Markets· August 16, 2026 at 08:30 p.m.
Brinker International Reports Mixed Q4 Results, Boosts FY27 Outlook
Key takeaways
- Brinker International's stock rallied due to strong performance by Chili's
- Chili's comparable sales rose 5.6% in Q4, while Maggiano's fell 2.5%
- Brinker expects adjusted earnings of $12.60 to $13.40 per share for FY27
Brinker International, Inc., the parent company of Chili's, reported mixed fiscal fourth-quarter results but issued a stronger-than-expected fiscal 2027 outlook. The company's stock rallied due to elevated short interest and a strong performance by Chili's. Brinker's adjusted earnings were $3.07 per share, narrowly missing the analyst estimate of $3.09. Total revenue rose to $1.536 billion from $1.462 billion a year earlier, edging past the $1.534 billion estimate.
