Do You Know the Earnings Growth at Jack in the Box Inc. (JACK)?

If the company were to only match the combination of Chipotle and Wendy’s, the nearly 8,000 stores would provide for nearly 200% gain in the store base alone.

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Investors have taken notice over the last year as the stock as easily outperformed this group. As the below chart highlights, the nearly 30% gain by Jack in the Box compares to on average a small net loss for the group:

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Conclusion

Investors have rewarded Jack in the Box shareholders by doubling the results of the S&P 500 over the last year. For new investors, the projected earnings increases going forward continue to provide a compelling investment. If the company can continue exceeding the existing estimates, the current forecasts of $1.55 for 2013 and $1.97 for 2014 could end up too low. With the stock surging to new highs, investors should keep the stock on the radar for the next dip.

The article Do You Know the Earnings Growth at Jack? originally appeared on Fool.com and is written by Mark Holder.

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