Papa John's International, Inc.
PZZA
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#10521
Papa John's International, Inc. is a global pizza chain that manages and grants... Papa John's International, Inc. is a global pizza chain that manages and grants franchises for its Papa John's branded delivery and take-out restaurants across the United States and internationally. The company's operations are divided into four primary segments: company-owned restaurants within the U.S., commissary services for North America, North American franchising, and its international ventures. Beyond its core model, Papa John's also runs dine-in and delivery establishments in various international markets. By December 26, 2021, the Papa John's network spanned 5,650 locations across 50 different countries and territories, comprising 600 directly owned by the company and 5,050 operating as franchises. Established in 1984, the company's corporate headquarters are located in Louisville, Kentucky.
Share Price
$20.75
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$683.13M
Change (1 day)
5.17%
Change (1 year)
-50.89%
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Operating Margin for Papa John's International, Inc. (PZZA)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 4.11%
According to Papa John's International, Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 4.11%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 4.34%.
Operating Margin history for Papa John's International, Inc. from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 4.11% | -5.30% |
| 2025 | 4.34% | -42.97% |
| 2024 | 7.61% | 10.45% |
| 2023 | 6.89% | 32.76% |
| 2022 | 5.19% | -36.16% |
| 2021 | 8.13% | 63.25% |
| 2020 | 4.98% | 227.63% |
| 2019 | 1.52% | -21.24% |
| 2018 | 1.93% | -77.21% |
| 2017 | 8.47% | -11.77% |
| 2016 | 9.60% | 15.38% |
| 2015 | 8.32% | 13.04% |
| 2014 | 7.36% | -0.54% |
| 2013 | 7.40% | -0.40% |
| 2012 | 7.43% | 4.06% |
| 2011 | 7.14% | -7.27% |
| 2010 | 7.70% | -10.57% |
| 2009 | 8.61% | 53.48% |
| 2008 | 5.61% | 14.72% |
| 2007 | 4.89% | -50.00% |
| 2006 | 9.78% | 30.40% |
| 2005 | 7.50% | 69.30% |
| 2004 | 4.43% | -32.88% |
| 2003 | 6.60% | -23.34% |
| 2002 | 8.61% | 1.06% |
| 2001 | 8.52% | -4.91% |
| 2000 | 8.96% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46.22% | -88.75% |
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| 9.65% | -97.65% |
US
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| 14.49% | -96.47% |
US
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| 30.99% | -92.46% |
US
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| 27.14% | -93.40% |
US
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin
What is Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin?
Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin is 4.11%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin was 4.34%, compared with 7.61% in 2024.
How has Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2021 (8.13%) and lowest in 2025 (4.34%).
How does Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Papa John's International, Inc.'s operating margin (4.11%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is McDonald's Corporation, with 46.22%.