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Gen Korean BBQ remains deeply undervalued, trading at bargain multiples despite rapid unit growth and a self-funded balance sheet. Recent stock declines are driven by macro headwinds, tariff risks, and premium positioning, but the core growth story and expansion pace are intact. Q1 results showed strong revenue growth from new openings, manageable same-store sales declines, and temporary margin pressure from expansion costs.

GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:GENK ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 13, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Thomas V. Croal - Chief Financial Officer David Kim - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Todd Brooks - The Benchmark Company George Kelly - Roth Capital Partners Will Forsberg - Craig-Hallum Operator Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to the GEN Restaurant Group, Incorporated First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call.

CERRITOS, Calif., May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (“GEN” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: GENK), owner of GEN Korean BBQ, a fast-growing casual dining concept with an extensive menu and signature “grill at your table” experience, is announcing financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.

GEN Restaurant Group is a misunderstood growth story with a Korean BBQ concept, efficient cost structure, and debt-free expansion plans. Despite surpassing FY24 revenue guidance, same-store sales have declined for six consecutive quarters, raising concerns about the growth concept. The company maintains a strong net cash position and plans to open 10-13 new locations in 2025, including two in South Korea.

CERRITOS, Calif., April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (“GEN” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: GENK), owner of GEN Korean BBQ, a fast-growing casual dining concept with an extensive menu and signature “grill at your table” experience, will hold a conference call on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

Cary Marks GEN's Sixth New Location in 2025, Reflecting Strong Momentum in Expansion Strategy Cary Marks GEN's Sixth New Location in 2025, Reflecting Strong Momentum in Expansion Strategy

GEN is Continuing Texas Expansion with Austin Following Success Across the State GEN is Continuing Texas Expansion with Austin Following Success Across the State

CERRITOS, Calif., March 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (“GEN” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: GENK), owner of GEN Korean BBQ, a fast-growing casual dining concept with an extensive menu and signature “grill at your table” experience, announced today that its board of directors approved a stock repurchase program authorizing the repurchase of up to $5.0 million worth of shares of the Company's outstanding Class A common stock, par value $0.001 (“Common Stock”). The stock repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time and does not obligate the Company to acquire any specific number of shares of its Common Stock.

GEN Restaurant Group's Q4 results exceeded expectations, driving a 20% stock price surge and an 8% premarket rise, highlighting its growth potential. With top-line sales of $54.7 million and adjusted EPS of $0.21, GEN beat Wall St. estimates and showed strong year-over-year growth. The company plans to expand aggressively, targeting 75 restaurants by FY 2026, including international openings in South Korea, maintaining a 20%+ annual growth rate.

GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:GENK ) Q4 2024 Earnings Call March 6, 2025 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Tom Croal - Chief Financial Officer David Kim - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Operator Good day, and welcome to the GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note, this event is being recorded.