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The takeaway

Jack In The Box's earnings miss underscores the ongoing challenges facing the fast-food industry, including inflationary pressures, labor shortages, and increased competition. The company's negative financial metrics raise concerns about its overall health and ability to navigate these headwinds.