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Meritage Hospitality Group(OTC) MHGU

Market Cap$14.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1995)-56%
5 Year-89%
1 Year-82%
1 Month-22%
$2.21
-3.91%
-0.09Today
Meritage Hospitality Group last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 2.302026-07-24
Meritage Hospitality Group stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0%USD 2.302026-07-17
1 month-22.03%USD 2.952026-06-24
3 month+0%USD 2.302026-04-24
Year to date+9.52%USD 2.102025-12-31
1 year-82.09%USD 12.842025-07-23
3 year-88.22%USD 19.532023-07-24
5 year-88.52%USD 20.032021-07-23
Since inception-56.17%USD 5.251995-11-29

Meritage Hospitality Group Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$14.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$582.22M

Net Income (TTM)

-$50.91M

EPS (TTM)

-$7.61

P/E Ratio

-0.30

Dividend

$0.00

Beta (Volatility)

0.03 (Low)

Price

$2.21

Volume

8,200

Open

$2.12

Previous Close

$2.21

Daily Range

$2.00 - $2.21

52-Week Range

$1.34 - $13.00

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 9, 2026

MHGU News

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About Meritage Hospitality Group

Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. is a prominent operator of quick-service and casual dining restaurants, primarily under the Wendy's brand. The company also manages its own unique brands, including Morning Belle, Stan's Tacos, Freighters Eatery & Taproom, and Twisted Roosters, with a footprint of 337 locations across 16 states.

Products and Services
  • Quick-service restaurants primarily under the Wendy's brand
  • Casual dining establishments with unique brand offerings
  • Focus on customer experience and quality food
Growth Outlook
  • Expansion into new markets with a focus on strategic locations
  • Continued investment in brand development and customer engagement
  • Potential for increased revenue as dining trends shift towards casual dining
Financial Highlights
  • Recent quarterly revenue of $132.6 million, showing operational scale
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) gross profit margin of 39.6%, indicating strong cost management
  • Current ratio of 0.15, highlighting liquidity challenges but potential for improvement
Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. has established itself as a significant player in the restaurant industry, leveraging its diverse brand portfolio to cater to a wide range of consumer preferences. The company's strategic focus on expanding its footprint and enhancing customer experiences positions it well for future growth. Recent financial performance indicates a solid revenue base, although challenges in liquidity and profitability remain. Investors may find the company's ongoing efforts to adapt to market trends and consumer demands noteworthy as it navigates the competitive landscape of the restaurant sector.
AI Generated • Jul 16, 2026

Industry

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

Employees

10,000

CEO

Robert E. Schermer, Jr.

Headquarters

Grand Rapids, MI 49503, US

MHGU Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

28.90%

Operating Margin

-0.77%

Net Income Margin

-8.74%

Return on Equity

-48.44%

Return on Capital

-1.19%

Return on Assets

-6.69%

Earnings Yield

-3.33%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

-2.79%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$14.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

6.29M

Volume

8.20K

Avg. Volume

6.03K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$168.29M

Operating Income

-$4.48M

EBITDA

$9.03M

Operating Cash Flow

$2.35M

Capital Expenditure

-$18.79M

Free Cash Flow

-$16.44M

Cash & ST Invst.

$19.25M

Total Debt

$571.58M

Meritage Hospitality Group Performance Analysis

Meritage Hospitality Group annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 626,043,0008.5%
20232023-12-31USD 672,494,0007.4%
20242024-12-31USD 668,803,000-0.5%
20252025-12-31USD 617,667,000-7.6%
Meritage Hospitality Group sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-5.5%
Q42025-12-31-6.2%
Q12026-03-31-8.6%
Q22026-06-3013.1%
Meritage Hospitality Group annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 0.74-59.0%
20232023-12-31USD 0.48-35.6%
20242024-12-31USD 0.6535.8%
20252025-12-31USD -5.10N/A
Meritage Hospitality Group sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-3600.0%
Q42025-12-31-118.6%
Q12026-03-3150.0%
Q22026-06-30-32.0%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$150.00M

-8.3%

Gross Profit

$0.00

-100.0%

Gross Margin

0.00%

N/A

Market Cap

$14.47MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$1.45K

N/A

Employees

10,000

N/A

Net Income

-$13.60M

-4284.6%

EBITDA

$10.30M

+42.7%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$19.25M

-16.2%

Total Debt

$571.58M

-4.0%

Accounts Receivable

$11.04M

+167.9%

Inventory

$4.29M

-6.5%

Long Term Debt

$378.07M

-26.0%

Short Term Debt

$193.51M

+129.9%

Return on Assets

-6.69%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-0.91%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$357.00K

+111.2%

Operating Cash Flow

$788.00K

-76.7%

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Questions About MHGU

What is the current price of Meritage Hospitality Group?

Meritage Hospitality Group is trading at $2.21 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Meritage Hospitality Group?

Over the past 52 weeks, Meritage Hospitality Group has traded between $1.34 and $13.00.

How much debt does Meritage Hospitality Group have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Meritage Hospitality Group reported total debt of $571.58M.

How much cash does Meritage Hospitality Group have on hand?

Meritage Hospitality Group reported $19.25M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Meritage Hospitality Group’s dividend yield?

Meritage Hospitality Group does not currently have a dividend yield.

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