Papa John's expects 2008 profit of $1.68-$1.76/shr

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 6 (Reuters) - Papa John's International Inc (PZZA.O) said on Thursday it expects earnings per share of $1.68 to $1.76 for 2008, with consolidated revenue rising in the range of 10 percent to 15 percent.

Including the impact of consolidation of results from a franchisee-owned cheese purchasing company, Papa John's said earnings would be $1.56 to $1.60 per share. (Reporting by Scott Hillis; Editing by Gary Hill)