Portillo's Inc.
PTLOConsumer CyclicalNASDAQRestaurants
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Daily timeframePortillo's Inc. owns and operates fast casual restaurants in the United States. The $305.3M market capitalization puts PTLO squarely in small-cap range for its industry. 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
$305.3M
Beta
1.59
P/E (TTM)
22.16
P/E (Fwd)
17.87
EPS (TTM)
$0.19
EPS (Fwd)
$0.24
ROE
2.8%
ROA
1.8%
Cash
$21.3M
Total Debt
$691.4M
Free CF
-$39.3M
52W Change
-26.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where PTLO stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, PTLO finished 0.22% below its 150-day moving average ($4.65) and 4.33% below its 200-day moving average ($4.85). 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 October 20, 2026 close, PTLO's RSI(14) was 87.1, in overbought territory (above 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.
Portillo's Inc. carries $691.4M in total debt against $21.3M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 32.5x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow is running at -$39.3M, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. 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.
With a beta above 1.5, PTLO tends to amplify broader market moves — both up and down. This higher volatility means larger price swings are common. 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. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing PTLO.