
Brinker International (EAT) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Brinker International (EAT) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Brinker International Inc. has demonstrated impressive operational performance, with Chili's achieving a year-over-year same-store sales (SSS) growth of approximately 25%, bolstered by a 16% increase in customer traffic. The company also experienced a significant expansion in restaurant labor margins, increasing by around 415 basis points, alongside a more than 100% rise in adjusted earnings per share (EPS) and a further de-levered balance sheet. Moving forward, the company anticipates continued margin expansion of 30-40 basis points in fiscal year 2026, supported by strong sales leverage and sustained double-digit traffic growth.
Bears say
Brinker International faces a negative outlook primarily due to concerns surrounding its revenue generation and potential margin pressures, as indicated by an estimated EBITDA that is 10% lower than previous fiscal year projections. The company's reliance on the Chili's segment for maximum revenue could pose risks given an evolving consumer spending environment, which may impact sales performance and industry trends. Furthermore, despite introducing EPS guidance for FY26 that exceeds consensus expectations, the emphasis on comparatively modest same-store sales growth (MSD%) raises concerns about the sustainability of revenue growth amid competitive pressures.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Brinker International and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Brinker International (EAT) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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