Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner: El Pollo Loco's Turnaround Recipe

A major move in the restaurant sector captured the market's attention, as El Pollo Loco NASDAQ: LOCO shares rose an impressive 17% on March 13. The catalyst for this sudden rally was El Pollo Loco's fourth-quarter 2025 earnings report, which showcased results that decisively surpassed Wall Street's forecasts for profit and revenue.