RBC Capital has initiated coverage on Wingstop Inc (WING) with an Outperform rating as of October 8, 2025. This marks the firm's first assessment of the company, reflecting its research on Wingstop's business model, industry dynamics, and growth prospects.
Currently, Wingstop trades at $242.33 with a market capitalization of $6.8 billion. The company operates in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure industry, primarily as a franchisor. Wingstop, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, employs 1,335 full-time staff and has approximately 2,513 restaurants across 45 states and 12 countries.
The firm reported a P/E ratio of 39.00 and an EPS of 6.13. The dividend yield stands at 55.4%. Upcoming earnings are scheduled for July 28, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $1.20 and revenue forecast of $207.8 million.
Analyst consensus for Wingstop indicates 13 Strong Buy, 13 Buy, and 9 Hold ratings, totaling 35 analysts. The consensus rating is Buy. Recent analyst actions reflect a stable outlook, with RBC Capital's initiation following similar ratings from other firms in the past month.