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Noodles & Company beats top-line and bottom-line estimates; updates FY26 outlook

Noodles & Company (NDLS) reported Q3 GAAP EPS of -$0.36, beating estimates by $0.12. Revenue was $120.9M, down 1.0% Y/Y but ahead of expectations by $3.6M. Restaurant contribution margin improved to 16.7% from 13.2% Y/Y. Adjusted EBITDA increased, according to the company.

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Published Nov 13, 2026, 12:04 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$NDLSBullishHigh
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Why it matters

The earnings beat could prompt short‑term buying interest and a price rally.

02

Market read

Earnings beat provides a fresh catalyst for NDLS, potentially driving short‑term upside.

03

What to watch

Margin improvement may be temporary; watch for guidance on FY26 outlook.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 8/10Timing: today

Background

Noodles & Company released its Q3 2025 earnings, reporting a slight revenue decline year‑over‑year but beating consensus estimates.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$NDLSBullishHigh confidence
Context

Q3 earnings beat estimates with GAAP EPS of -$0.36 (beat by $0.12) and revenue of $120.9M (beat by $3.6M).

Expected impact

likely upward pressure as market prices in the earnings beat

Evidence & confidence

Both EPS and revenue exceeded expectations, indicating better-than-forecast performance.

Market effects

Sector

May lift sentiment for the fast‑casual restaurant sector.

Regional

U.S. consumer‑discretionary stocks could see modest gains.

Global

Limited to U.S. equities; no broader macro impact.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

The beat may be modest and could be priced in quickly, limiting upside.

Key entities

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    Noodles & Company

    U.S. fast‑casual restaurant chain (ticker NDLS).

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