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Domino's Hit By Budget-Conscious Diners, Shares Tumble - Domino's Pizza (NASDAQ:DPZ)
On Monday, Domino's Pizza reported quarterly U.S. same-store sales growth of 0.9%, falling short of analysts' average estimate of a 2.72% rise.
Budget-Strained Americans reduced discretionary spending as record-low consumer sentiment in April reflected ongoing inflation and Middle East conflict fallout tracked by the Fed's Beige Book.
To lure value-focused customers, Domino's revived its $9.99 "Best Deal Ever" and "Mix and Match" offers while facing increased competition from Little Caesars.
CEO Russell Weiner told CNBC, "We're not happy with it," as the chain lowered its full-year U.S. same-store sales forecast and shares fell nearly 4% in premarket trading.
Rivals Papa John's and Pizza Hut face potential sales and store closures this year, positioning Domino's to strengthen its dominant market position in the pizza category.