Portillo's Inc.
PTLOConsumer CyclicalNASDAQRestaurants
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer cyclical sector, Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) is listed under Restaurants. At a $320.5M market cap, Portillo's Inc. ranks as a small-cap company within consumer cyclical. The company offers Chicago-style hot dogs and sausages, Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, chopped salads, crinkle-cut and cheese fries, homemade chocolate cakes, and chocolate cake shake.
Market Cap
$320.5M
Beta
1.56
P/E (TTM)
24.56
P/E (Fwd)
19.03
EPS (TTM)
$0.18
EPS (Fwd)
$0.23
ROE
2.8%
ROA
1.8%
Cash
$21.3M
Total Debt
$691.4M
Free CF
-$39.3M
52W Change
-32.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where PTLO stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 1, 2026 close, PTLO finished 8.42% below its 150-day moving average ($4.99) and 8.23% below its 200-day moving average ($4.98). 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 PTLO overbought or oversold?
At the September 1, 2026 close, PTLO's RSI(14) was 51.2, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, PTLO has $21.3M in cash with $691.4M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$39.3M. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of 2.8% points to modest capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 1.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $587.1M (2022) to $732.1M (2025), reflecting a 25% increase over the period.
Portillo's Inc.'s elevated beta suggests the stock experiences more pronounced price movements than the overall market, which increases both upside potential and downside risk. Portillo's Inc. carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. 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 Portillo's Inc. and its sector.