When does the fiscal year end for Jack In The Box?

According to the 2025 Jack In The Box Franchise Disclosure Document, the company's fiscal year concludes on the Sunday closest to September 30th, and can be either 52 or 53 weeks long. The FDD also notes that Jack In The Box acquired Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. on March 8, 2022. Previously, Del Taco operated on a fiscal year ending on the Tuesday closest to September 30. However, starting in fiscal year 2024, Del Taco's fiscal year was adjusted to align with that of Jack In The Box. As a result, Del Taco's fiscal 2024 results include two fewer days than previous years.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that Jack In The Box's financial performance is evaluated based on this fiscal year-end, and the financial statements provided in the FDD will reflect this accounting period. Understanding the fiscal year-end is crucial for comparing year-over-year financial data and assessing the overall financial health of the company. The alignment of Del Taco's fiscal year with Jack In The Box simplifies financial reporting and analysis for the combined entity.

It's important to note that the financial data presented in the FDD, such as revenue and expenses, are organized according to this fiscal calendar. Franchisees should be aware of this when reviewing the financial statements and comparing them to previous years. The FDD specifically mentions that comparisons refer to the 52-week periods ended September 29, 2024, October 1, 2023, and October 2, 2022, for fiscal years 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively, providing clarity on the specific periods being compared.