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Cheesecake Factory (CAKE)
NASDAQ:CAKE
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 13, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.01Last Year’s EPS
0.93Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 15 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a generally positive picture: record annual results (revenues, adjusted EBITDA, EPS) alongside strong concept-level performance (notably Flower Child and FRC), continued unit growth, healthy liquidity and expanded shareholder returns. Offsetting risks included comparable sales declines at the core Cheesecake Factory and North Italia, mix headwinds from new lower-price menu items, one-time impairment and gift card-related charges, weather disruptions and a near-term debt maturity. Management provided constructive 2026 development and financial assumptions and indicated confidence in operational execution and digital investments.Company Guidance
Record Annual Financial Performance
Fiscal 2025 total revenues of $3.75 billion, up 5% year-over-year; adjusted diluted EPS increased 10% to $3.77; record adjusted EBITDA of $354 million.
Solid Q4 Revenue and EPS
Q4 total revenues of $961.6 million (including $17.3M gift card breakage) and adjusted diluted EPS of $1.00, with adjusted net income margin of 5.1%, finishing toward the higher end of expectations.
Improving Restaurant-Level Margins
Adjusted restaurant-level profit margin at The Cheesecake Factory increased 60 bps year-over-year to 17.6%; mature North Italia and Flower Child recorded ~17.5% restaurant margins in Q4, with Flower Child full-year mature margin at 18.5%.
Unit Growth and Development Momentum
Opened 25 new restaurants in 2025 (~7% unit growth); Q4 opened 7 restaurants; company expects to open up to 26 restaurants in 2026 (including 6 Cheesecake Factory, 6–7 North Italia, 6–7 Flower Child, 7 FRC).
Strong Brand & Concept Performance — Flower Child and FRC
Flower Child Q4 comparable sales +4% (2-year comp +15%) with Q4 annualized AUV $4.3M and FY AUV $4.6M; Other FRC sales up 17% year-over-year and FRC new openings showing >$8.7M annualized AUV.
Off-Premise and AUVs
Adjusted annualized AUVs: Cheesecake $12.2M Q4; North Italia $7.6M Q4 (some newly opened North Italia averaged >$9M); off-premise mix improved to 22% of sales and delivery represents ~10% of total sales.
Capital Allocation & Liquidity Strength
Returned >$206M to shareholders in 2025 (Q4 returned $24M via $11.2M buybacks and $12.8M dividends); increased repurchase authorization and raised quarterly dividend; ending liquidity ~$582.2M (cash $215.7M, revolver availability ~$366.5M).
Loyalty & Digital Investments
Meaningful progress in Cheesecake Rewards membership and engagement; dedicated rewards app planned for Q2 to deepen engagement and digital capabilities.
CAKE Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
CAKE Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 18, 2026 | $64.07 | $62.42 | -2.58% |
Oct 28, 2025 | $54.02 | $50.10 | -7.25% |
Jul 29, 2025 | $62.55 | $65.80 | +5.21% |
Apr 30, 2025 | $49.61 | $47.44 | -4.39% |
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FAQ
When does Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) report earnings?
Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) is schdueled to report earning on May 13, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) earnings time?
Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) earnings time is at May 13, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is CAKE EPS forecast?
CAKE EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 1.01.
