Comparing the current results to its competitors, Potbelly reported Revenue increase in the 2 quarter 2025 by 3.35 % year on year. The revenue growth was below Potbelly's competitors' average revenue growth of 4.49 %, achieved in the same quarter.
Potbelly Corporation Net Income in the 2 quarter 2025 fell year on year by -91.66%, while most of its competitors have experienced a contraction in net income by -6.81 %.
Potbelly's Comment on Competition and Industry Peers
The company operates in the restaurant industry, focusing on the fast-casual and full-service restaurant segments. It competes with a range of restaurants, convenience stores, and other outlets at national, regional, and local levels. Competition factors include product quality, restaurant concept, service, convenience, value perception, and price. Many competitors have longer histories, more established market presence, and greater financial, marketing, and personnel resources. Competition has increased as competitors expand product offerings and open new locations. The company also competes with fast-casual and specialty restaurants, other retail concepts for prime locations, and food delivery services providing meals from various restaurants.
Overall company revenue, grew less, than total company revenues, at 3.35 % and company approximately market share, declined to 0.55 %. << More on PBPB Market Share.
*Market share is calculated based on total revenue.
February 18, 2025
In a strategic move to bolster its presence in key regions, Potbelly Sandwich Works has announced exclusive franchise opportunities aimed at ambitious business owners in select Northern-Midwest-Appalachian markets. According to a press release from Potbelly Corporation, the fast-casual dining brand is set to expand its footprint across Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and Erie in Pennsylvania, as well as Toledo and Akron in Ohio, and Charleston in West Virginia. This initiative aims to empower franchisees to develop and operate multiple locations, with an average of 4-6 trade areas per franchisee.The latest opportunity comes at a critical time for Potbelly, which has faced some profitability challenges compared ...
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Starbucks Corporation operates under a business model primarily focused on the sale of high-quality coffee beverages, food, and related products. With an emphasis on creating a welcoming ambiance, they have built a network of physical stores worldwide, strategically located in urban areas, shopping centers, and other high-traffic locations. Furthermore, they have expanded their reach through various distribution channels, including online sales and collaborations with third-party retailers.
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