Brinker International, Inc. reported a significant increase in financial performance for the fiscal year ending June 24, 2026, with total revenues reaching $5.81 billion, up from $5.38 billion in the previous fiscal year, marking a 7.9% increase. The company's net income also rose to $487 million, compared to $383 million in fiscal 2025, resulting in a net income margin of 8.4%, up from 7.1%. This growth was primarily driven by an 8.1% increase in comparable restaurant sales, with Chili's domestic locations seeing a 9.2% increase, while Maggiano's experienced a decline of 3.9%.
The company undertook several strategic initiatives during the fiscal year, including the acquisition of 12 Chili's restaurants in Alabama and Mississippi for approximately $27.5 million, expected to close in August 2026. Additionally, Brinker continued to focus on enhancing its restaurant operations through the "modern Greenville" re-image program, which aims to remodel 60-80 locations in fiscal 2027. The company also simplified its menu offerings to improve customer experience and operational efficiency, which contributed to increased sales.
Operationally, Brinker International managed a total of 1,635 restaurants as of June 24, 2026, comprising 1,163 company-owned and 472 franchised locations. The company employed approximately 85,003 team members, with a focus on improving employee engagement and retention through various initiatives, including competitive pay and benefits. The average annual sales per company-owned Chili's restaurant were reported at $5 million, while Maggiano's averaged $9.5 million.
The filing indicated that Brinker faced challenges related to inflation and supply chain disruptions, which impacted food and beverage costs, rising to 25.9% of company sales from 25.3% in the previous year. The company has implemented price increases to mitigate these pressures while maintaining a focus on value offerings to attract customers. Looking ahead, Brinker anticipates continued growth, supported by its strategic initiatives and a strong cash flow generation, with plans to adapt its capital allocation strategy in response to evolving market conditions.
About BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC
Brinker International, Inc. owns, operates, and franchises casual dining restaurant brands Chili’s Grill & Bar and Maggiano’s Little Italy. Chili’s offers Southwest-inspired American cuisine with a value-focused menu, while Maggiano’s provides Italian-American dining and banquet services. Serving primarily U.S. and international markets, Brinker’s business model combines company-owned and franchised restaurants, emphasizing quality food, hospitality, and technology-driven guest experiences to differentiate in the competitive casual dining sector.
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