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    Larson Rice

    Research Analyst at Truist Securities, Inc.

    Larson Rice is an analyst at Truist Securities, Inc., focused on equity research and financial analysis within the investment banking sector. While specific company coverage and performance metrics are not publicly detailed, Rice's current role involves sector analysis and investment recommendations as part of a major securities firm. Rice began their career in the financial services industry and has been registered with FINRA, holding appropriate securities licenses since joining Truist Securities. Their professional credentials and registration are confirmed through industry regulatory databases, reflecting a commitment to regulatory compliance and industry standards.

    Larson Rice's questions to Dine Brands Global (DIN) leadership

    Larson Rice's questions to Dine Brands Global (DIN) leadership • Q1 2025

    Question

    Larson Rice, on behalf of Jake Bartlett, asked about the drivers behind the implied acceleration in IHOP's same-store sales guidance for the remainder of the year and the source of management's confidence.

    Answer

    CFO Vance Chang cited traffic momentum from the House Faves menu carrying into Q2. IHOP President Lawrence Kim detailed a four-point strategy: focusing on core breakfast, amplifying value, simplifying operations, and culture-driven marketing. CEO John Peyton highlighted that IHOP's comp traffic beat its benchmark and absolute traffic grew in March and April for the first time in years, validating the strategy.

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    Larson Rice's questions to El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) leadership

    Larson Rice's questions to El Pollo Loco Holdings (LOCO) leadership • Q4 2024

    Question

    The analyst inquired about the drivers behind the company's confidence in further margin expansion for 2025 and sought clarification on the new prototype's build cost.

    Answer

    Confidence in margin expansion stems from two areas: supply chain efficiencies in cost of goods and significant labor productivity gains from new equipment (like chicken holding cabinets) and technology (kiosks). The prototype build cost is under $2 million, with $1.8 million being a goal for lower-cost markets; the higher figure accounts for California construction costs and a buffer. Conversions of existing restaurants offer an even lower-cost path at around $1 million.

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    Larson Rice's questions to CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE (CBRL) leadership

    Larson Rice's questions to CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE (CBRL) leadership • Q2 2025

    Question

    Larson Rice, on for Jake Bartlett, asked about the financial offsets that allowed the company to absorb $4 million in incremental egg costs while maintaining its overall commodity guidance.

    Answer

    CFO Craig Pommells explained that the cost was absorbed through a combination of factors. This included deferring some other projected spending and the fact that the full-year guidance was raised by less than the total outperformance from the strong Q2, effectively creating a buffer for such unforeseen expenses.

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