Domino's Pizza Stock Has Essentially Gone Nowhere for 5 Years. Is It Finally Time to Buy?

After a monster run in the 2010s, Domino's Pizza (NASDAQ: DPZ) hasn't delivered much over the last half-decade. Including dividends, the pizza delivery specialist's five-year total return is roughly 10% -- essentially flat when stacked against inflation -- and quite disappointing when compared against the broader market's gains. Meanwhile, the underlying business has continued to expand its footprint, modernize the brand, and lean into delivery and carryout economics. The question for investors is whether recent progress is enough to turn a sideways stock into an attractive buy.There are some positive signs. Domino's started 2025 with softer U.S. trends, then posted a better second quarter, helped by product introductions, broader distribution on delivery apps, and steady international growth. That improved cadence sets the stage for the rest of the year. But given where the stock trades, it will probably still take more than "better" to make the shares compelling.Image source: Getty Images.Continue reading