Wingstop Inc. WING 71.14
Consumer Cyclical · NASDAQ · Data as of 2026-10-28
Wingstop Inc. (WING) has delivered +24.7% annualized revenue growth, +29.6% earnings growth, and +0.2% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #232 of 1968 stocks overall and #17 of 214 in the Consumer Cyclical sector by Steady Score.
About Wingstop Inc.
Company Overview
Wingstop franchises restaurants specializing in cooked-to-order chicken wings, tenders, sandwiches, seasoned fries and sides. Guests choose among sauces and flavors and order for carryout, delivery or limited dine-in service. The brand operates primarily through franchisees in the United States and international markets, using digital ordering and delivery partnerships to reach customers beyond each restaurant's immediate seating capacity.
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Business Model & Revenue
Wingstop earns royalties based on franchised restaurant sales, initial and renewal fees, and revenue from company-operated locations. Franchisees provide most restaurant capital and pay for local operations, while the company manages brand standards, technology, menu development and national advertising. System sales, same-store transactions and new openings drive royalty growth. Chicken prices primarily affect franchisee economics and company-store margins.
Key Facts & Market Position
An asset-light franchise structure allows the restaurant network to expand with limited corporate construction capital. A focused menu and small-format kitchens support carryout and digital orders, but the brand remains concentrated on chicken. Franchisee returns, food quality, delivery execution and effective advertising determine unit development and long-term system health.