Brinker International Reports Revenue and Net Income Growth for Thirteen and Thirty-Nine Week Periods

Brinker International, Inc. reported a notable increase in financial performance for the thirteen and thirty-nine week periods ended March 25, 2026, compared to the same periods in the previous fiscal year. Total revenues reached $1,470.2 million for the thirteen-week period, up from $1,425.1 million, and $4,271.6 million for the thirty-nine-week period, compared to $3,922.3 million. The company’s net income also saw an increase, rising to $127.9 million for the thirteen-week period from $119.1 million, and to $355.9 million for the thirty-nine-week period from $276.1 million. Basic net income per share improved to $2.96 for the thirteen-week period and $8.09 for the thirty-nine-week period, reflecting a year-over-year increase.

The company attributed its revenue growth to several factors, including a 3.3% increase in comparable restaurant sales for company-owned locations and a 10.8% increase in company sales for the thirty-nine-week period. The increase in franchise revenues was also significant, rising to $41.9 million for the thirty-nine-week period from $35.9 million, primarily due to higher royalties. However, the company faced challenges, particularly in the Maggiano’s segment, where revenues decreased by 11.1% for the thirteen-week period, driven by lower traffic and unfavorable restaurant closures.

Operationally, Brinker International owned, operated, or franchised a total of 1,632 restaurants as of March 25, 2026, which included 1,162 company-owned and 470 franchised locations. The company opened 25 new restaurants during the thirty-nine-week period, with 20 of those being franchise openings. The company’s strategic focus on enhancing customer experience through digital initiatives and menu simplification has been a key driver in improving customer engagement and operational efficiency.

In terms of financial health, Brinker reported cash and cash equivalents of $57.1 million as of March 25, 2026, up from $18.9 million at the end of the previous fiscal year. The company’s total assets increased to $2,772.3 million, compared to $2,678.6 million, while total liabilities remained relatively stable. The company also continued its share repurchase program, repurchasing 2.5 million shares for $343.4 million during the thirty-nine-week period, with approximately $207.0 million remaining under the current authorization.

Looking ahead, Brinker International expressed confidence in its operational strategies and financial position, indicating that current cash reserves and cash generated from operations, along with available credit, will be sufficient to meet capital expenditure and working capital needs for at least the next twelve months. The company remains focused on expanding its restaurant footprint and enhancing customer experiences to drive future growth.