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Papa John's (PZZA) Up 17% in 3 Months: More Room to Run?
by Zacks Equity Research
Papa John's (PZZA) focus on digital initiatives and product innovations bode well. However, high operating costs and debt levels are a concern.
Starbucks (SBUX) Spruces Up Menu With New Winter Items
by Zacks Equity Research
Starbucks (SBUX) launches new winter menu with non-dairy and vegetarian options.
McDonald's (MCD) to Spruce Up Menu With Chicken Sandwiches
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) continues to focus on menu innovation to attract customers. The company is planning to add three crispy chicken sandwiches to its menu next month.
Chipotle (CMG) Spruces Up Menu With Four New Lifestyle Bowls
by Zacks Equity Research
Chipotle (CMG) launches Cilantro-Lime Cauliflower Rice across restaurants in Canada and the United States. The limited time offer also includes variations across its Lifestyle Bowls.
McDonald's or Starbucks: Which Stock is More Appetizing?
by Mrithunjoy Kaushik
The restaurant industry continues to evolve its operations to survive the pandemic. Notably, an increased focus on the off-premise business and technology-driven initiatives bodes well.
Here's Why You Should Retain McDonald's (MCD) Stock Now
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) is likely to benefit from robust strong drive-thru and delivery sales, menu innovation, expansion efforts and strong brand recognition.
Starbucks (SBUX) Up 20% YTD: Can the Rally Continue in 2021?
by Zacks Equity Research
Starbucks (SBUX) is benefiting from robust digitalization, store expansion efforts and sales building efforts. However, decline in margin and high debt remain concerns.
Darden (DRI) Up 56% in 6 Months: Can the Rally Continue in 2021?
by Zacks Equity Research
Darden's (DRI) robust online sales continue to drive its performance. However, dismal same-restaurant sales and coronavirus woes linger.
Is Restaurant Brands (QSR) Poised for a Turnaround in 2021?
by Zacks Equity Research
Restaurant Brands' (QSR) increased focus on digital efforts and loyalty program bodes well. However, soft comps and decline in traffic due to the pandemic remain concerns.
YUM! Brands (YUM) Up 27% in 6 Months: Will the Rally Continue?
by Zacks Equity Research
Yum! Brands' (YUM) increased focus on global expansion initiatives and digital efforts bode well.
Red Robin (RRBG) Stock Up 45% in 3 Months: More Upside Left?
by Zacks Equity Research
Red Robin's (RRGB) efforts to improve sales through expanding seating capacity along with strong off-premise sales through carryout and third-party delivery services bode well.
Yum China (YUMC) Stock up 20% YTD: Will the Rally Continue?
by Zacks Equity Research
Yum China's (YUMC) continuous focus on menu innovation and unit expansion bodes well. However, dismal traffic due to the coronavirus pandemic is a concern.
New Strong Buy Stocks for December 24th
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Here are 5 stocks added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List today:
4 Restaurant Stocks to Play a Likely Turnaround in 2021
by Mrithunjoy Kaushik
Although the restaurant industry is grappling with the coronavirus outbreak, restaurant stocks like JACK, RUTH, FAT and STKS have impressive 2021 earnings growth projections.
Brinker (EAT) Soars 141% in 6 Months: Can the Rally Continue?
by Zacks Equity Research
Brinker (EAT) ambitious expansion plans along with its sales building, digital, operational and remodeling initiatives have been driving performance.
Chipotle (CMG) Stock up 70% YTD: Will the Rally Continue?
by Zacks Equity Research
Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG) is likely to benefit from digital efforts, loyalty program and menu innovation. However, dismal traffic due to the coronavirus pandemic is a concern.
4 Restaurant Stocks to Watch as Vaccine Rollout Begins
by Zacks Equity Research
Vaccine rollout should allow dine-in to resume in restaurants with online delivery expected to sustain, making it prudent to keep an eye on names like Brinker International (EAT) and McDonald's (MCD)
Why Is Jack In The Box (JACK) Down 0.1% Since Last Earnings Report?
by Zacks Equity Research
Jack In The Box (JACK) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.
Darden (DRI) Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss
by Zacks Equity Research
Darden's (DRI) second-quarter fiscal 2021 results reflect negative impact of dismal blended same-restaurant sales.
Brinker (EAT) Provides Q2 Business Update, Withdraws Guidance
by Zacks Equity Research
Brinker's (EAT) fiscal second-quarter segmental comps were negatively impacted by dining room closures and capacity restrictions due to rise in COVID-19 cases.
Here's How Darden (DRI) Looks Just Ahead of Q2 Earnings
by Zacks Equity Research
Darden's (DRI) fiscal second-quarter top line is likely to reflect dismal segmental performances owing to a decline in traffic due to social-distancing protocols.
Dave & Buster's (PLAY) Posts Narrower-Than-Expected Q3 Loss
by Zacks Equity Research
Dave & Buster's (PLAY) results in third-quarter fiscal 2020 reflect the impact of surge in COVID-19 cases along with operating restrictions.
Starbucks (SBUX) Hikes Long-term Guidance, Shares Rise
by Zacks Equity Research
Starbucks (SBUX) comparable store sales will benefit from investment in retail store partners and robust digitalization.
Here's Why Investors Should Retain Cracker Barrel (CBRL) Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Cracker Barrel's (CBRL) increased focus on menu innovation, marketing strategies and robust off-premise sales bode well.
4 Restaurant Stocks in Good Shape Despite the COVID-19 Pandemic
by Mrithunjoy Kaushik
Although the restaurant industry is grappling with the coronavirus outbreak, restaurant stocks like EAT, DRI, JACK and FRGI have surged in the past six months.