Brinker International, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the ownership, development, operation, and franchising of casual dining restaurants in the United States and internationally. It operates and franchises Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant brands. The company also operates virtual brands, It's Just Wings. Brinker International, Inc. was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Brinker International, Inc.

In trading on Wednesday, shares of Brinker International, Inc. (Symbol: EAT) crossed above their 200 day moving average of $31.39, changing hands as high as $33.00 per share. Brinker International, Inc. shares are currently trading up about 5.9% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of EAT shares, versus its 200 day moving average:
Looking at the chart above, EAT's low point in its 52 week range is $21.48 per share, with $46.57 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $32.88.
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Brinker International (EAT) Shares Cross Above 200 DMA

Among the underlying components of the Russell 3000 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Rocket Lab Corp (Symbol: RKLB), where a total of 160,255 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 16.0 million underlying shares. That amounts to about 77.3% of RKLB's average daily trading volume over the past month of 20.7 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $64 strike call option expiring November 07, 2025, with 15,638 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 1.6 million underlying shares of RKLB. Below is a chart showing RKLB's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $64 strike highlighted in orange:
Brinker International, Inc. (Symbol: EAT) saw options trading volume of 12,346 contracts, representing approximately 1.2 million underlying shares or approximately 75.1% of EAT's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 1.6 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $100 strike put option expiring November 21, 2025, with 5,445 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 544,500 underlying shares of EAT. Below is a chart showing EAT's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $100 strike highlighted in orange:
And Medifast Inc (Symbol: MED) saw options trading volume of 1,190 contracts, representing approximately 119,000 underlying shares or approximately 74.3% of MED's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 160,065 shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $10 strike call option expiring June 18, 2026, with 875 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 87,500 underlying shares of MED. Below is a chart showing MED's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $10 strike highlighted in orange:
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Noteworthy Wednesday Option Activity: RKLB, EAT, MED

(RTTNews) - While reporting financial results for the first quarter on Wednesday, casual dining restaurant owner Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) reiterates its adjusted earnings and revenue guidance for the full-year 2026.
For fiscal 2026, the company continues to project adjusted earnings in the range of $9.90 to $10.50 per share on total revenues between $5.60 billion and $5.70 billion.
On average, analysts polled expect the company to report earnings of $10.39 per share on revenues of $5.72 billion for the year. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.
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Brinker International Reiterates FY26 Outlook; Shares Tumble 9% - Update

The following are the top rated Consumer Discretionary stocks according to Validea's Earnings Yield Investor model based on the published strategy of Joel Greenblatt. This value model looks for companies with high return on capital and earnings yields.
CROCS INC (CROX) is a mid-cap growth stock in the Footwear industry. The rating according to our strategy based on Joel Greenblatt is 100% based on the firm’s underlying fundamentals and the stock’s valuation. A score of 80% or above typically indicates that the strategy has some interest in the stock and a score above 90% typically indicates strong interest.
Company Description: Crocs, Inc. is engaged in the design, development, worldwide marketing, distribution, and sale of casual lifestyle footwear and accessories for all. The Company's brands include Crocs and HEYDUDE. The Crocs Brand's collection contains Croslite material, a proprietary, molded footwear technology. It also uses Croslite material formulations in connection with material technologies used in its visible comfort collections, such as its LiteRide and Free Feel Technology products. The HEYDUDE Brand offers shoes with an iconic and versatile loafer silhouette with many wearing occasions that focus on casualization, comfort-led functionality and personalization. It sells its products in more than 80 countries, through wholesale and direct-to-consumer channels. Its wholesale channel includes domestic and international multi-brand retailers, e-tailers and others. Its direct-to-consumer channel includes Company-operated retail stores, Company-operated e-commerce sites and third-party marketplaces.
The following table summarizes whether the stock meets each of this strategy's tests. Not all criteria in the below table receive equal weighting or are independent, but the table provides a brief overview of the strong and weak points of the security in the context of the strategy's criteria.
Detailed Analysis of CROCS INC
DECKERS OUTDOOR CORP (DECK) is a large-cap value stock in the Footwear industry. The rating according to our strategy based on Joel Greenblatt is 90% based on the firm’s underlying fundamentals and the stock’s valuation. A score of 80% or above typically indicates that the strategy has some interest in the stock and a score above 90% typically indicates strong interest.
Company Description: Deckers Outdoor Corporation designs, markets, and distributes footwear, apparel, and accessories developed for both everyday casual lifestyle use and high-performance activities. Its segments include UGG brand, HOKA brand and Other brands. The UGG brand segment provides premium footwear, apparel and accessories. The HOKA brand segments products include running, trail, hiking, fitness, and lifestyle footwear offerings, as well as select apparel and accessories. Its Other brands segment consists of Teva brand, AHNU brand, and Koolaburra brand. Its Teva brand includes a variety of footwear options, from classic sandals and shoes to boots. The Koolaburra brand is a casual footwear fashion line that uses plush materials. Its AHNU brands footwear products fuse high-performance technology for everyday wear. Its portfolio of brands includes UGG, HOKA, Teva, and AHNU. It sells its products through domestic and international retailers and international distributors in its wholesale channel.
The following table summarizes whether the stock meets each of this strategy's tests. Not all criteria in the below table receive equal weighting or are independent, but the table provides a brief overview of the strong and weak points of the security in the context of the strategy's criteria.
Detailed Analysis of DECKERS OUTDOOR CORP
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO (ANF) is a mid-cap value stock in the Retail (Apparel) industry. The rating according to our strategy based on Joel Greenblatt is 90% based on the firm’s underlying fundamentals and the stock’s valuation. A score of 80% or above typically indicates that the strategy has some interest in the stock and a score above 90% typically indicates strong interest.
Company Description: Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories. The Company offers an assortment of apparel, personal care products and accessories for men, women and kids, which are sold primarily through its Company-owned stores and digital channels, as well as through various third-party arrangements. The Companys brands include Abercrombie brands, which includes Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, and Your Personal Best (YPB), and Hollister brands, which include Hollister and Gilly Hicks. Its geographic segments include the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. The Company also offers its loyalty programs, which include Abercrombies myAbercrombie and Hollisters Hollister House Rewards. The Company operates approximately 790 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.
The following table summarizes whether the stock meets each of this strategy's tests. Not all criteria in the below table receive equal weighting or are independent, but the table provides a brief overview of the strong and weak points of the security in the context of the strategy's criteria.
Detailed Analysis of ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO
BRINKER INTERNATIONAL INC (EAT) is a mid-cap growth stock in the Restaurants industry. The rating according to our strategy based on Joel Greenblatt is 60% based on the firm’s underlying fundamentals and the stock’s valuation. A score of 80% or above typically indicates that the strategy has some interest in the stock and a score above 90% typically indicates strong interest.
Company Description: Brinker International, Inc. is a casual dining restaurant company. The Company owns, develops, operates and franchises the Chilis Grill & Bar (Chilis) and Maggianos Little Italy (Maggianos) restaurant brands. The Company operates through two segments: Chilis and Maggianos. The Chilis segment includes its Company-owned Chilis restaurants, which are principally located in the United States, within the full-service casual dining segment of the industry. The Chilis segment also includes its Canadian Company-owned restaurants and royalties from its franchised locations in the United States, 27 other countries and two United States territories. The Maggianos segment includes its Company-owned Maggiano's restaurants in the United States as well as royalties from its domestic franchise business. It owns, operates or franchises more than 1,600 restaurants in the United States and 27 other countries and two United States territories.
The following table summarizes whether the stock meets each of this strategy's tests. Not all criteria in the below table receive equal weighting or are independent, but the table provides a brief overview of the strong and weak points of the security in the context of the strategy's criteria.
Detailed Analysis of BRINKER INTERNATIONAL INC
G-III APPAREL GROUP LTD (GIII) is a small-cap value stock in the Apparel/Accessories industry. The rating according to our strategy based on Joel Greenblatt is 60% based on the firm’s underlying fundamentals and the stock’s valuation. A score of 80% or above typically indicates that the strategy has some interest in the stock and a score above 90% typically indicates strong interest.
Company Description: G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. is engaged in fashion with expertise in design, sourcing and marketing, owns and licenses a portfolio of over 30 brands. It owns 10 brands, including DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld, Donna Karan and Vilebrequin, and licenses over 20 brands including Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, Halston, Converse, BCBG and National Sports leagues, among others. Its wholesale operations segment includes sales of products to retailers under owned, licensed and private label brands, as well as sales related to the Karl Lagerfeld and Vilebrequin businesses, including from retail stores operated by Vilebrequin and Karl Lagerfeld, other than sales of products under the Karl Lagerfeld Paris brand generated by its retail stores and digital sites. Its retail operations segment consists of direct sales to consumers through its Company-operated stores and product sales through its digital sites for the DKNY, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, G.H. Bass and Wilsons Leather brands.
The following table summarizes whether the stock meets each of this strategy's tests. Not all criteria in the below table receive equal weighting or are independent, but the table provides a brief overview of the strong and weak points of the security in the context of the strategy's criteria.
Detailed Analysis of G-III APPAREL GROUP LTD
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Validea's Top Consumer Discretionary Stocks Based On Joel Greenblatt - 10/28/2025

Builders FirstSource, Inc. BLDR is slated to report third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 30, before market open.
In the last reported quarter, the company’s adjusted earnings per share (EPS) surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 1.3%, but net sales marginally missed the same by 0.1%. On a year-over-year basis, both top and bottom lines tumbled 5% and 32%, respectively.
BLDR’s earnings topped the consensus mark in three of the trailing four quarters and missed on the remaining occasion, the average surprise being 1.11%.
Trend in BLDR’s Estimates
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Builders FirstSource’s third-quarter EPS has moved south to $1.69 from $1.71 in the past 30 days. The estimated figure indicates a 45% year-over-year decline from EPS of $3.07 reported in the year-ago quarter.
Builders FirstSource, Inc. Price and EPS Surprise
The consensus estimate for net sales is pegged at $3.80 billion, indicating a decline of 10.3% from $4.23 billion reported in the year-ago quarter.
Factors to Shape Builders FirstSource’s Q3 Results
Net Sales
Builders FirstSource’s net sales are expected to have declined year over year in the third quarter of 2025 due to softness and uncertainty surrounding the housing market. The affordability concerns due to a still high mortgage rate and persistent sticky inflation are marring the housing start trends, which have been directly affecting the company’s sales volume. Also, the declining trends in the multi-family and single-family customer segments are likely to have added to the downtrend during the third quarter.
Furthermore, the value-added product category of BLDR, which includes manufactured products and windows, doors & millwork, is likely to have been adversely impacted by the ongoing market headwinds.
For the third quarter, the company expects net sales between $3.65 billion and $3.95 billion, down from $4.23 billion reported in the year-ago quarter.
That said, BLDR’s focus on strategic acquisitions, digital solutions and productivity, as well as investments in innovative and value-added products, is likely to have backed its quarterly performance to some extent.
Earnings
The bottom line of Builders FirstSource is likely to have declined year over year due to ongoing single-family and multi-family margin normalization alongside a below-normal housing starts environment. Moreover, reduced operating leverage and continued pressure in commodity product categories despite cost-saving efforts are expected to have pressured the margins in the third quarter.
For the to-be-reported quarter, BLDR expects adjusted EBITDA in the range of $375-$425 million, down from $626.5 million reported in the year-ago quarter.
What the Zacks Model Predicts for BLDR
Our proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Builders FirstSource this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. Unfortunately, this is not the case here, as you will see below.
BLDR’s Earnings ESP: BLDR has an Earnings ESP of -2.73%. You can uncover the best stocks before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank of BLDR: The company currently carries a Zacks Rank of 5 (Strong Sell).
Stocks With the Favorable Combination
Here are some companies in the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector, which per our model, have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat in the respective quarters to be reported.
Dutch Bros Inc. BROS currently has an Earnings ESP of +6.93% and a Zacks Rank of 2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Dutch Bros’ earnings are expected to increase 6.3%. Dutch Bros’ earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 91.9%.
Brinker International, Inc. EAT currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.28% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Brinker’s earnings are expected to register an 85.3% year-over-year surge. Brinker's earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average beat of 25.7%.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. DRI has an Earnings ESP of +4.64% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Darden’s earnings are expected to register a 3.5% year-over-year increase. Darden’s earnings beat estimates in one of the trailing four quarters and missed thrice, with an average miss of 0.54%.
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Builders FirstSource Set to Report Q3 Earnings: What's in Store?

Starbucks Corporation SBUX is scheduled to report fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results on Oct. 29, 2025, after the closing bell.
SBUX’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the trailing four quarters and missed on two occasions, with an average surprise being 8.7%.
Trend in Estimate Revision of SBUX
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal fourth-quarter earnings per share (EPS) is pegged at 56 cents, indicating a fall of 30% from 80 cents reported in the year-ago quarter.
Starbucks Corporation Price and EPS Surprise
For revenues, the consensus mark is pegged at nearly $9.35 billion. The metric suggests a rise of 3% from the year-ago quarter’s figure.
Let’s take a look at how things have shaped up in the quarter.
Factors Likely to Shape Starbucks’ Quarterly Results
During the fiscal fourth quarter, Starbucks’ performance is expected to have reflected steady progress in its turnaround strategy under the “Back to Starbucks” plan. The company is likely to have benefited from the nationwide rollout of its Green Apron Service model, which aims to deliver consistent service standards and enhance operational efficiency across all U.S. company-operated stores. This initiative, combined with a renewed focus on customer connection and partner engagement, is anticipated to have supported improved speed of service, order accuracy and guest satisfaction during the quarter.
Seasonal beverage offerings, including the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte and new protein cold foam beverages, are likely to have bolstered traffic and ticket growth. Additionally, targeted coffeehouse uplift investments and reimagined store layouts may have improved the in-store experience, driving stronger engagement among both Starbucks Rewards members and non-members. Our model predicts fiscal fourth-quarter same-store sales to rise 0.2% year over year.
On the international front, the company is expected to have maintained solid momentum, led by growth in China, the U.K. and Mexico, supported by beverage innovation, expanded delivery channels and store development. Our model predicts fiscal fourth-quarter international revenues to rise 7.4% year over year to $2 billion.
Despite these strengths, Starbucks’ bottom line is likely to have faced continued pressure from elevated labor expenses, added operating hours tied to Green Apron Service implementation and ongoing inflationary costs. Our model predicts fiscal fourth-quarter total operating expenses to rise 8% year over year to $5.47 billion.
Softer U.S. traffic trends, particularly in afternoon dayparts, along with a cautious consumer spending environment, are likely to have negatively impacted the company's performance in the fiscal fourth quarter.
What Our Model Says About SBUX Stock
Our proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for Starbucks this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat. However, that's not the case here.
SBUX's Earnings ESP: Starbucks has an Earnings ESP of -8.45%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
SBUX's Zacks Rank: The company has a Zacks Rank #3.
Stocks With the Favorable Combination
Here are some stocks worth considering from the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector that investors may consider, as our model shows that these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat.
Dutch Bros Inc. BROS currently has an Earnings ESP of +6.93% and a Zacks Rank of 2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Dutch Bros’ earnings are expected to increase 6.3%. Dutch Bros’ earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 91.9%.
Brinker International, Inc. EAT currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.28% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Brinker’s earnings are expected to register an 85.3% year-over-year surge. Brinker's earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average beat of 25.7%.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. DRI has an Earnings ESP of +4.64% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Darden’s earnings are expected to register a 3.5% year-over-year increase. Darden’s earnings beat estimates in one out of the trailing four quarters and missed thrice, with an average miss of 0.54%.
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Starbucks to Post Q4 Earnings: What's in the Cards for the Stock?

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated CAKE is scheduled to report third-quarter fiscal 2025 results on Oct. 28.
CAKE’s earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average surprise being 15.2%.
Trend in the Estimate Revision of CAKE
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fiscal third-quarter earnings per share (EPS) is pegged at 60 cents, indicating a rise of 3.5% from 58 cents reported in the year-ago quarter.
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Price and EPS Surprise
For revenues, the consensus mark is pegged at nearly $912.9 million. The metric suggests a rise of 5.5% from the year-ago quarter’s figure.
Let’s take a look at how things have shaped up in the quarter.
Factors Likely to Shape Cheesecake Factory’s Quarterly Results
Cheesecake Factory’s fiscal third-quarter 2025 performance is likely to have benefited from steady demand trends, disciplined cost management and sustained brand relevance. Consistent guest traffic, aided by strategic menu innovations such as the introduction of “Bowls” and “Bites,” likely supported comparable sales growth during the quarter. Continued engagement from the Cheesecake Rewards program is also expected to have contributed to top-line performance. The company anticipates fiscal third-quarter total revenues in the range of $905 million to $915 million.
Strong contributions from North Italia Restaurants and Other FRC are likely to have aided the company’s performance in the fiscal third quarter. Our model predicts fiscal third-quarter revenues from North Italia Restaurants and Other FRC to rise 14.6% and 34.3% year over year to $82.3 million and $90 million, respectively.
CAKE’s profitability is expected to have remained healthy, backed by operational excellence, improved labor retention and favorable commodity costs. Efforts to optimize staffing levels, enhance labor productivity and manage food inflation likely supported restaurant-level margin stability. With four-wall margins reaching 18.5% in the prior quarter, the company remains well-positioned within its long-term margin target range of 16% to 18%. Management’s focus on driving efficiency while maintaining menu value and guest satisfaction has likely aided sequential margin resilience in the quarter to be reported.
However, modest wage inflation, higher medical costs and increased pre-opening expenses tied to new restaurant openings may have partially offset these gains. Additionally, softer discretionary spending and cautious consumer sentiment could have limited upside in traffic trends. Our model predicts fiscal third-quarter labor expenses to rise 5.5% year over year to $328.2 million.
What Our Model Says About CAKE Stock
Our proven model predicts an earnings beat for Cheesecake Factory this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the odds of an earnings beat, which is exactly the case here.
CAKE’s Earnings ESP: Cheesecake Factory has an Earnings ESP of +3.85%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they’re reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
CAKE’s Zacks Rank: The company currently has a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Other Stocks With the Favorable Combination
Here are a few other stocks from the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector, which, according to our model, also have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat this reporting cycle.
Dutch Bros Inc. BROS currently has an Earnings ESP of +6.93% and a Zacks Rank of 1.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Dutch Bros’ earnings are expected to increase 6.3%. Dutch Bros’ earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, the average surprise being 91.9%.
Brinker International, Inc. EAT currently has an Earnings ESP of +3.60% and a Zacks Rank of 3.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Brinker’s earnings are expected to register an 84.2% year-over-year surge. Brinker's earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with an average beat of 25.7%.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. DRI has an Earnings ESP of +4.64% and a Zacks Rank of 3 at present.
In the to-be-reported quarter, Darden’s earnings are expected to register a 3.5% year-over-year increase. Darden’s earnings beat estimates in one out of the trailing four quarters, and missed thrice, with an average miss of 0.54%.
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CAKE to Post Q3 Earnings: What's in the Cards for the Stock?

Among the underlying components of the Russell 3000 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Brinker International, Inc. (Symbol: EAT), where a total of 6,199 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 619,900 underlying shares. That amounts to about 48.7% of EAT's average daily trading volume over the past month of 1.3 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $100 strike put option expiring December 19, 2025, with 5,349 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 534,900 underlying shares of EAT. Below is a chart showing EAT's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $100 strike highlighted in orange:
Quantum Computing Inc (Symbol: QUBT) saw options trading volume of 250,545 contracts, representing approximately 25.1 million underlying shares or approximately 48.3% of QUBT's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 51.9 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $17.50 strike call option expiring October 31, 2025, with 31,814 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 3.2 million underlying shares of QUBT. Below is a chart showing QUBT's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $17.50 strike highlighted in orange:
And CommVault Systems Inc (Symbol: CVLT) saw options trading volume of 2,860 contracts, representing approximately 286,000 underlying shares or approximately 48% of CVLT's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 596,170 shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $150 strike put option expiring November 21, 2025, with 1,514 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 151,400 underlying shares of CVLT. Below is a chart showing CVLT's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $150 strike highlighted in orange:
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Notable Thursday Option Activity: EAT, QUBT, CVLT

Domino's Pizza, Inc. DPZ reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 results with earnings and revenues beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The top line increased year over year, while the bottom line fell from the prior-year quarter’s figure. Following the announcement, the company’s shares gained 4% in the pre-market trading session.
In the fiscal third quarter, Domino’s achieved positive order growth in the United States, supported by the success of its “Best Deal Ever” promotion and innovation around stuffed-crust pizza. These initiatives fueled strong momentum across both delivery and carryout channels. Management emphasized that the company’s strategic consistency and execution excellence position it to capture additional QSR pizza market share globally in 2025 and beyond, while expanding long-term value for franchisees and shareholders.
DPZ's Q3 Earnings & Revenue Discussion
In the quarter under discussion, Domino's reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $4.08, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.99. The bottom line declined 2.6% from $4.19 reported in the year-ago quarter.
Domino's Pizza Inc Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Revenues of $1,147.1 million beat the consensus mark of $1,139 million. Moreover, the top line increased 6.2% on a year-over-year basis. This upside is driven by strong contributions from U.S. franchise royalties and fees and higher supply-chain revenues.
In third-quarter fiscal 2025, Domino's had 214 net store openings.
DPZ’s Other Metrics
Global retail sales (excluding foreign currency impact) rose 6.3% on a year-over-year basis. This upside was driven by a year-over-year increase in international (5.7%) and U.S. store sales (7%).
Comps at Domino’s domestic stores (including company-owned and franchise stores) rose 5.2% year over year. We estimated the metric to increase 6.4% year over year.
At domestic company-owned stores, Domino’s comps increased 3.4% compared with the 3.1% rise reported a year ago. We estimated the metric to increase 5.1% year over year.
Domestic franchise store comps rose 5.3% compared with a 3% increase reported in the prior-year quarter. We estimated the metric to increase 6.5% year over year.
Comps at international stores, excluding foreign currency translation, rose 1.7% compared with a 0.8% improvement reported in the prior-year quarter. We estimated the metric to increase 1% year over year.
DPZ’s Q3 Margins
In the fiscal third quarter, Domino’s gross margin expanded 90 basis points (bps) year over year to 40.1%. However, the U.S. company-owned store gross margin contracted 50 bps year over year to 16.3%. This downside can be attributed to the increase in the company’s food basket pricing to stores and higher wage costs. However, this was partially offset by higher sales leverage.
Balance Sheet of DPZ
As of Sept. 7, 2025, cash and cash equivalents totaled $139.7 million compared with $186.1 million as of Dec. 29, 2024. Long-term debt (less current portion) at the end of the fiscal third quarter totaled $4.81 billion compared with $3.83 billion reported in the previous quarter. Inventory amounted to $71.2 million compared with $70.9 million as of Dec. 31, 2024.
Capital expenditure at the end of the fiscal third quarter totaled $56.7 million, down from $70.8 million reported in the prior-year quarter.
During the reported quarter, the company repurchased 165,778 shares for an aggregated cost of $74.7 million. As of Sept. 7, 2025, DPZ stated the availability of $539.7 million under its repurchase program.
Management declared a cash dividend of $1.74 per share. The dividend will be paid on Dec. 26, 2025, to its shareholders of record as of Dec. 15.
DPZ’s Zacks Rank
Domino's currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
Stocks to Consider
Some better-ranked stocks in the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector are Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. RRGB, Brinker International, Inc. EAT and The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated CAKE.
Red Robin currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Red Robin has gained 22.2% in the year-to-date period. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Red Robin's fiscal 2025 sales indicates a decline of 3% year over year, while EPS suggests a rise of 82% from the year-ago period’s levels.
Brinker presently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). The stock has declined 2.9% in the year-to-date period.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Brinker’s fiscal 2026 sales and EPS implies growth of 5.7% and 16.4%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.
Cheesecake Factory presently carries a Zacks Rank #2. The stock has gained 13.3% in the year-to-date period.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Cheesecake Factory’s 2025 sales and EPS indicate an increase of 5.1% and 9.6%, respectively, from the year-ago levels.
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