NATHConsumer Cyclical · RestaurantsTicker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 78 of 100 as at 22 Oct 2026 — inside the top quartile.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Nathan's Famous, 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
Volatility (99): The share price has been relatively steady.
Revisions (25): Analysts have, on balance, been cutting their forecasts.
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Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
NATH appears in the Radar on the weeks it earns a place.
Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.
Over the twelve months to 22 Oct 2026, Nathan's Famous, Inc. returned −4.2% against +15.6% for the S&P 500, dividends included.
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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.
Cheaper than 35% of US stocks
Cheaper than 46% of US stocks
Cheaper than 99% of US stocks
Cheaper than 28% of US stocks
Higher than 62% of US stocks
Higher than 35% of US stocks
Higher than 38% of US stocks
Higher than 83% of US stocks
Higher than 73% of US stocks
Higher than 10% of US stocks
Higher than 99% of US stocks
Higher than 78% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
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Nathan's Famous, Inc. has a market value of $417.7M and an enterprise value of $444.0M.
Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $169.1M. The latest quarter grew 15.0% year on year.
Net income over the same four quarters: $19.9M, a 11.8% net margin.
Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $19.1M.
Trailing P/E: 21.1×.
Forward dividend yield: 1.96%, paying out 41% of earnings.
Nathan's Famous, Inc. employs 129 people — $1.3M of revenue per employee.
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Nathan's Famous stockholders approved the proposed merger with Smithfield Foods at a special virtual meeting. The approval clears a key step toward the transaction's expected closing, which is set for Monday, according to the headline.
Why it matters — NATH watchers may note that shareholder approval advances the proposed merger toward its expected closing.
Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC announced an investigation into the adequacy of the price and process in the proposed sale of Nathan’s Famous, Inc.
Why it matters — The investigation concerns the proposed sale of Nathan’s Famous and its price and process, matters relevant to NATH shareholders.
Brodsky & Smith issued a shareholder update reminding investors that it is investigating several companies, including Nathan's Famous, Inc., and invited affected shareholders to contact the firm at no cost to discuss the matter.
Why it matters — Nathan's Famous is named in an active law-firm investigation, so shareholders may want to monitor any related disclosures or developments.
Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, announced it is investigating whether Nathan's Famous, Inc. and its board are obtaining a fair price for shareholders in the company's sale to Smithfield Foods, Inc. for $102.00 per share in cash. The firm is encouraging Nathan's shareholders to learn about their rights and options.
Why it matters — The investigation raises questions about the fairness of the acquisition price, which could be relevant to shareholders considering the pending sale.
Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ:NATH) reported results for its first fiscal quarter ended June 28, 2026, as announced in a press release dated August 7, 2026.
Why it matters — A NATH watcher would care because the company's quarterly results offer an official update on its recent financial performance.
As at 22 Oct 2026, Nathan's Famous, Inc. ranks 78 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 Volatility (99 of 100).
No analyst covering Nathan's Famous, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for NATH are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business.
Nathan's Famous, Inc. returned -4.2% over the 12 months to 22 Oct 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Nathan's Famous Inc. is a foodservice company that operates and franchises quick-service restaurants centered on its signature hot dogs and classic American menu items.
The most recent item we track (MarketBeat, 23 Oct 2026): "Nathan's Famous Shareholders Approve Smithfield Merger, Closing Set for Monday". Nathan's Famous stockholders approved the proposed merger with Smithfield Foods at a special virtual meeting. The approval clears a key step toward the transaction's expected closing, which is set for Monday, according to the headline.
Nathan's Famous Inc. is a foodservice company that operates and franchises quick-service restaurants centered on its signature hot dogs and classic American menu items. The company also licenses and distributes branded food products through retail grocery, club, and foodservice channels, extending its reach beyond restaurant locations. Its business is organized around restaurant operations, branded product sales, and product licensing, giving it a diversified model within the restaurant and packaged foods market. Nathan's Famous Inc. serves consumers through company-owned outlets, franchised restaurants, virtual kitchens, and a broad network of distribution partners. Headquartered in Jericho, New York, Nathan's Famous Inc. remains closely associated with its core brand identity built around hot dogs, fries, and other convenience-focused menu offerings.
CEO Mr. Eric Gatoff J.D. · 129 employees · United States · https://www.nathansfamous.com
