Wingstop Shares Surge 15% on Q4 Earnings Beat Despite Revenue Miss

Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) shares surged nearly 15% on Wednesday morning after the company reported fourth-quarter earnings per share that exceeded Wall Street expectations. While revenue for the quarter reached $175.7 million—an 8.6% increase year-over-year—it slightly missed the $177.8 million consensus estimate. These results capped a record-breaking fiscal year 2025, characterized by the opening of 493 net new restaurants and a 19.2% increase in unit growth. The aggressive expansion strategy successfully drove system-wide sales up by 12.1% for the full year, supported by entry into six new international markets. CEO Michael Skipworth attributed the performance to operational excellence and the brand’s significant global momentum. Investors responded positively to the earnings beat and the company's 2026 guidance, signaling continued confidence in its long-term growth trajectory.