Brinker International (EAT) Projected to Post Earnings on Wednesday

Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) is projected to release its Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Wednesday, January 28th. Analysts expect Brinker International to post earnings of $2.51 per share and revenue of $1.4069 billion for the quarter. Brinker International has set its FY 2026 guidance at 9.900-10.50 EPS. Interested persons are encouraged to explore the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning overview page for the latest details on the call scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET.

Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, October 29th. The restaurant operator reported $1.93 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.76 by $0.17. Brinker International had a return on equity of 164.66% and a net margin of 7.94%.The business had revenue of $1.35 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.32 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $0.95 earnings per share. The company’s revenue was up 18.5% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts expect Brinker International to post $8 EPS for the current fiscal year and $9 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Brinker International Stock Performance

EAT opened at $162.55 on Monday. The company has a market cap of $7.22 billion, a P/E ratio of 16.86, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.25 and a beta of 1.34. The company has a quick ratio of 0.29, a current ratio of 0.35 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.53. The firm’s 50-day moving average price is $148.66 and its 200-day moving average price is $144.16. Brinker International has a 52-week low of $100.30 and a 52-week high of $192.21.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Allworth Financial LP lifted its holdings in Brinker International by 58.5% in the third quarter. Allworth Financial LP now owns 225 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $28,000 after acquiring an additional 83 shares during the period. CIBC Private Wealth Group LLC increased its holdings in shares of Brinker International by 342.5% during the 3rd quarter. CIBC Private Wealth Group LLC now owns 1,394 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $177,000 after purchasing an additional 1,079 shares in the last quarter. CIBC Bancorp USA Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Brinker International during the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $598,000. Danske Bank A S acquired a new position in shares of Brinker International in the 3rd quarter valued at $2,446,000. Finally, Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd purchased a new stake in Brinker International during the third quarter worth $25,000.

Brinker International News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Brinker International this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Morgan Stanley moved EAT to “Overweight,” increasing institutional support and signaling stronger conviction in the name. Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) Raised to “Overweight” at Morgan Stanley
• Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo raised its price target to $200 and kept an “overweight” rating — a sizable upside from current levels that can attract buyers. Benzinga coverage of Wells Fargo price target raise
• Positive Sentiment: Raymond James upgraded EAT to “Outperform,” adding another supportive analyst view that may boost demand. Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) Raised to Outperform at Raymond James Financial
• Positive Sentiment: Zacks highlights Brinker as a strong growth stock based on style scores and sales momentum — positive narrative for growth-oriented investors. Here’s Why Brinker International (EAT) is a Strong Growth Stock
• Positive Sentiment: Industry coverage names Brinker among resilient restaurant operators with sales growth and digital/menu initiatives, supporting investor interest in the sector. 3 Restaurant Stocks Showing Growth Potential Amid Industry Turbulence
• Neutral Sentiment: TD Cowen began coverage of Brinker, increasing analyst attention; impact depends on published rating and research depth. TD Cowen Begins Coverage on Brinker International (NYSE:EAT)
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks and other previews outline key metrics to watch for the Q2 report (same-store sales, Chili’s mix, labor/commodity costs) — informative but not directional until results. Brinker International (EAT) Q2 Earnings on the Horizon: Analysts’ Insights on Key Performance Measures
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks notes EAT is attracting investor attention and may experience higher volume/volatility as coverage and ratings roll in. Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks suggests using its Earnings ESP tool to identify potential quarterly surprises, a tactical note for traders ahead of the report. Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Retail and Wholesale Stocks Now
• Negative Sentiment: Q2 previews flag Maggiano’s softness and cost pressures that could compress margins even if revenue grows — a key downside risk for the quarter and near-term guidance. What Should You Expect From Brinker International’s Q2 Earnings?

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

A number of equities research analysts have recently weighed in on EAT shares. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their price objective on shares of Brinker International from $155.00 to $160.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, December 11th. Raymond James Financial raised Brinker International from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $195.00 price target for the company in a research report on Wednesday, January 21st. Bank of America upgraded Brinker International from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and boosted their price target for the company from $190.00 to $192.00 in a research note on Monday, October 6th. Citigroup raised their price objective on Brinker International from $176.00 to $187.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Friday, January 9th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “hold (c+)” rating on shares of Brinker International in a report on Monday, December 29th. Thirteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $184.72.

Brinker International Company Profile

Brinker International, Inc (NYSE: EAT) is a leading global operator of casual dining restaurants. The company’s portfolio is anchored by its flagship Chili’s® Grill & Bar concept and Maggiano’s® Little Italy full‐service restaurants, offering a range of American‐style menu items, handcrafted cocktails and family‐friendly dining experiences. Through dine‐in, takeout, delivery and catering services, Brinker seeks to meet consumer preferences across multiple channels.

The Chili’s brand features signature items such as baby back ribs, burgers and fajitas alongside a rotating selection of limited‐time offerings and seasonal beverages.