El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. 8-K

What Happened

• On March 12, 2026, El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOCO) issued a press release announcing financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The press release is attached to the company's Form 8-K as Exhibit 99.1. The Form 8-K was signed by Ira Fils, listed as Interim Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer.

Key Details

• Date of filing and press release: March 12, 2026.
• Period covered: fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025.
• Exhibit: Press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 (the 8-K notes the exhibit is furnished and is not “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act).
• Signature: Form 8-K executed by Ira Fils (Interim CEO and CFO).

Why It Matters

• This 8-K notifies investors that the company has released its quarterly and annual results; investors should review the attached press release and any subsequent filings for the detailed financials (revenue, net income or loss, same-store sales, and any guidance).
• Because the press release is furnished as an exhibit and not “filed” under Section 18, it is disclosed to the market but carries the limited liability treatment noted in the filing.
• The filing also highlights an interim leadership designation (Ira Fils as Interim CEO and CFO in the signature block), which investors may want to note when evaluating management commentary and outlook.