Morgan Stanley analyst Brian Harbour has maintained their bullish stance on TXRH stock, giving a Buy rating on August 8.
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Brian Harbour’s rating is based on a combination of factors that suggest a stable outlook for Texas Roadhouse. The company reported a solid same-store sales growth of 5.8% in the second quarter, surpassing market expectations. Despite this, earnings were slightly impacted by beef inflation, which is expected to increase further in the fiscal year. However, labor productivity gains have partially offset these cost pressures, contributing positively to the company’s performance.
Looking ahead, Texas Roadhouse is expected to maintain its growth trajectory, with positive traffic and pricing trends. The company is also exploring accelerated growth opportunities at its Bubba’s 33 and Jaggers locations, which could bolster its long-term prospects. Despite some short-term challenges, such as commodity inflation, the overall outlook remains positive, justifying the Buy rating and maintaining a price target of $205.
Harbour covers the Consumer Cyclical sector, focusing on stocks such as Chipotle, Jack In The Box, and McDonald’s. According to TipRanks, Harbour has an average return of 0.7% and a 51.66% success rate on recommended stocks.
In another report released on August 8, BTIG also reiterated a Buy rating on the stock with a $200.00 price target.