Brinker International (EAT)
NYSE:EAT
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EAT Stock Chart & Stats
$158.14
-$0.53(-0.39%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$158.14
-$0.53(-0.39%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$100.30 - $187.12
Previous CloseN/A
Volume174.76K
Average Volume (3M)1.17M
Market Cap
$6.81B
Enterprise Value$7.80B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$57.10M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.75B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.8
Beta0.60
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS Estimate
3.09Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)10.47
Shares Outstanding42,887,790
10 Day Avg. Volume859,063
30 Day Avg. Volume1,167,674
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.14
Price to Book (P/B)21.24
Price to Sales (P/S)1.46
P/FCF Ratio19.05
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.15
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.36
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.95
Enterprise Value/Ebitda9.66
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$191.64Price Target Upside21.18% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)10.76
Revenue Forecast (FY)$5.80B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue & Margin RecoveryBrinker’s recent step-change in top-line and margin performance reflects sustainable operational leverage: stronger revenue growth plus higher EBIT and net margins increase internal funding for reimages, unit growth and shareholder returns while improving resilience to moderate demand swings.
Strong Cash GenerationMaterial free cash flow provides durable financial flexibility to fund reimages, early bond calls, buybacks and unit expansion without relying on equity issuance. Improved cash conversion supports capital allocation and de‑risking of leverage over multiple quarters.
Market Leadership & Brand MomentumStrong brand equity and consistent same‑store growth create durable competitive advantage: higher guest traffic, marketing ROI and scalable product rollouts (e.g., chicken sandwich). Brand strength underpins sustainable unit economics and long‑term market share gains.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageAlthough leverage has improved, a high debt-to-equity ratio and a thin equity base leave limited balance‑sheet cushion. This constrains flexibility during downturns, raises refinancing risk and reduces capacity for large opportunistic investments over the medium term.
Underperforming Maggiano's SegmentMaggiano’s, ~8% of company sales, is a persistent underperformer requiring additional capital and operational focus. Continued weakness can drag consolidated comps and margins, consuming management bandwidth and cash until a credible turnaround takes hold.
Ongoing Cost Inflation & R&M PressureMid‑single‑digit commodity and wage inflation plus catch‑up repair & maintenance spending are structural margin headwinds. Even with pricing and productivity, sustained input cost pressure can compress restaurant margins and slow the pace of durable margin expansion.
Brinker International News
EAT FAQ
What was Brinker International’s price range in the past 12 months?
Brinker International lowest stock price was $100.30 and its highest was $187.12 in the past 12 months.
What is Brinker International’s market cap?
Brinker International’s market cap is $6.81B.
When is Brinker International’s upcoming earnings report date?
Brinker International’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 60 days.
How were Brinker International’s earnings last quarter?
Brinker International released its earnings results on Apr 29, 2026. The company reported $2.9 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.863 by $0.037.
Is Brinker International overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Brinker International’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Brinker International pay dividends?
Brinker International pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.38 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Brinker International dividends here
What is Brinker International’s EPS estimate?
Brinker International’s EPS estimate is 3.09.
How many shares outstanding does Brinker International have?
Brinker International has 42,887,790 shares outstanding.
What happened to Brinker International’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Brinker International reported an EPS of $2.9 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.863. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 14.449%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Brinker International?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in EAT
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Brinker International Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$191.64 (21.18% Upside)
$191.64 (21.18% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
EAT Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 51.9K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $747.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.4%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.0%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-9.71%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
123.43%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.79%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Brinker International
Brinker International, Inc., in collaboration with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the creation, management, and licensing of casual dining establishments across both domestic and international markets. Its business operations are structured around two primary brands: Chili's and Maggiano's. As of June 30, 2021, the company's collective footprint encompassed 1,648 restaurants, which included 1,594 Chili's Grill & Bar locations and 54 Maggiano's Little Italy venues, all either owned, managed, or franchised. Established in 1975, the organization's main corporate office is located in Dallas, Texas.
EAT Company Deck
EAT Earnings Call
Q3 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed broad operational momentum and top‑line strength—Chili's delivered sustained same‑store growth, market share gains, a highly encouraging chicken sandwich launch, EPS upside and active capital deployment—while also acknowledging tangible near‑term headwinds from commodity inflation, repair & maintenance catch‑up, margin pressure, and an underperforming Maggiano's that requires continued turnaround work. Management emphasized continued investments (reimages, technology, staffing optimization) to drive sustainable traffic and margin expansion.View all EAT earnings summariesEAT Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$191.64
▲(21.18% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
1.37% Insiders
37.91% Mutual Funds
24.56% Other Institutional Investors
10.23% Public Companies and
Individual Investors