1131 ET - Weak same-restaurant sales are understandably dragging down sentiment around Wingstop, but investors who stick it out will be rewarded, say Stifel analysts. Wingstop has previously been associated with watching sports and with satisfying the late-night cravings of young men, but it's on its way to expanding into other markets. "The brand is transitioning from a niche, sports-centric fan favorite to a cultural mainstay," the analysts say. "We expect this transition to start showing progress in 2026, with meaningful results in 2027 and beyond. Therefore, we view any pullback tied to near-term comp weakness as a good entry point for a high-growth, 98% franchised business." (nicholas.miller@wsj.com)

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