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Meritage Hospitality Group(OTC) MHGU

Market Cap$15.58MMarket 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-80%
1 Month+0%
$2.31
+0.00%
+0.00Today
Meritage Hospitality Group last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 2.312026-08-17
Meritage Hospitality Group stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0.87%USD 2.292026-08-07
1 month+0.43%USD 2.302026-07-17
3 month+13.32%USD 2.042026-05-18
Year to date+10%USD 2.102025-12-31
1 year-79.91%USD 11.502025-08-15
3 year-88.02%USD 19.282023-08-18
5 year-88.87%USD 20.752021-08-18
Since inception-55.98%USD 5.251995-11-29

Meritage Hospitality Group Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$15.58MMarket 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)

$573.21M

Net Income (TTM)

-$50.91M

EPS (TTM)

-$7.59

P/E Ratio

-0.30

Dividend

$0.00

Beta (Volatility)

0.03 (Low)

Price

$2.31

Volume

1,000

Open

$2.31

Previous Close

$2.31

Daily Range

$2.31 - $2.31

52-Week Range

$1.34 - $12.07

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 9, 2026

MHGU News

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About Meritage Hospitality Group

Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. is a prominent player in the restaurant industry, managing a diverse portfolio of quick-service and casual dining establishments. The company operates under the well-known Wendy's brand and its own unique brands, including Morning Belle, Stan's Tacos, Freighters Eatery & Taproom, and Twisted Roosters.

Products and Services
  • Management of Wendy's restaurants across multiple states
  • Ownership of unique dining brands catering to various customer preferences
  • Focus on quick-service and casual dining experiences
Growth Outlook
  • Expansion to 337 restaurants across 16 states as of January 2022
  • Continued focus on enhancing customer experience and brand loyalty
  • Strategic initiatives aimed at increasing operational efficiency
Financial Highlights
  • Q2 2026 revenue of $150 million, showing significant growth
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) gross profit margin at 28.9%
  • Net income for Q1 2026 reported at -$9.49 million, indicating challenges
Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. has established itself as a significant entity in the restaurant sector, with a strong operational footprint and a commitment to enhancing customer experiences. The company's diverse brand portfolio allows it to cater to a wide range of dining preferences, positioning it well for future growth. Recent financial performance indicates both opportunities and challenges, with substantial revenue growth in the latest quarter. However, the company has faced net income losses, highlighting the need for continued focus on operational efficiency and strategic initiatives. Investors may find the company's growth trajectory and brand strength appealing as it navigates the competitive landscape of the restaurant industry.
AI Generated • Aug 15, 2026

Industry

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Employees

10,000

CEO

Robert E. Schermer, Jr.

Website

www.meritagehospitality.com

Headquarters

Grand Rapids, MI 49503, US

MHGU Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

31.46%

Operating Margin

-2.66%

Net Income Margin

-8.88%

Return on Equity

-54.80%

Return on Capital

-1.19%

Return on Assets

-7.01%

Earnings Yield

-3.33%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

-1.86%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$15.58MMarket 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

6.75M

Volume

1.00K

Avg. Volume

5.96K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$180.32M

Operating Income

-$15.23M

EBITDA

$9.03M

Operating Cash Flow

$1.75M

Capital Expenditure

-$12.23M

Free Cash Flow

-$10.48M

Cash & ST Invst.

$18.14M

Total Debt

$552.42M

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%
Q22026-06-306.3%
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

$141.00M

-13.8%

Gross Profit

$12.03M

-82.3%

Gross Margin

8.53%

N/A

Market Cap

$15.58MMarket 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

$1.56K

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

$18.14M

+3.0%

Total Debt

$552.42M

-5.4%

Accounts Receivable

$1.76M

-29.5%

Inventory

$4.22M

-13.5%

Long Term Debt

$367.82M

-27.3%

Short Term Debt

$184.60M

+137.0%

Return on Assets

-7.01%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

-3.29%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$2.03M

+151.5%

Operating Cash Flow

$2.73M

-18.0%

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Questions About MHGU

What is the current price of Meritage Hospitality Group?

Meritage Hospitality Group is trading at $2.31 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 $12.07.

How much debt does Meritage Hospitality Group have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Meritage Hospitality Group reported total debt of $552.42M.

How much cash does Meritage Hospitality Group have on hand?

Meritage Hospitality Group reported $18.14M 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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