Domino’s Pizza, Inc. operates within the food services sector, specifically in the fast-food and pizza-delivery segment, with its shares listed on the Nasdaq under the primary ticker DPZ. The company’s corporate origins trace back to founders Tom Monaghan and James Monaghan, initially driven by the expansion of a small pizza shop and the ambition to develop a standardized, fast-delivery operating model.
Its portfolio of products and services includes pizzas offered in multiple formats and crust types, side items, desserts, beverages, and both delivery and carryout services. Digital channels, online ordering systems, and technology-driven logistics solutions form a material component of the company’s commercial operations.
The company operates on a global scale, with a presence in more than 90 countries and a network comprising tens of thousands of stores, including both company-owned and franchised units. Domino’s serves consumers across urban and suburban regions, with significant exposure in markets such as the United States, the United Kingdom, India, Australia, and Japan.
Key market drivers include rising demand for convenience and digital channels, fluctuations in input costs, intense competition within the fast-food industry, food-safety regulations, and labor-related requirements. Performance is also influenced by innovation in ordering technology, logistics optimization, and adaptation to evolving consumer trends.
Operational scale encompasses millions of customers served globally, an extensive retail footprint, and a mature franchise structure. Its international reach supports logistical efficiency, process standardization, and sustained production capacity across geographies.
The operational structure consists of the corporate headquarters in Ann Arbor Township, Michigan, supply-chain distribution centers, company-owned stores, international franchise units, and specialized teams across supply chain, technology, operations, and commercial expansion. Management integrates product development, end-to-end logistics, and technical support for franchisees.
Domino’s operating model is based on standardized procedures, integrated supply-chain logistics, digital sales channels, regional production centers, and franchisee support systems. Administrative and operational structures are organized into domestic and international divisions.
The company’s primary trading symbol is DPZ on the Nasdaq.
History and Foundation
Domino’s was founded in 1960 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, with the acquisition of a small pizza shop that marked the start of a business model centered on rapid pizza delivery. Early growth was driven by local expansion and the establishment of standardized production processes.During its initial years, the company faced challenges related to building out logistics, standardizing recipes, and developing a scalable operational model. Early achievements included steady customer-base expansion and the opening of additional stores within the region.
Expansion accelerated through the adoption of a franchise system, entry into international markets, menu diversification, and modernization of logistics operations. Technological advancements in digital ordering subsequently became a core pillar of the company’s long-term strategy.
Historical milestones include its 2004 initial public offering (IPO), the strengthening of its global franchise network, modernization of distribution centers, and deployment of advanced order-management and operational technologies.
Between 2020 and 2024, the company implemented strategic adjustments in response to shifts in consumer behavior, growth of digital channels, enhanced delivery systems, and reinforcement of its global franchise base. Recent market dynamics also included cost pressures, executive-level restructuring, and heightened competitive intensity across the quick-service restaurant (QSR) sector.
Additional Information
The Company Domino's Pizza Inc. (United States), is listed on NYSE with a market value of $ 14.46 Billions, having an equity of $ -3.96 Billions.
With a total of 13.500 employees, the company is listed in the sector of Consumer Discretionary Products and categorized in industry of Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 4.85 Billions, which generated a profit in the amount of $ 589.50 Millions.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 24.53, a P/BV ratio of -3.65 and in the last 12 months the dividend yield of DPZ was at 1.64%.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker DPZ.