Analysts anticipate Brinker International to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.58.
Anticipation surrounds Brinker International's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
Past Earnings Performance
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.16, which was followed by a 5.99% drop in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Brinker International's past performance and the resulting price change:
Quarter
Q1 2026
Q4 2025
Q3 2025
Q2 2025
EPS Estimate
1.77
2.45
2.57
1.86
EPS Actual
1.93
2.49
2.66
2.80
Price Change %
-6.00
0.00
-2.00
2.00
Performance of Brinker International Shares
Shares of Brinker International were trading at $157.4 as of January 26. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 11.81%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release.
Analyst Observations about Brinker International
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding Brinker International.
The consensus rating for Brinker International is Outperform, derived from 17 analyst ratings. An average one-year price target of $168.82 implies a potential 7.26% upside.
Peer Ratings Overview
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