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SEC filingRevenue grew 23.3% to $80.0M from new restaurants and Bikkura-Pon promotions, narrowing operating loss 51.4% to -$2.2M and net loss 54.7% to -$1.7M, though heavy $29.3M capex for expansion drove -$21.2M free cash flow amid ongoing tariff pressures.
Kura Sushi USA delivered solid Q2 FY2026 results with revenue up 23.3% to $80.0 million from $64.9 million year-over-year. This growth stemmed from new restaurant openings combined with stronger traffic from incremental promotional collaborations around Bikkura-Pon prizes and giveaways versus the prior year. These initiatives helped drive top-line momentum despite broader economic headwinds, allowing the company to meaningfully narrow losses while investing aggressively in its restaurant pipeline.
Cash flow dynamics highlight the capital-intensive nature of Kura's strategy. Net cash from operating activities reached $8.1 million, sufficient to fund day-to-day needs but down slightly from $8.6 million as the company scaled. Capital expenditures, the primary use of cash, climbed to $29.3 million from $23.1 million for new restaurant builds, remodels, and fixtures—directly contributing to free cash flow of -$21.2 million. This burn aligns with management's focus on growth, where the number and timing of openings continue to shape results.