Jack in the Box Inc.
JACKConsumer CyclicalNASDAQRestaurants · Last scanned Jun 27, 2026
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Daily timeframeJack in the Box Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops, operates, and franchises quick-service restaurants (QSR) in the United States. Valued at $263.4M, JACK is a micro-cap name in its sector. It operates through Jack in the Box and Del Taco segments.
Market Cap
$263.4M
Beta
1.46
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
3.77
EPS (TTM)
$-5.55
EPS (Fwd)
$3.66
ROE
—
ROA
4.3%
Cash
$43.0M
Total Debt
$2.61B
Free CF
-$378,000
52W Change
-17.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $43.0M in cash, though total debt stands at $2.61B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Free cash flow is running at -$378K, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. ROA of 4.3% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $1.47B (2022) to $1.47B (2025).
The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Jack in the Box Inc. and its sector.