Post-earnings recap
Reported
Thu, Sep 24, 2026
EPS actual
$2.05
EPS est.
$2.06
EPS surprise
-0.39%
1-day move
-3.02%
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Darden Restaurants reported a slight miss on EPS, which contributed to a 3.02% drop in stock price following the earnings announcement. Despite this, the company showed solid revenue growth and positive same-restaurant sales across its brands, indicating resilience in its operations. The reaffirmation of full-year EPS guidance suggests that management remains optimistic about navigating current economic challenges.
| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $2.05 | N/A | -0.39% |
| Revenue | $3.2 billion | N/A | N/A |
| Same-Restaurant Sales Growth (Olive Garden) | 1% | N/A | N/A |
| Same-Restaurant Sales Growth (LongHorn Steakhouse) | 6.8% | N/A | N/A |
| Same-Restaurant Sales Growth (Yard House) | 10% | N/A | N/A |
Management expressed confidence in the company's performance, highlighting positive same-restaurant sales across all segments. They reaffirmed their full-year EPS guidance, indicating a stable outlook despite external economic pressures.
Darden reaffirmed its full-year EPS guidance of $11.10–$11.35 despite macroeconomic challenges.