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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. is projected to rise to $17.52 by 2027, a +26% move from its current price of $13.86. LOCO is currently trading above its 50-day average (a bullish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong buy.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 5/28/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29 | $13.68 | $13.87 | $14.06 | +0.08% |
| May 30 | $13.62 | $13.88 | $14.15 | +0.16% |
| May 31 | $13.57 | $13.89 | $14.23 | +0.24% |
| Jun 1 | $13.53 | $13.90 | $14.29 | +0.32% |
| Jun 2 | $13.50 | $13.92 | $14.35 | +0.40% |
| Jun 3 | $13.47 | $13.93 | $14.40 | +0.48% |
| Jun 4 | $13.44 | $13.94 | $14.45 | +0.56% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $13.44 | $13.94 | $14.45 | +0.56% |
| Week 2 | $13.31 | $14.01 | $14.75 | +1.12% |
| Week 3 | $13.24 | $14.09 | $15.01 | +1.68% |
| Week 4 | $13.18 | $14.17 | $15.24 | +2.24% |
| Week 5 | $13.14 | $14.25 | $15.45 | +2.81% |
| Week 6 | $13.11 | $14.33 | $15.66 | +3.38% |
| Week 7 | $13.09 | $14.41 | $15.86 | +3.96% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) is a consumer cyclical company that develops, franchises, licenses, and operates quick-service restaurants under the El Pollo Loco name. The company operates and franchises restaurants located in California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Utah, and Louisiana, and it licenses its brand to restaurants in the Philippines.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. trades under the LOCO symbol and is classified in the Consumer Cyclical sector. It currently holds a price of $14.07 and a market capitalization of $428.51M, ranking 3161 by market cap. The current price aligns with the 2026 forecast average of $14.07, with a 2026 low of $10.13 and a high of $19.90.
A major floor 26.9% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
The nearest floor, 6.2% below — buyers have tended to step in here.
Price is pressing into resistance (2.1% away) — a breakout level to watch.
A major ceiling 6.9% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key LOCO support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of LOCO market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $14.02 | Sell | $13.91 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $13.78 | Buy | $13.84 | Buy |
| MA 20 | $13.61 | Buy | $13.75 | Buy |
| MA 50 | $13.81 | Buy | $13.38 | Buy |
| MA 100 | $12.36 | Buy | $12.68 | Buy |
| MA 200 | $11.34 | Buy | $11.92 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 53.90 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 62.06 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | 56.72 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -28.71 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | 0.03 | Buy |
| ROC (12) | -1.00 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.68 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 71.29 | Neutral |
| TRIX (15) | 0.06 | Buy |
| Awesome (5,34) | 0.30 | Buy |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 64.57 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | 0.32 | Buy |
| Aroon Osc (25) | 48.00 | Buy |
| Hull MA (9) | 14.05 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 14.46 | Neutral |
| ATR (14) | 0.17 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture is bullish, with RSI(14) at 60. The stock's price is above its SMA50 of $13.78 and above its SMA200 of $11.30, supporting a constructive near-term posture. A near-term trading range runs from $12.81 to $15.45, with a recognized support at $13.00 and resistance at $14.15. The annualized volatility sits at 30%.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10.13 | $13.86 | $19.62 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $14.31 | $17.52 | $22.45 | +26% | Bullish | |
| $15.84 | $19.74 | $25.96 | +42% | Bullish | |
| $17.50 | $22.14 | $29.72 | +60% | Bullish | |
| $17.71 | $22.70 | $31.01 | +64% | Bullish | |
| $20.67 | $26.83 | $37.22 | +94% | Bullish | |
| $25.20 | $33.06 | $46.51 | +139% | Bullish | |
| $27.31 | $36.21 | $51.58 | +161% | Bullish | |
| $30.12 | $40.34 | $58.15 | +191% | Bullish | |
| $30.33 | $40.99 | $59.74 | +196% | Bullish | |
| $49.40 | $69.63 | $106.31 | +402% | Bullish | |
| $80.42 | $121.54 | $198.88 | +777% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | $10.13 | $13.86 | $16.22 | +0.00% |
| June 2026 | $12.13 | $14.15 | $16.82 | +2.07% |
| July 2026 | $12.70 | $14.90 | $17.88 | +5.31% |
| August 2026 | $13.01 | $15.33 | $18.53 | +2.88% |
| September 2026 | $12.97 | $15.35 | $18.67 | +0.13% |
| October 2026 | $13.21 | $15.68 | $19.18 | +2.17% |
| November 2026 | $13.50 | $16.07 | $19.74 | +2.48% |
| December 2026 | $13.31 | $15.90 | $19.62 | -1.08% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month LOCO forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
The LOCO price prediction for 2026 points to an average of $13.86 (low $10.13, high $19.62) — a potential gain of 0% on today's $13.86. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
In 2027, LOCO is projected to trade between $14.31 and $22.45, averaging $17.52 — a potential gain of +26% from today's $13.86. That is up +26% on the projected 2026 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.'s 2028 outlook centres on $19.74, within a $15.84 to $25.96 range. That is up +13% on the projected 2027 average. That marks a +42% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2029, LOCO could reach as high as $29.72, with a base case around $22.14 and support toward $17.50 — roughly +60% from $13.86. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect LOCO to range from $17.71 to $31.01 through 2030. The $22.70 average target implies a +64% move from current prices. That is up +3% on the projected 2029 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The LOCO price prediction for 2031 points to an average of $26.83 (low $20.67, high $37.22) — a potential gain of +94% on today's $13.86. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2032, LOCO is projected to trade between $25.20 and $46.51, averaging $33.06 — a potential gain of +139% from today's $13.86. That is up +23% on the projected 2031 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc.'s 2033 outlook centres on $36.21, within a $27.31 to $51.58 range. That is up +10% on the projected 2032 average. That marks a +161% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2034, LOCO could reach as high as $58.15, with a base case around $40.34 and support toward $30.12 — roughly +191% from $13.86. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect LOCO to range from $30.33 to $59.74 through 2035. The $40.99 average target implies a +196% move from current prices. That is up +2% on the projected 2034 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The LOCO price prediction for 2040 points to an average of $69.63 (low $49.40, high $106.31) — a potential gain of +402% on today's $13.86. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2050, LOCO is projected to trade between $80.42 and $198.88, averaging $121.54 — a potential gain of +777% from today's $13.86. That is up +75% on the projected 2040 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in LOCO today (≈ 72.150072 LOCO) could be worth
$8,769.47
+$7,769.47 (+777%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected LOCO price of $121.54 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in LOCOwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in LOCO on May 27, 2025 (≈ 102.354141 LOCO) would be worth
$1,418.63
+$418.63 (+41.9%) today · 1.42× · US Dollar
Based on a LOCO entry price of $9.77 vs. today's $13.86.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $14.15 | $979.51 | -2.0% |
| 1 month ago | $13.79 | $1,005.08 | +0.5% |
| 3 months ago | $11.14 | $1,244.17 | +24.4% |
| 6 months ago | $10.91 | $1,270.39 | +27.0% |
| 1 year ago | $9.77 | $1,418.63 | +41.9% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $17.13 | $809.11 | -19.1% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our LOCO forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $28.00 around 2032.
Implied market cap at $28.00: $852.75M
Looking further out, the forecast shows a clear upside path. In 2030, the average price is projected at $23.63 with an implied ROI of 68%, with a min of $18.43 and a max of $32.29. By 2040, the average climbs to $74.14 with an implied ROI of 427%, and a min of $52.60, max of $113.22.
In 2050, the average is projected at $129.59 with an implied ROI of 821%, and a min of $85.73, max of $212.06. Overall, the horizon remains bullish, though forecasts are not guarantees and carry inherent uncertainty.
Tap a question to reveal the answer.
In 2030, the forecasted average price is $23.63 with an ROI of 68%. The forecast also shows a min of $18.43 and a max of $32.29.
The forecast shows positive momentum across multiple years, with 2027 Avg $18.01 and ROI 28%, 2028 Avg $20.34 and ROI 44.6%, 2029 Avg $22.77 and ROI 61.8%, 2030 Avg $23.63 and ROI 68%, 2031 Avg $28.06 and ROI 99.4%, 2040 Avg $74.14 and ROI 427%, and 2050 Avg $129.59 and ROI 821%.
Yes. The forecast includes a max of $62.73 in 2035, and a max of $113.22 in 2040, indicating prices above $60 are within the model’s projections.
Current price is $14.07 and market capitalization is $428.51M.
For 2040, the forecasted average price is $74.14 with a max of $113.22 and a min of $52.60, corresponding to a projected ROI of 427% and bullish sentiment.
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