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Founded in 1968 and based in Orlando, FL, Darden Restaurants is one of the largest casual dining restaurant operators worldwide. The company has operations in the United States and Canada with more than 1,700 restaurants. Beginning fourth-quarter fiscal 2015, the company began reporting its business under four segments: Olive Garden (51.6% of total revenues in fiscal first-quarter 2021), LongHorn Steakhouse (24.7%), Fine Dining (5.4%) and Other Business (18.3%).
Starbucks (SBUX) Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss
by Zacks Equity Research
Starbucks' (SBUX) fiscal second-quarter performance reflects full sales recovery in the United States.
YUM! Brands (YUM) Q1 Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates
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YUM! Brands (YUM) first-quarter performance reflects solid comps growth along with significant uplift in unit development.
Yum China (YUMC) Up as Q1 Earnings & Revenues Top Estimates
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Yum China's (YUMC) first-quarter results reflect robust sales growth and strong operating performance amid challenging market conditions.
Darden Restaurants (DRI) Down 0.6% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Rebound?
by Zacks Equity Research
Darden Restaurants (DRI) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.
BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Stock Up
by Zacks Equity Research
BJ's Restaurants' (BJRI) first-quarter fiscal 2021 results benefit from the easing of capacity restrictions in dining room.
Chipotle (CMG) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Increase Y/Y
by Zacks Equity Research
Chipotle's (CMG) first-quarter results benefit from introduction of new menu items, effective marketing initiatives, strong digital sales and government stimulus funding.
Dave & Buster's (PLAY) Raises Q1 Revenue Guidance, Stock Up
by Zacks Equity Research
Dave & Buster's (PLAY) continues to focus on reopening stores across the country, recovering sales at stores hurt by coronavirus-induced shutdowns.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Darden Restaurants, Jack in the Box and Chuy's Holdings
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Darden Restaurants, Jack in the Box and Chuy's Holdings
Restaurant Sales Jump YoY in March: 5 Solid Stocks to Buy
by Ritujay Ghosh
The restaurant industry is finally showing signs of recovery with both sales and hiring picking up. This has been helping companies like Starbucks (SBUX), Jack In The Box (JACK) and Yum Brands(YUM).
BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) Banks on Digital Efforts, High Costs Ail
by Zacks Equity Research
BJ's Restaurants' (BJRI) focus on digitalization and off-premise business bodes well. However, higher operating costs are a headwind.
4 Stocks to Buy as Restaurant Sales Jump in March
by Kaustav Ghosh
Sales at U.S. bars and restaurants jumped in March signaling an upturn in the restaurant industry, making it a good time to invest in names like Darden Restaurants (DRI) and Starbucks (SBUX)
Domino's (DPZ) Boosts Contactless Delivery With Nuro R2 Launch
by Zacks Equity Research
Domino's (DPZ) unveils contactless and autonomous food delivery services in Houston.
Darden (DRI) Stock Surges 45% in 6 Months: Crosses Industry Mark
by Zacks Equity Research
Darden (DRI) is benefiting from Cheddar's business model transformation, robust earnings surprise history, sales building efforts and strong liquidity.
McDonald's (MCD) Rides on Robust Delivery, Expansion Efforts
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McDonald's (MCD) is benefiting from increased focus on drive-thru, delivery & take-away, menu innovation and expansion strategy.
Yum China (YUMC) Banks on Expansion Efforts, High Costs Ail
by Zacks Equity Research
Yum China's (YUMC) focus on expansion and remodelling efforts bodes well. However, dismal traffic owing to the pandemic is a concern.
Wendy's (WEN) Banks on Expansion Efforts, Traffic Dismal
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Wendy's (WEN) focus on digitization and Breakfast daypart offerings bode well. However, dismal traffic owing to the pandemic remain concerns.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Camping World Holdings, Darden Restaurants, ABM Industries, Cross Country Healthcare and TTEC Holdings
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Camping World Holdings, Darden Restaurants, ABM Industries, Cross Country Healthcare and TTEC Holdings
5 Stocks to Gain From Sharp Pick-Up in Service Sector Activity
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
With U.S. service providers seeing the fastest growth on record in March, investing in stocks like Darden Restaurants (DRI), ABM Industries (ABM) & TeleTech Holdings (TTEC) seems prudent.
5 Top-Rated Stocks to Ride a Blockbuster Jobs Report
by Tirthankar Chakraborty
The labor market has added jobs at a strong clip so far this year and is also poised to strengthen. Thus, investing in stocks like Kforce (KFRC) & KB Home (KBH) seems prudent. Here's why -
Can Darden Restaurants (DRI) Run Higher on Rising Earnings Estimates?
by Zacks Equity Research
Darden Restaurants (DRI) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.
Jack in the Box (JACK) Outruns Industry, Rises 18% YTD
by Zacks Equity Research
Jack in the Box (JACK) is benefiting from robust comps growth, menu innovation and strong digitalization.
Wingstop (WING) Stock Up on Robust Q1 Preliminary Comps
by Zacks Equity Research
Wingstop's (WING) first-quarter fiscal 2021 domestic same store sales increase 20.7% year over year or 30.6% on a two-year basis.
Dave & Buster's (PLAY) Posts Narrower-Than-Expected Q4 Loss
by Zacks Equity Research
Dave & Buster's (PLAY) results in fourth-quarter fiscal 2020 reflect the impact of the pandemic-induced operating restrictions. However, optimism regarding business recovery prevails.
Here's Why Momentum Investors Will Love Darden Restaurants (DRI)
by Zacks Equity Research
Does Darden Restaurants (DRI) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
Yum! Brands (YUM) Pizza Hut Unveils The Hut Lane Across Stores
by Zacks Equity Research
Yum! Brands' (YUM) Pizza Hut launches pick-up initiative to boost safety and convenience for digital orders amid the pandemic