Right, so, Warren Buffett’s officially stepped down. Which, let’s be honest, is a bit like the Queen abdicating to open a B&B. Unexpected, but you sort of saw it coming. The point is, the man still has a knack for spotting a decent investment, and Berkshire Hathaway’s holdings are still worth a look. And currently, they’re rather keen on Domino’s Pizza. Domino’s. It’s… surprisingly sensible, isn’t it? I mean, I’d rather invest in a small, artisanal cheese shop, but hey, who am I to judge a profitable pizza empire?
Look, I’m not saying ditch your high-growth tech stocks for pepperoni and pineapple. But before you scoff, consider this: while the rest of us are stressing about inflation and the general state of… everything, people are still ordering pizza. Consistently. It’s a comfort thing, a ‘the world is ending, pass the garlic bread’ kind of thing. And that, my friends, is a remarkably stable business model. They held nearly 3 million shares as of September 30th. And frankly, it’s hard to argue with that kind of conviction.
The Art of the Reliable Dough
It’s not just pizza, of course. They’ve got wings, pasta, those weird stuffed bread things. It’s a whole… experience. But let’s be real, it’s the convenience. Pickup, delivery, the sheer speed of it all. And the price? Let’s just say it doesn’t require remortgaging your house. Even when things are looking bleak, people will still splurge on a relatively affordable night in. And Domino’s, bless their corporate hearts, understands that perfectly. Third-quarter sales were up 5.2% in the US and 1.7% internationally. Which, honestly, feels like a win in this economy.
And it’s not just volume. They’re actually making money doing it. Operating income was up 12.2% year-over-year. I mean, seriously? In this climate? It’s almost… unsettling. It’s like they’ve cracked the code to eternal profitability. Or, you know, just sell a lot of pizza. Whatever works.
Expanding the Empire (One Franchise at a Time)
Nearly 70 years in business and they’re still growing? It’s a bit alarming, isn’t it? Like a particularly resilient weed. They’ve opened 214 restaurants in the last quarter, bringing the total to 21,750. Most of those (588, to be precise) are international. They’re clearly not content with world domination, they’re aiming for galactic conquest. And honestly? I’m slightly impressed.
The real genius is the franchise model. 99% franchised. Meaning they don’t have to shell out a fortune for property and upkeep. They just collect fees and sell supplies. It’s… beautifully cynical. Like a perfectly executed con. And it works. It really, really works.
Cash is King (and Pizza is Queen)
That asset-light model translates to a lot of free cash flow. $495.6 million in the first three quarters of 2025. And what did they do with it? They returned $397.2 million to shareholders via dividends and share repurchases. Which, let’s face it, is a pretty good look. They’re also consistently raising dividends. Which is always a good sign. Boards of directors are notoriously reluctant to cut payouts. It’s like admitting defeat. And no one wants to do that, especially not when there’s pizza money involved.
A Slice of Value
Okay, so the stock price is up 2.3% in the past year, which is… underwhelming. Especially compared to the S&P 500’s 19.8% gain. But here’s the thing: it’s currently trading at a P/E ratio of 24, down from around 30 earlier in the year. The S&P 500 is at 31. So, it’s actually… undervalued. Which, in this market, is practically a miracle. They’re growing sales, generating strong cash flow, and returning money to shareholders. And the valuation is attractive. It’s… almost too good to be true. But I’m a cynic, not a magician. I just point out the numbers.
So, should you buy Domino’s stock? Honestly? I’m not a financial advisor. I just see a reasonably stable company, selling a reliably popular product, at a decent price. And sometimes, in this chaotic world, that’s enough. Sometimes, you just need a slice of something solid. Even if it’s covered in pepperoni.
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