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Jersey Mike's Files Confidential IPO with SEC, Targets $12 Billion Valuation

other · 2026-04-20

Jersey Mike's Subs has submitted a confidential application for an IPO to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, aiming for a valuation of no less than $12 billion and planning to go public in Q3. The deal is being advised by Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase, and Jefferies Financial Group. The company intends to raise upwards of $1 billion, although these figures may change. Last year, Blackstone purchased a majority share in Jersey Mike's for approximately $8 billion. With over 3,000 locations, the chain generated $309.8 million in revenue, marking a 10.6% rise, while net income decreased to $183.6 million. Jersey Mike's also plans to establish 400 outlets in the U.K. and Ireland alongside founder Peter Cancro.

Key facts

  • Jersey Mike's has confidentially filed for an IPO with the SEC
  • Targeting valuation of at least $12 billion
  • Hopes to list as soon as the third quarter
  • Morgan Stanley, JPMorgan Chase, and Jefferies Financial Group are advising
  • Aims to raise upward of $1 billion
  • Blackstone acquired a majority stake early last year for about $8 billion including debt
  • Chain has more than 3,000 locations
  • Second-largest hoagie sandwich chain in the U.S., trailing only Subway

Entities

Institutions

  • Jersey Mike's Subs
  • U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
  • Blackstone
  • Morgan Stanley
  • JPMorgan Chase
  • Jefferies Financial Group
  • Bloomberg
  • Wingstop
  • CNBC
  • Black Rock Coffee Bar

Locations

  • U.S.
  • Jersey Shore
  • Point Pleasant, New Jersey
  • U.K.
  • Ireland

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