secwatch / observer

JACK IN THE BOX INC — fact timeline

Source-grounded facts extracted from JACK IN THE BOX INC's SEC 8-K filings across all families, newest first. Each cites a verbatim SEC excerpt.

JACK JACK IN THE BOX INC JSON
Material Agreements

JACK IN THE BOX INC entered into Purchase Agreement with certain initial purchasers valued at $500 million (effective 2026-06-12).

“On June 12, 2026, Jack in the Box Inc. (the "Company") and a wholly owned subsidiary, Jack in the Box Funding, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the "Master Issuer"), Jack in the Box SPV Guarantor, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Jack in the Box SPV Guarantor"), Different Rules, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Different Rules"), and Jack in the Box Properties, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company ("Jack in the Box Properties" and, together with the Company, the Master Issuer, Jack in the Box SPV Guarantor and Different Rules, the "Jack in the Box Parties"), entered into a Purchase Agreement (the "Purchase Agreement") with certain initial purchasers named therein (the "Initial Purchasers"), pursuant to which, among other things, the Master Issuer, a special purpose subsidiary of the Company, has agreed to issue and sell $500 million of its Series 2026-1 7.624% Fixed Rate Senior Secured Notes, Class A-2”

Lance Tucker resigned as Director at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“Mr. Tucker resigned from the Board of Directors of the Company effective May 27, 2026.”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported the second quarter ended April 12, 2026 results: revenue $254.3 million, net income $12.5 million, EPS $0.65 per diluted share. Guidance reaffirmed.

“(6) (12) Restaurant count at end of Q2 149 1,979 2,128 146 2,037 2,183 QTD Net Restaurant Change — — — QTD Net Restaurant Change % — % — % — % Total revenues decreased 4.3% to $254.3 million, compared to $265.7 million in the prior year quarter. The lower revenue is primarily the result of same-store sales declines, as well as a lower number of restaurants. The SG&A”

Ryan Ostrom departed as Chief Customer and Digital Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“As of May 8, 2026, and May 15, 2026, respectively, Lance Tucker, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, and Ryan Ostrom, the Company’s Chief Customer and Digital Officer, each will no longer be serving as executive officers of the Company.”

Lance Tucker departed as Chief Executive Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“As of May 8, 2026, and May 15, 2026, respectively, Lance Tucker, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, and Ryan Ostrom, the Company’s Chief Customer and Digital Officer, each will no longer be serving as executive officers of the Company.”

Alan Smolinisky was appointed as Independent Lead Director at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“Effective May 13, 2026, the Board appointed Alan Smolinisky to serve as Independent Lead Director of the Board.”

Mark King was appointed as Executive Chairman of the Board at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“Mr. King will also serve as Executive Chairman of the Board and, in connection therewith, will not receive board or committee fees during his service as Interim Chief Executive Officer.”

Mark King was appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“On May 13, 2026, the Company announced the appointment of Mark King to serve as the Company’s Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.”
M&A Transactions

JACK IN THE BOX INC completed a disposition involving Del Taco Group, LLC for approximately $119.0 million (closed 2025-12-22).

“On December 22, 2025 (the “Closing Date”), Jack in the Box Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) completed its previously announced sale of Del Taco Holdings Inc., a Delaware corporation and wholly owned subsidiary of the Company that owns and operates the Company’s Del Taco restaurant operations, to Del Taco Group, LLC, a California limited liability company and assignee of Yadav Enterprises, Inc., a California corporation and franchisee of the Company (“Buyer”), pursuant to a Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”), dated October 15, 2025, by and among the Company, Buyer and Anil Yadav, a natural person (“Buyer Guarantor”), for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $119.0 million (the “Purchase Price”) in cash (the “Transaction”).”

Dawn Hooper was appointed as Chief Financial Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“On May 23, 2025, the Board of Directors of Jack in the Box Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Ms. Dawn Hooper, to serve as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, effective May 26, 2025.”

Lance Tucker was appointed as Chief Executive Officer and Director at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“On March 31, 2025, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Jack in the Box Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Mr. Lance Tucker to serve as the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board, effective immediately.”

Dawn Hooper was appointed as interim principal financial officer and principal accounting officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“To fill Mr. Tucker’s role, Dawn Hooper, age 54, the Company’s Senior Vice President, Controller, will serve as the Company’s interim principal financial officer and principal accounting officer effective February 24, 2025”

Lance Tucker was appointed as interim principal executive officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“Lance Tucker, age 55, the Company’s Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, will serve as the Company’s interim principal executive officer effective February 24, 2025”

Darin Harris resigned as Chief Executive Officer and Director at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“On February 20, 2025, Darin Harris notified the Company’s Board of Directors of his intention to resign from his positions as Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Company, effective immediately, to pursue other opportunities.”

Tony Darden resigned as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“On November 22, 2024, Tony Darden notified the Company of his intention to resign from his position as the Company’s Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.”
Governance Changes

JACK IN THE BOX INC: Amended Section 2.02 of Bylaws to add the right for holders of at least 25% of outstanding shares to call a special meeting of stockholders (effective 2024-11-14).

“Effective November 14, 2024, the Board of Directors of the Company amended Section 2.02 of its Bylaws to add the right for holders of at least twenty-five percent (25%) of outstanding shares of the Company to call a special meeting of stockholders.”

Lance Tucker was appointed as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Jack in the Box Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Mr. Lance Tucker to serve as the Company’s Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), effective upon his first day of employment on January 13, 2025.”

Dawn Hooper was appointed as Interim Chief Financial Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“Dawn Hooper, the Company’s Senior Vice President, Controller will serve as the Company’s interim principal financial officer effective November 1, 2024, and as Interim Chief Financial Officer effective upon Mr. Scott’s departure until such time that a successor Chief Financial Officer is appointed.”

Brian Scott resigned as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“On September 30, 2024, Brian Scott notified the Company of his intention to resign from his position as the Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective November 20, 2024.”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported second quarter fiscal 2024 ended April 14, 2024 results: revenue 365.3 million, net income 25.0 million, EPS 1.26.

“Earnings Per Share (2) , a non-GAAP measure, was $1.46 in the second quarter of fiscal 2024 compared with $1.47 in the prior year quarter. Total revenues decreased 7.7% to $365.3 million, compared to $395.7 million in the prior year quarter. The lower revenue is primarily the result of the Del Taco refranchising efforts. Net earnings was $25.0 million for the”

Dean Gordon departed as Senior Vice President, Chief Supply Chain Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“Dean Gordon, Senior Vice President, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Jack in the Box Inc. (the “Company”), has notified the Company of his intention to retire later this year.”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported first quarter fiscal 2024 results: revenue $487.5 million, net income $38.7 million, EPS $1.93.

“Earnings Per Share (2) , a non-GAAP measure, was $1.95 in the first quarter of fiscal 2024 compared with $2.01 in the prior year quarter. Total revenues decreased 7.5% to $487.5 million, compared to $527.1 million in the prior year quarter. The lower reported revenue is primarily the result of the Del Taco refranchising efforts. Net earnings decreased to $38.7”

Enrique Ramirez Mena was appointed as Director at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“appointed Enrique Ramirez Mena as a member of the Board, effective January 15, 2024,”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported the fourth quarter, ended October 1, 2023 results: revenue $372.5 million, net income $21.9 million, EPS $1.08.

“(Decrease) (119 ) 120 1 Q4 2023 vs. Q4 2022 Restaurant % Decrease (41.0 )% 39.9 % 0.2 % Company-Wide Performance Total revenues decreased 7.5% in the fourth quarter of 2023 to $372.5 million, as compared to $402.8 million in the prior year fourth quarter. SG&A expense for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $43.7 million, an increase of $6.2 million compared to the prior”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported third quarter fiscal 2023 results: EPS Diluted EPS of $1.41; Operating EPS of $1.45.

“Jack in the Box Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2023 Earnings”

Brian Scott was appointed as Chief Financial Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) has appointed Mr. Brian Scott to serve as the Company’s Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), effective upon his first day of employment on August 14, 2023”
Governance Changes

JACK IN THE BOX INC: Amended and Restated Bylaws approved on August 3, 2023, including changes to proxy card color requirement, removal of voting list requirement, clarification of stockholder notice requirements under Rule 14a-19, and changes to indemnification provisions for agents and employees (effective 2023-08-03).

“On August 3, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Jack in the Box Inc. (the “Company”) approved Amended and Restated Bylaws for the Company (the “Bylaws”), effective as of that date. Amendments contained in the Bylaws include (i) requiring that any stockholder directly or indirectly soliciting proxies from other stockholders use a proxy card color other than white, which shall be reserved for the exclusive use by the Board; (ii) removing the requirement of producing and keeping a voting list at the time and place of each meeting of stockholders; (iii) clarifying that a stockholder’s notice to the Company must include a representation as to whether the proponent intends to solicit proxies from the required number of the Company’s voting shares in support of its proposal in accordance with and as required by Rule 14a-19 promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and whether it intends to deliver a proxy statement and/or form of proxy to holders of at leas”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported second quarter of fiscal 2023 results: revenue $395.7 million, net income $26.5 million, EPS $1.27.

“Company-Wide Performance Second quarter diluted earnings per share was $1.27. Operating Earnings Per Share (3) , a non-GAAP measure, was $1.47 in the second quarter of fiscal 2023 compared with $1.16 in the prior year quarter. Both diluted earnings per share and Operating Earnings Per Share included a $0.05 net positive impact as a result of a two litigation matters, both of which are not expected to reoccur. Total revenues increased 22.8% to $395.7 million, compared to $322.3 million in the prior year quarter. Net earnings increased to $26.5 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2023, compared with $7.8 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2022.”
Shareholder Votes

JACK IN THE BOX INC shareholders approved Consideration and approval of an advisory (non-binding) resolution regarding the frequency of the vote on executive compensation at the 2023-03-03 meeting.

“a frequency of one year was approved”
Shareholder Votes

JACK IN THE BOX INC shareholders approved Approval of the Jack in the Box Inc. 2023 Omnibus Incentive Plan at the 2023-03-03 meeting.

“Proposals (2), (3), and (4) were approved”
Shareholder Votes

JACK IN THE BOX INC shareholders approved Consideration and approval of an advisory (non-binding) resolution regarding executive compensation at the 2023-03-03 meeting.

“Proposals (2), (3), and (4) were approved”
Shareholder Votes

JACK IN THE BOX INC shareholders approved Ratification of the appointment of KPMG LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accountants for the fiscal year ending October 1, 2023 at the 2023-03-03 meeting.

“Proposals (2), (3), and (4) were approved”
Shareholder Votes

JACK IN THE BOX INC shareholders approved Election of the nine members of the board of directors at the 2023-03-03 meeting.

“voted upon at the meeting, which are more fully described in the Company's proxy statement, were as follows: (1) Election of the nine members of the board of directors; (2) Ratification of the appointment of KPMG LLP as the Company’s independent”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported first quarter fiscal 2023 results: revenue $527.1 million, net income $53.3 million, EPS $2.54.

“Company-Wide Performance First quarter diluted earnings per share was $2.54. Operating Earnings Per Share (3) , a non-GAAP measure, was $2.01 in the first quarter of fiscal 2023 compared with $1.97 in the prior year quarter. In addition to the $0.23 positive impact from the Hawaii transaction, this also included a one-time negative litigation impact of $0.22. Total revenues increased 52.9% to $527.1 million, compared to $344.7 million in the prior year quarter. Net earnings increased to $53.3 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2023, compared with $39.3 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2022.”

Dawn E. Hooper was appointed as interim principal financial officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“Effective immediately, Dawn E. Hooper, the Company’s Vice President of Financial Reporting and Controller, shall serve as the Company’s interim principal financial officer until the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) appoints a successor Chief Financial Officer.”

Tim Mullany departed as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“On December 12, 2022, Jack in the Box Inc. (the “Company”) announced that Tim Mullany, the Company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be leaving the Company effective February 2, 2023.”
Earnings Releases

JACK IN THE BOX INC reported fourth quarter fiscal 2022 results: revenue $402.8 million, net income $45.9 million, EPS $2.17.

“Fourth quarter diluted earnings per share was $2.17. Operating Earnings Per Share (4) , a non-GAAP measure, was $1.33 in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022 compared with $1.73 in the prior year quarter. Fourth quarter operating EPS was negatively impacted by the 53rd week in 2021 by $0.12. Total revenues increased 44.6% to $402.8 million, compared to $278.5 million in the prior year quarter. Net earnings increased to $45.9 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022, compared with $38.9 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021.”

Guillermo Diaz, Jr. was appointed as member of the Board at JACK IN THE BOX INC.

“appointed Guillermo Diaz, Jr. as a member of the Board, effective September 26, 2022”

Facts are extracted by an LLM and gated to those whose source quote is present verbatim in the filing text. Coverage is best-effort while backfill and monitoring mature; this is not yet a full-market index. See methodology.