Mizuho Lowers Jack In The Box Price Target to $11

Analysts cite concerns about the restaurant operator's outlook

Apr. 2, 2026 at 12:38pm

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Investment firm Mizuho reduced its price target for Jack In The Box (NASDAQ:JACK) from $18.00 to $11.00 and maintained a 'neutral' rating on the stock. The analysts cited challenges facing the restaurant operator in their research report on Thursday.

Why it matters

Jack In The Box is one of the largest fast-food chains in the United States, with over 2,200 locations. The company's stock performance and analyst sentiment can provide insights into the broader quick-service restaurant industry and consumer spending trends.

The details

Mizuho analysts lowered their price target for Jack In The Box, citing concerns about the company's outlook. The new $11.00 target price represents a potential upside of 13.29% from the stock's current trading price. Other analysts have also issued mixed ratings on the stock, with some maintaining 'hold' recommendations and others upgrading it to 'buy'.

  • Mizuho issued the updated price target and rating on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Mizuho

A global financial services group and one of the largest investment banks in Japan.

Jack In The Box

A publicly traded quick-service restaurant company best known for its Jack in the Box brand of fast-food restaurants, with over 2,200 locations across the United States.

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What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Jack In The Box's upcoming earnings report and any further updates from analysts on the company's performance and outlook.

The takeaway

The lowered price target from Mizuho reflects broader concerns about the challenges facing the quick-service restaurant industry, including increased competition and changing consumer preferences. Jack In The Box's ability to adapt and innovate will be crucial in the months ahead.