Darden backs FY26 adjusted EPS view $10.50-$10.70, consensus $10.59

Raises FY26 total sales growth view to 8.5% to 9.3%, including approximately 2% growth related to the 53rd week vs. prior view of growth of 7.5% to 8.5%; Raises FY26 SSS growth view to 3.5%-4.3% from prior 2.5%-3.5%; New restaurant openings of 65 to 70 vs. prior view of about 65; Total inflation of approximately 3.5% vs. prior view 3%-3.5%; An effective tax rate of approximately 13%.