Papa John's is one of the largest players in the global QSR, or quick-service restaurant, pizza market, boasting more than 6,000 restaurants across nearly 50 countries at the end of 2024. The firm operates a predominantly franchised system, owning 9% of its restaurants and generating revenue from franchise royalties, sales of pizza and related products at its company-owned stores, and sales from its commissary supply chain. The firm is the fourth-largest limited-service pizza chain globally and third in the US (Euromonitor International), with a sizable presence in the UK, China, South Korea, and Chile.
Quick Stats
Apr 02, 202657.7
AI Score
HOLD0.76
Volume Ratio
May 14, 2026
Next Earnings
15
+ve Days (30d)
15
-ve Days (30d)
PZZA Stock Summary
Last updated Apr 02, 2026
PZZA is currently trading at $34.99, positioned below its 200-day moving average of $42.07, suggesting bearish momentum. The stock has a 52-week range of $29.5501 to $55.74.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $33.8, which is below the current price, signaling bullish near-term momentum. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 55.236, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is 0.109, which is positive, indicating accumulation by institutional investors. Our AI-powered investment score rates PZZA at 57.7/100 with a HOLD recommendation.
PZZA (Papa John's International Inc) Indicators
Last updated Apr 02, 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| RSI(14) | 55.236 |
| CMF (20) | 0.109 |
| ROC (10) | 3.828 |
| ADX (14) | 15.762 |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.207 |
| AROONOSC (14) | -78.571 |
| WILLAMS %R (14) | -32.069 |
| MFI (14) | 41.014 |
PZZA Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
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Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
PZZA Price vs Max Options Open Interest
PZZA Max Change In Options Open Interest
PZZA Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
4th April 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
PZZA Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
4th April 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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PZZA Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
4th April 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
PZZA Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
4th April 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
|---|
Papa John's International Inc is not trading above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bearish.
PZZA Moving Averages Analysis
Papa John's International Inc has been above 50 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 50 day sma was on Apr 02, 2026
PZZA (Papa John's International Inc) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated Apr 02, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 33.31 |
| 20 | 34.01 |
| 30 | 33.36 |
| 50 | 33.8 |
| 100 | 36.96 |
| 200 | 42.07 |
PZZA Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 16.835 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 36.4556 |
| Market Cap ($) | 1.1 billion |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 0.9 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.0149 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | 1.84 |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 1.53 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 1.8209 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 37.9091 |
| Most Recent Quarter |