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Dine Brands Global Q2 2025 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q2 2025 earnings summary6 Aug, 2025
Executive summary
Q2 2025 saw improved sales and traffic at Applebee's, while IHOP experienced a decline in comparable sales; acquisitions and menu innovation drove revenue growth.
Dual Brands initiative gained traction with franchisees, and strategic investments in remodeling, digital engagement, and marketing supported growth.
Net income for Q2 2025 was $13.8M, down from $23.2M in Q2 2024, with diluted EPS of $0.89 versus $1.50 year-over-year.
A $600M refinancing transaction was completed, enhancing capital structure and financial flexibility.
Effective tax rate increased to 27.0% for Q2 2025, primarily due to lower stock-based compensation deductions.
Financial highlights
Q2 2025 total revenues were $230.8M, up 11.9% year-over-year, mainly due to company restaurant acquisitions.
Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $56.2M, down from $67.0M in Q2 2024.
Adjusted diluted EPS was $1.17, down from $1.71 in the prior year.
Adjusted free cash flow for the first half of 2025 was $48.7M, down from $52.9M year-over-year.
Unrestricted cash at quarter end was $194.2M, up from $186.5M in Q1.
Outlook and guidance
Applebee's 2025 domestic system-wide comparable same-restaurant sales expected to be +1% to +3% (previously -2% to +1%).
IHOP's 2025 domestic system-wide comparable same-restaurant sales expected between -1% and +1% (previously -1% to +2%).
Consolidated adjusted EBITDA guidance lowered to $220M–$230M (from $235M–$245M); CapEx guidance increased to $30M–$40M.
G&A expenses expected at $205M–$210M.
Management is evaluating the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) on future tax positions.
Why did IHOP's sales decline in Q2 2025?
Assess impact of refinancing on future growth.
Explain the variance in G&A expenses.
How does Applebee's sustain operations with menu changes?
How does IHOP's House Faves impact franchisee profit?
When will owned stores reach neutral profitability?
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Dine Brands Global Inc is a restaurant company that owns and franchises casual dining brands including Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar and IHOP. The company operates in domestic and international markets through a network of franchised and company-operated restaurants. Dine Brands Global Inc is headquartered in Pasadena, California, and its shares are listed on the NYSE.
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