Kura Sushi USA now expects total sales for fiscal 2026 to be between $330.5 million and $331.5 million, a reduction driven by significant unexpected delays in new restaurant openings that cost approximately six revenue months. The company maintained its plan to open 16 new units this fiscal year and raised its full-year restaurant-level operating profit margin guidance to approximately 18.5%, citing operational efficiencies and pricing. Third-quarter total sales were $85.9 million with comparable sales of negative 0.4%, as a 5.1% traffic decline was partially offset by a 4.7% benefit from price and mix. Restaurant-level operating profit margin improved 90 basis points year-over-year to 19.1%, and the company ended the quarter with $66.1 million in cash, cash equivalents and investments and no debt.
Kura Sushi USA IncSignificant unexpected delays in new restaurant openings cost approximately six revenue months, reducing FY2026 sales forecast.