Jack In The Box: The Turnaround Plan Is Unproven For Now

  • Jack in the Box Inc. continues to struggle with declining sales, weak margins, and a heavy debt load, with little sign of near-term improvement. The Del Taco acquisition has failed to deliver expected synergies, becoming a major drag and possible divestiture candidate, further clouding the outlook. Management's aggressive "Jack on Track" turnaround plan focuses on closing underperforming stores, shifting to an asset-light franchise model, and reducing debt.