Ark Restaurants Corp.
ARKRConsumer CyclicalNASDAQRestaurants · Last scanned Sep 9, 2026
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Daily timeframeArk Restaurants Corp., through its subsidiaries, owns and operates restaurants and bars in the United States. The $17.5M market capitalization puts ARKR squarely in micro-cap range for its industry. It operates restaurants and bars in New York City; Washington, D.C.; Las Vegas, Nevada; Atlantic City, New Jersey; Florida; and Alabama, as well as fast food concepts and catering operations.
Market Cap
$17.5M
Beta
0.34
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
—
EPS (TTM)
$-0.88
EPS (Fwd)
—
ROE
-8.5%
ROA
-1.1%
Cash
$9.5M
Total Debt
$84.0M
Free CF
-$5.2M
52W Change
-25.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where ARKR stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, ARKR finished 17.71% below its 150-day moving average ($6.38) and 18.86% below its 200-day moving average ($6.47). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is ARKR overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, ARKR's RSI(14) was 41.3, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $9.5M in cash, though total debt stands at $84.0M. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$5.2M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at -8.5%, which is negative for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $183.7M (2022) to $165.8M (2025).
ARKR's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Ark Restaurants Corp. and its sector.