COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, the nation's premier fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today unveiled their new Iconic restaurant prototype showcasing an enduring, yet modern and efficient design. As the brand approaches its 50th anniversary next year, they look to create a modern legacy of curated experiences, inspired by place and punctuated by new menu innovation. While the new restaurant prototype includes existing brand elements - such as the fire stack gradient, logo, and font - that fans have come to know and love, these elements now reflect an updated color palette, footprint, and use of materials. Specifics include interior and furniture

COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beginning Tuesday, October 29, 2024, El Pollo Loco offers two tacos for $5 every Tuesday through December 31, 2024. WHO:El Pollo Loco, the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain known for its craveable, flavorful, and better-for-you offerings. WHAT:El Pollo Loco invites all taco enthusiasts to participate in Taco Tuesday with an exciting new promotion! Starting Tuesday, October 29, 2024, customers can order any two delicious tacos for only $5 (in-store or online). Add chips, salsa, and a regular drink for only $2.50 more! This offer is valid every Tuesday through December 31, 2024. SPECIAL OFFER FOR LOCO REWARDS MEMBE

COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, is turning up the heat with a limited-time test of its all-new Mango Habanero sauce— available exclusively in select Orange County and Los Angeles locations. WHO:El Pollo Loco, beloved for its craveable, better-for-you fire-grilled chicken and bold flavors, is testing a thrilling new menu item that fans won't want to miss. WHAT:The chefs at El Pollo Loco have outdone themselves with this sweet and spicy creation! The restaurant chain's famous fire-grilled chicken is coated with the new signature Mango Habanero sauce, which is perfectly sweet and irresistibly spicy

COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco") (NASDAQ:LOCO) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Hosting the call will be Liz Williams, Chief Executive Officer, and Ira Fils, Chief Financial Officer. A press release with third quarter 2024 financial results will be issued that same day, shortly after the market close. The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 201-493-6780. A replay will be available after the call and can be accessed by dialing 412-317-6671; the passcode is 13748557. The re

COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is celebrating National Quesadilla Day (9/25) with an exclusive buy one get one FREE offer for its Loco Rewards members. But that's not all; Loco Rewards Members have two days to buy the chain's delicious fan-favorite Chicken Avocado Stuffed Quesadilla and get a second one FREE on September 25th & 26th. This special, two-day offer combines El Pollo Loco's signature fire-grilled chicken, fresh avocados, melty cheese, and mouthwatering flavors wrapped in a grilled quesadilla. Customers can easily take advantage of this deal in-store, online, or through the app. "

COSTA MESA, Calif., Sept. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) is amping up its celebrations for National Guacamole Day on September 16 with delicious promotions for Loco Rewards members that'll have you dipping into our delicious handmade guacamole all weekend and into Monday. Our guacamole is made fresh daily with ripe Hass avocados, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, serrano peppers, and zesty lemon, all mixed to perfection. Here's the best part: guacamole is included at no extra cost in the new $9.99 Fire-Grilled Chicken Burritos and our Shredded Chicken Nachos, so now you can savor all that delicious flavor whenever you crave El Pollo Loco's signature fire-grilled chicken

COSTA MESA, Calif., Aug. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken chain, has announced an exciting partnership with content creator Yuri Lamasbella. Following successful collaborations, El Pollo Loco has appointed her as its first-ever Kreative Director for the Double Chopped Salads campaign launch. In this role, the TikTok star brought her fresh, unique creativity and expertise to create a dynamic campaign for the brand's Double Chopped Salads. This initiative demonstrates the brand's commitment to expanding its better-for-you menu offerings and marks the first time it has created a digitally exclusive menu item for collaboration.

COSTA MESA, Calif., Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- If you're a busy parent looking for a quick, delicious, family-friendly meal that isn't fried, an athlete looking for extra protein, or someone who just wants to eat something tasty and flavorful at a reasonable price, El Pollo Loco has your back. The Southern California-based company is extending a special offer to customers who helped score this year's win of USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Award for Best Quick, Healthy Food. Now through August 31st, Loco Reward members get $2 off any Double Chopped Salad when they use promo code WINNER in-app or online at elpolloloco.com. El Pollo Loco is the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken re

COSTA MESA, Calif., July 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco") (NASDAQ:LOCO) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 4:30 PM Eastern Time. Hosting the call will be Liz Williams, Chief Executive Officer, and Ira Fils, Chief Financial Officer. A press release with second quarter 2024 financial results will be issued that same day, shortly after the market close. The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 201-493-6780. A replay will be available after the call and can be accessed by dialing 412-317-6671; the passcode is 13747643. The re

COSTA MESA, Calif., July 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ:LOCO) is excited to add three new Fire-Grilled Chicken Burritos to its menu. You can enjoy these delicious burritos with creamy, handmade guacamole for no additional charge. The fire-grilled chicken leader believes in offering maximum flavor without the extra cost. Grab one for just $9.99* at any participating location. Choose from the following options: Guacamole Chicken BurritoCitrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, handmade guacamole, shredded Jack Cheese, savory pinto beans, crunchy cabbage, salsa fresca, and creamy cilantro dressing are wrapped in a warm flour tortilla and grilled to go. Chipotle

The Benchmark Company initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco with a rating of Hold

Benchmark initiated coverage of El Pollo Loco Holdings with a rating of Hold

Truist downgraded El Pollo Loco from Buy to Hold and set a new price target of $20.00

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Benchmark analyst Todd Brooks reiterates El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:LOCO) with a Hold.

Gainers Golden Sun Health (NASDAQ:GSUN) stock rose 21.1% to $3.07 during Friday's regular session. The company's market cap stands at $5.8 million. 2U (NASDAQ:TWOU) stock rose 17.69% to $0.32. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $26.4 million. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. Adtalem Glb Education (NYSE:ATGE) shares rose 16.49% to $61.05. The company's market cap stands at $2.3 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out yesterday. El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:LOCO) stock moved upwards by 16.22% to $9.99. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $311.6 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. P

U.S. stocks were higher, with the Dow Jones index gaining over 400 points on Friday. Shares of Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:AMGN) rose sharply during Friday's session after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results. Also, the company announced a $50 million milestone payment from Royalty Pharma. Amgen reported quarterly earnings of $3.96 per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $3.87 by 2.33%. The company said EPS decreased by 1% due to higher operating and interest expenses driven by the Horizon acquisition, partially offset by higher revenues, according to data from Benzinga Pro. The company reported quarterly sales of $7.447 billion, which bea

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc (NASDAQ:LOCO) shares are soaring after the company reported first-quarter FY24 earnings. Yesterday, the company reported first-quarter FY24 sales growth of 1.4% year-on-year to $116.15 million, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $111.083 million. System-wide comparable restaurant sales increased 5.1%. Company operated restaurants constituted 83.6% of total revenue while Franchise made up 9.8% of total revenue. Operating income for the quarter increased 24% to $9.7 million, with an operating margin of 8.3%. Adjusted EBITDA of $15.7 million gained 28.7% in the quarter. Adjusted EPS of $0.22 beat the consensus estimate of $0.14. EI Pollo held $9

Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintains El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:LOCO) with a Hold and raises the price target from $10 to $12.

Gainers El Pollo Loco Holdings (NASDAQ:LOCO) stock moved upwards by 30.7% to $11.24 during Friday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $350.5 million. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. Lixiang Education Hldg (NASDAQ:LXEH) shares increased by 17.58% to $0.54. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.5 million. Udemy (NASDAQ:UDMY) shares rose 13.6% to $11.24. The company's market cap stands at $1.7 billion. The company's, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. Phoenix Motor (NASDAQ:PEV) shares rose 10.79% to $0.48. The company's market cap stands at $16.6 million. SRIVARU Holding (NASDAQ:SVMH) shares increased by 9.77% to $0.16. The m

Shares of Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) rose sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company reported better reported better-than-expected results for its second quarter. The company announced a $110-billion stock buyback program and a one-penny-per-share increase in its quarterly dividend. Apple shares jumped 5.9% to $183.24 in pre-market trading. Here are some other stocks moving in pre-market trading. Gainers Vaxxinity, Inc. (NASDAQ:VAXX) gained 45.8% to $0.1519 in pre-market trading after falling 9% on Thursday. Vaxxinity recently announced its intention to voluntarily delist and deregister its Class A common stock. El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LOCO) gained

COSTA MESA, Calif., May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco" or "Company") (NASDAQ:LOCO), the nation's leading restaurant chain specializing in fire-grilled chicken, is bringing back two fan-favorite seasonal Stuffed Quesadilla flavors to join the menu for a limited time, alongside the permanent Chicken Avocado Stuffed Quesadilla. These Stuffed Quesadillas make the perfect on-the-go meal with their unique blend of mouthwatering flavors, savory toppings, and melty cheese. The chain's menu will now include: The newly added Chicken Poblano Stuffed Quesadilla is a true symphony of flavors, combining juicy fire-grilled chicken, Jack Cheese, hand-sliced avocados, ro

COSTA MESA, Calif., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:LOCO) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Elizabeth ("Liz") Williams as the Company's new Chief Executive Officer and as a member of its Board of Directors, effective March 11, 2024. Ms. Williams will succeed Maria Hollandsworth, who has served as the Company's interim Chief Executive Officer since November 3, 2023. Ms. Hollandsworth has been appointed as President of El Pollo Loco and will also continue to serve as the Company's Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Williams, age 47, brings to El Pollo Loco significant experience leading high-growth

COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco" or "Company") (NASDAQ:LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, announced today the appointment of Jill Adams as the company's new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Ms. Adams has spent over 14 years in the restaurant industry. She served as Senior Vice President of Marketing at QDOBA® Mexican Eats, leading creative, media, loyalty, product development, and CRM. Prior to joining QDOBA® Mexican Eats, Ms. Adams worked at Jack in the Box, Inc. holding various leadership roles in field marketing, product marketing, menu strategy, integrated marketing, and innovation & growth. Most r

COSTA MESA, Calif., June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today announced that Ira Fils has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of El Pollo Loco, effective June 27, 2022. "I am very excited to welcome Ira to the El Pollo Loco team," said Larry Roberts, Chief Executive Officer of El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. "He is a well-rounded and accomplished executive with a successful 20-plus year track record of business acumen and strong leadership. Combined with his deep knowledge of and passion for the restaurant industry, I believe Ira is the perfect complement to our

COSTA MESA, Calif., March 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Laurance "Larry" Roberts as its Chief Executive Officer and a member of its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Roberts will also serve as Interim Chief Financial Officer as the company conducts a search to appoint a CFO. "After thoughtful consideration, the Board unanimously concluded that Larry is the right executive to lead El Pollo Loco forward," said Michael G. Maselli, Chairman of El Pollo Loco's Board of Directors. "Larry has done

COSTA MESA, Calif., Dec. 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today announced it appointed Deborah Gonzalez and Nancy Faginas-Cody as independent directors, effective December 9, 2021. Ms. Gonzalez is expected to serve for an initial Class I director term expiring at the 2024 Annual Meeting and Ms. Faginas-Cody is expected to serve for an initial Class II director term expiring at the 2022 Annual Meeting. The election of Ms. Gonzalez and Ms. Faginas-Cody fills two vacancies on the Company's Board of Directors that were created as a result of an increase in the size of t

COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco, Inc. ("El Pollo Loco" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:LOCO), the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, today announced the resignation of Bernard Acoca as Director, Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company and its affiliates, to pursue other opportunities, effective today. The Company's Board of Directors has appointed industry veteran Laurance "Larry" Roberts, the Company's Chief Financial Officer, as Interim CEO while continuing in his role as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Acoca will continue to provide consulting services to the Company to further ensure a smooth transition. "On behalf of the