What is LOCO's health score?

El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) has a TradeApes health score of 54 out of 100, rated Mixed. This composite score evaluates financial strength, operating trends, valuation, capital allocation, and risk factors.

What is LOCO's estimated fair value?

Based on our 5-year discounted cash flow model, El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.'s estimated fair value is $15.07 per share, representing a -10.0% downside from the current price. This is a model estimate, not a price target or investment recommendation.

Is LOCO undervalued or overvalued?

Our model currently rates LOCO as Fair Value. This assessment combines health metrics, valuation multiples, and market sentiment. Individual investors should conduct their own due diligence.

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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO)

Consumer Cyclical Fair Value low mixed

$16.74

Updated: 2026-07-14

TradeApes Score

Financial Strength

70 Healthy

Operating Trend

50 Mixed

Relative Value

30 Weak

Capital Allocation

65 Healthy

Risk Management

70 Healthy

Est. Fair Value $15.07

DCF Upside -10.0%

Sector Rank #3212 of 6152

Key Findings

+ Low leverage — net debt/EBITDA below 1×

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− Historically expensive — EV/EBITDA in top 20% of its 5-year range

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