JACKConsumer Cyclical · RestaurantsThe 17 Wall Street analysts covering Jack in the Box, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $15 — -20.1% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 40 of 100 as at 12 Aug 2026 — in the lower half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Jack in the Box, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Issuance (96): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.
Volatility (15): The share price moves around a lot.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on JACK, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits −20.1% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 May 2026 | Guggenheim | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 15 May 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Sell | — |
| 14 May 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 14 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 14 May 2026 | Mizuho | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 14 May 2026 | Oppenheimer | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 14 May 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 14 May 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 14 May 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 1 May 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 29 Apr 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 21 Apr 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 14 Apr 2026 | TD Cowen | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 2 Apr 2026 | Mizuho | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 31 Mar 2026 | Stifel | Maintains | Hold | — |
| 19 Feb 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 19 Feb 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 6 Feb 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 28 Jan 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Sell | — |
| 20 Jan 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. JACK appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
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Cheaper than 92% of US stocks
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Higher than 21% of US stocks
Higher than 18% of US stocks
Higher than 35% of US stocks
Higher than 70% of US stocks
Higher than 53% of US stocks
Higher than 60% of US stocks
Higher than 73% of US stocks
Higher than 91% of US dividend payers
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Jack in the Box, Inc. released the transcript of its Q3 2026 earnings call. The transcript documents the company's discussion of its third-quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results.
Why it matters — A JACK watcher would care because the earnings call transcript provides direct insight into the company's quarterly performance and management's comments on the business.
Jack In The Box reported a 1.1% decline in third-quarter fiscal 2026 same-store sales, as a drop in transactions more than offset menu price increases. Interim CEO Mark King said the company is focused on improving execution, restaurant quality, customer relevance and franchisee economics to return to sustainable sales growth.
Why it matters — The same-store sales decline signals ongoing demand weakness that JACK watchers would track for signs of a return to growth.
Zacks Investment Research analyzed Key Metrics for Jack In The Box's third quarter ended June 2026, comparing its headline numbers to Wall Street estimates and year-ago actuals.
Why it matters — A JACK watcher would care because comparing key metrics to estimates and prior-year results helps assess the company's operational performance beyond just headline earnings.
Jack in the Box Inc. announced its financial results for the third quarter ended July 5, 2026. The company noted that its refinancing is complete, and the interim CEO stated the focus is now on improving restaurant performance and executing priorities to create long-term value.
Why it matters — JACK watchers would care because the completion of the refinancing and the company's stated focus on restaurant performance signal a strategic reset under new interim leadership following the quarterly earnings release.
The article previews key economic data due this week, including July inflation figures and updates on US consumer spending and sentiment, framed as a "cost-of-living checkup." It outlines what markets can expect from these upcoming releases.
Why it matters — A JACK watcher would care because inflation data and consumer spending updates signal how much purchasing power and discretionary budgets customers have for restaurant purchases.
The 17 Wall Street analysts covering Jack in the Box, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $15, with estimates ranging from $12 to $28. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 17 analysts covering Jack in the Box, Inc., 4 rate it a Buy, 13 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Jack in the Box, Inc. 40 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 12 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 12 Aug 2026, Jack in the Box, Inc. ranks 40 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (96 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 17 analysts implies -20.1% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Jack in the Box, Inc. 40 out of 100 as at 12 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Jack in the Box, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for JACK are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $12 to $28 over the next 12 months.
Jack in the Box, Inc. returned +12.6% over the 12 months to 12 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Jack in the Box Inc. is a restaurant company that operates and franchises Jack in the Box, one of the nation's largest quick-service hamburger chains.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 13 Aug 2026): "Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript". Jack in the Box, Inc. released the transcript of its Q3 2026 earnings call. The transcript documents the company's discussion of its third-quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results.
Jack in the Box Inc. is a restaurant company that operates and franchises Jack in the Box, one of the nation's largest quick-service hamburger chains. The brand specializes in drive-thru convenience, serving a diverse menu all day, including signature burgers like the Jumbo Jack, Ultimate Cheeseburger, Buttery Jack, and Sourdough Jack; tacos; chicken sandwiches; egg rolls; breakfast items such as Brunchfast sandwiches and scramblers; and value options like Jack’s Deals with chicken nuggets and Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger. Notable features include customization flexibility, regional offerings like biscuits and sweet tea in the South, and innovative items such as Munchie Meals and Red Bull Infusions drinks. With a focus on speed and variety, it caters to cravings for burgers, tacos, and more, primarily through company-owned and franchised locations across multiple states. Founded in 1951 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Jack in the Box Inc. emphasizes fresh, hot food prepared via drive-thru, takeout, and extended hours at many sites.
CEO Mr. Mark James King · 1,316 employees · United States · https://www.jackinthebox.com