Michaela Ware Sells 3,030 Shares of Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) Stock

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) EVP Michaela Ware sold 3,030 shares of Brinker International stock in a transaction on Tuesday, September 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $233.48, for a total transaction of $707,444.40. Following the completion of the transaction, the executive vice president owned 17,494 shares in the company, valued at $4,084,499.12. This trade represents a 14.76% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this link.

Brinker International Stock Down 1.0%

EAT stock opened at $228.79 on Friday. The stock has a market capitalization of $9.55 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.01, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.19 and a beta of 1.25. The company has a 50-day moving average of $208.69 and a two-hundred day moving average of $168.10. Brinker International, Inc. has a 52-week low of $100.30 and a 52-week high of $254.99. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.95, a current ratio of 0.45 and a quick ratio of 0.40.

Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, August 12th. The restaurant operator reported $3.07 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $3.09 by ($0.02). The business had revenue of $1.54 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.53 billion. Brinker International had a return on equity of 122.35% and a net margin of 8.39%.Brinker International’s revenue for the quarter was up 5.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted $2.30 EPS. Brinker International has set its FY 2027 guidance at 12.600-13.400 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts anticipate that Brinker International, Inc. will post 13.22 EPS for the current year.

Brinker International News Summary

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

• Positive Sentiment: Growth and operating momentum remain supportive. Zacks cited Chili’s traffic gains, menu initiatives, stronger margins and solid growth characteristics as reasons investors may continue to favor Brinker. The company is also included among stocks viewed as having growth potential at reasonable valuations under the GARP strategy. EAT Surges 69% in 3 Months: Is the Stock Still Attractive?
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst sentiment and momentum screens remain favorable. Zacks identified EAT as a strong momentum stock and highlighted its growth attributes. Brinker also appeared in lists of restaurant stocks that have gained more than 50% but may still benefit from improving earnings, margins and operations. Here’s Why Brinker International is a Strong Momentum Stock
• Neutral Sentiment: Recent financial results were mixed but generally resilient. Quarterly revenue increased 5.1% year over year to $1.54 billion, exceeding expectations, while earnings per share of $3.07 narrowly missed the $3.09 consensus. Fiscal 2027 EPS guidance is $12.60 to $13.40, supporting the growth narrative but leaving execution important at the current valuation.
• Negative Sentiment: Valuation concerns could limit additional upside. Seeking Alpha downgraded Brinker to Sell, arguing that slowing growth and an expanding earnings multiple leave less room for error after the stock’s substantial rally. Brinker: Slowing Growth And Expanding Multiple Prompts A Downgrade To Sell
• Negative Sentiment: Insider selling adds a cautionary signal. Executive Vice President Michaela Ware sold 3,030 shares for approximately $707,000, reducing her direct stake by 14.76%. The transaction does not necessarily indicate a change in fundamentals, but it may reinforce profit-taking concerns following the sharp advance. Top Brinker International Executive Makes Attention-Grabbing Stock Move

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

EAT has been the subject of a number of research reports. Stephens increased their price target on shares of Brinker International from $220.00 to $300.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, August 13th. Bank of America upped their price objective on shares of Brinker International from $224.00 to $310.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Friday, August 14th. DA Davidson increased their target price on shares of Brinker International from $160.00 to $260.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, August 13th. Piper Sandler lifted their target price on Brinker International from $166.00 to $240.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Monday, August 17th. Finally, Robert W. Baird started coverage on Brinker International in a research note on Monday, August 24th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $325.00 price target on the stock. Sixteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and seven have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $243.80.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Brinker International

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of EAT. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd bought a new position in shares of Brinker International during the 3rd quarter worth about $25,000. Transamerica Financial Advisors LLC increased its stake in Brinker International by 570.4% in the fourth quarter. Transamerica Financial Advisors LLC now owns 181 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $26,000 after acquiring an additional 154 shares during the period. Allworth Financial LP raised its position in Brinker International by 58.5% in the third quarter. Allworth Financial LP now owns 225 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $28,000 after purchasing an additional 83 shares in the last quarter. Kilter Group LLC acquired a new position in Brinker International in the second quarter worth about $35,000. Finally, Global Retirement Partners LLC lifted its stake in Brinker International by 1,233.3% during the fourth quarter. Global Retirement Partners LLC now owns 360 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $52,000 after purchasing an additional 333 shares during the period.

About Brinker International

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.