Denny's Corporation operates a well-known chain of diner-style restaurants across the United States and internationally, offering a diverse menu that includes classic American breakfast items, comfort foods, and diner favorites available around the clock. The company is dedicated to providing a family-friendly dining experience, characterized by its casual atmosphere and welcoming service. Denny's locations are typically open 24 hours a day, catering to a wide range of customers looking for both quick meals and leisurely dining options, making it a popular choice for individuals, families, and late-night diners alike. Read More
Launching nationally Thursday, Sept. 25, the new offer cooks up a cozy start to the day with choices like Autumn Sangria, Pumpkin Spice Stuffed French Toast and more.
Spartanburg, SC, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Denny’s is serving up a one-of-a-kind menu and exclusive merch inspired by its role in the new movie Good Fortune, starring, written, produced and directed by Aziz Ansari, only in theatres October 17. America’s Diner is dropping two limited-time, craveable menu items – the Good Fortune Burger and Budget Angel Chicken Nuggies – that will be available exclusively on Dennys.com for takeout and delivery September 24 through October 28. Plus, Denny’s knows cravings hit different after dark, so the Good Fortune Burger will be 50% off from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. on Dennys.com – no heavenly help or promo code required.
When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention.
These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.
Shares of diner restaurant chain Denny’s (NASDAQ:DENN)
jumped 5.9% in the afternoon session after the company announced plans for a massive expansion across the UK.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the August jobs report came in significantly weaker than anticipated, sparking fears of a slowdown in consumer spending.
Shares of diner restaurant chain Denny’s (NASDAQ:DENN)
jumped 5.2% in the afternoon session as the company garnered a favorable 'Buy' consensus rating from Wall Street analysts.
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As the Q2 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the sit-down dining industry, including Denny's (NASDAQ:DENN) and its peers.
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Diner restaurant chain Denny’s (NASDAQ:DENN) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025 as sales only rose 1.5% year on year to $117.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.09 per share was 16.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
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Shares of diner restaurant chain Denny’s (NASDAQ:DENN)
fell 5.6% in the afternoon session after the company reported weak second-quarter 2025 results that missed analyst estimates and revealed a decline in sales at its core brand. The restaurant chain posted earnings per share of $0.09, which missed the $0.11 consensus estimate and marked a nearly 31% drop from the previous year. A key concern for investors was the 1.3% decline in same-restaurant sales at its namesake Denny's locations, which signaled ongoing brand pressure. During the earnings call, CEO Kelli Valade attributed the weakness to a "very choppy consumer environment" where households reduced spending. The company also faced shrinking profit margins due to rising ingredient costs. In response to the results, Piper Sandler kept a "Neutral" rating on the stock but slashed its price target to $4.00 from $6.00.
Diner restaurant chain Denny’s (NASDAQ:DENN) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025 as sales only rose 1.5% year on year to $117.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.09 per share was 16.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
