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Darden Restaurants (DRI)
NYSE:DRI
Earnings Data
Report Date
Mar 19, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q3)Consensus EPS Forecast
2.95Last Year’s EPS
2.8Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 21 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflected a strong performance with notable growth in same restaurant sales, successful promotions, and expansion efforts. However, challenges with commodity and labor costs impacted margins, particularly in the fine dining segment. Despite these challenges, the overall sentiment remains positive due to strong sales growth and operational execution.Company Guidance
Strong Same Restaurant Sales Growth
Each segment delivered positive same restaurant sales, with Olive Garden at 4.7%, LongHorn Steakhouse at 5.9%, and other segments also showing growth. Industry outperformance was noted, with same restaurant sales exceeding the industry benchmark by 300 basis points.
Expansion and New Openings
Darden opened 17 new restaurants during the quarter, contributing an additional 40 operating weeks versus the plan. The company is on pace to exceed planned openings for the fiscal year.
Olive Garden Promotions Success
The Never Ending Pasta Bowl promotion was successful, driving positive same restaurant sales. Olive Garden also saw a double-digit increase in affordability perceptions from guests ordering from the lighter portions menu.
Record Guest Satisfaction Scores
Darden achieved record or near-record guest satisfaction scores across all brands, attributed to strong operational execution.
Financial Performance
Darden generated $3.1 billion in total sales, a 7% increase year-over-year. Adjusted earnings per share grew 2.5% compared to last year, and $396 million was returned to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.
DRI 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
DRI Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Dec 18, 2025 | $189.53 | $192.88 | +1.77% |
Sep 18, 2025 | $207.11 | $191.19 | -7.69% |
Jun 20, 2025 | $219.42 | $222.41 | +1.36% |
Mar 20, 2025 | $184.02 | $194.64 | +5.77% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
FAQ
When does Darden Restaurants (DRI) report earnings?
Darden Restaurants (DRI) is schdueled to report earning on Mar 19, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Darden Restaurants (DRI) earnings time?
Darden Restaurants (DRI) earnings time is at Mar 19, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is DRI EPS forecast?
DRI EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q3) is 2.95.
