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Why Noodles (NDLS) Stock Is Down Today

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What Happened?

Shares of casual restaurant chain Noodles & Company (NASDAQ: NDLS) fell 2.9% in the afternoon session after the release of a jobs report that signaled a sputtering labor market and heightened fears of an economic downturn. 

The U.S. economy added only 22,000 jobs in August, a figure significantly below expectations, while the unemployment rate rose to 4.3%, its highest since late 2021. This slowdown is raising alarms about consumer spending, as a weaker job market typically leads to less disposable income for discretionary purchases like dining out. The restaurant industry is already showing signs of strain, with its market index underperforming and chains reporting reduced customer traffic due to price sensitivity. The challenging economic environment has even pushed some companies to the brink, with chains like Abuelo's filing for bankruptcy protection, highlighting the severe pressure on the sector.

The stock market overreacts to news, and big price drops can present good opportunities to buy high-quality stocks. Is now the time to buy Noodles? Access our full analysis report here, it’s free.

What Is The Market Telling Us

Noodles’s shares are extremely volatile and have had 82 moves greater than 5% over the last year. In that context, today’s move indicates the market considers this news meaningful but not something that would fundamentally change its perception of the business.

The previous big move we wrote about was 1 day ago when the stock gained 4.5% on the news that the company announced its Board of Directors has initiated a review of strategic alternatives to maximize shareholder value, including a potential sale. 

The fast-casual chain is exploring a range of options, such as refinancing its debt, refranchising, or selling all or part of the business. The company has hired Piper Sandler as its financial advisor to assist in the process. This type of review often attracts investor interest as a potential sale could result in a premium for shareholders. The announcement follows a recent leadership transition and comes as the company seeks to build on positive momentum. 

Noodles & Company noted that recent initiatives, like its "Delicious Duos" value platform, contributed to a 4.5% increase in comparable restaurant sales in August.

Noodles is up 12% since the beginning of the year, but at $0.66 per share, it is still trading 61% below its 52-week high of $1.69 from February 2025. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of Noodles’s shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $86.85.

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