| Annual · values | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 18.23 M USD | 25.24 M USD | 20.00 M USD | 19.84 M USD | 16.48 M USD | 11.77 M USD | 12.35 M USD | 11.16 M USD | 18.86 M USD | 10.41 M USD | 12.48 M USD | 13.29 M USD |
| Depreciation & Amortization | 925000 USD | 957000 USD | 1.14 M USD | 1.14 M USD | 1.05 M USD | 1.18 M USD | 1.23 M USD | 1.21 M USD | 1.35 M USD | 1.30 M USD | 1.25 M USD | 1.25 M USD |
| Stock-Based Compensation | 1.13 M USD | 993000 USD | 733000 USD | 258000 USD | 74000 USD | 116000 USD | 116000 USD | 162000 USD | 398000 USD | 582000 USD | 722000 USD | 859000 USD |
| Capital Expenditures | 370000 USD | 225000 USD | 313000 USD | 626000 USD | 636000 USD | 551000 USD | 870000 USD | 447000 USD | 563000 USD | 1.13 M USD | 1.13 M USD | 1.54 M USD |
| Cash Flow from Investing | -370000 USD | -225000 USD | -313000 USD | -584000 USD | -636000 USD | -551000 USD | -870000 USD | 12.33 M USD | -550000 USD | -1.13 M USD | 5.99 M USD | 2.22 M USD |
| Cash Flow from Financing | -21.26 M USD | -18.24 M USD | -28.52 M USD | -39.45 M USD | -46.84 M USD | -7.27 M USD | -9.81 M USD | -5.38 M USD | -17.89 M USD | -2.60 M USD | -19.63 M USD | 13.81 M USD |
| Dividends Paid | — | — | — | 7.56 M USD | 6.17 M USD | — | 5.91 M USD | 4.19 M USD | 21.07 M USD | 375000 USD | 375000 USD | 115.11 M USD |
| Stock Buybacks | — | — | 0 USD | 1.89 M USD | 0 USD | 1.50 M USD | 4.97 M USD | 1.00 M USD | — | 1.27 M USD | 19.23 M USD | 1.92 M USD |
| Free Cash Flow | 17.86 M USD | 25.02 M USD | 19.69 M USD | 19.21 M USD | 15.84 M USD | 11.21 M USD | 11.48 M USD | 10.71 M USD | 18.30 M USD | 9.28 M USD | 11.36 M USD | 11.75 M USD |
Nathan's Famous Inc. is a prominent player in the fast-food industry, renowned for its iconic hot dogs and rich heritage. The company, which began as a single hot dog stand in Coney Island, New York, has grown into a well-known brand with a presence in multiple countries. Nathan's Famous primarily operates through licensing, branded products, and restaurant franchise models. Its offerings extend beyond hot dogs to include other quick-service menu items, celebrated in various casual dining and concession stand locations, particularly in sports arenas and entertainment venues. As an established entity in the food and beverage sector, Nathan's Famous benefits from broad consumer recognition and loyalty. The company has successfully expanded its reach through packaged food products, which are distributed through supermarket chains and grocery stores, further enhancing its market presence. This diversification strategy allows Nathan's to participate in both the quick-service restaurant market and the consumer packaged goods industry, making it a significant player with a recognizable brand. Its continued market influence is underscored by its adaptability and enduring appeal across generations.