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Darden Restaurants Approves Special Equity Grant for CEO

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  • Darden Restaurants approved a $17 million equity grant for CEO Ricardo Cardenas.
  • Shareholders elected directors, approved compensation, ratified KPMG, and rejected an emissions proposal.
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Darden Restaurants Approves Special Equity Grant for CEO

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Darden Restaurants ( (DRI) ) has provided an update.

On September 17, 2025, Darden Restaurants‘ Board approved a special equity grant for CEO Ricardo Cardenas, consisting of performance stock units with a target value of $17 million, set to vest in 2030 based on the company’s shareholder return relative to the S&P 500. Additionally, during the annual shareholder meeting held on the same day, nine directors were elected, executive compensation was approved, KPMG was ratified as the auditor, and a proposal on greenhouse gas emission targets was rejected.

The most recent analyst rating on (DRI) stock is a Hold with a $200.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Darden Restaurants stock, see the DRI Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on DRI Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, DRI is a Outperform.

Darden Restaurants’ overall stock score is driven by strong financial performance and positive earnings call outcomes, highlighting robust growth and strategic initiatives. However, technical analysis indicates short-term bearish momentum, and the high P/E ratio suggests a premium valuation. Despite these challenges, the company’s solid fundamentals and positive outlook support a favorable long-term investment perspective.

To see Spark’s full report on DRI stock, click here.

More about Darden Restaurants

Darden Restaurants, Inc. operates in the restaurant industry, primarily focusing on the development and management of full-service dining establishments. The company is known for its diverse portfolio of restaurant brands, including Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, catering to a wide range of culinary preferences and market segments.

Average Trading Volume: 1,266,978

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: $24.34B

Find detailed analytics on DRI stock on TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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