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StocksMediumUpdated×3•Originally published 29 April 2026•Updated 29 April 2026•

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Brinker International Reports Q3 2026 Results and Updates Guidance Amid Chili's Growth

Key Facts

1Chili's delivered its 20th consecutive quarter of same-store sales growth, up 4%.

2Brinker International updated its fiscal 2026 financial guidance alongside its third-quarter results.

Brinker International reported total revenues of $1.47 billion for the fiscal third quarter ended March 25, 2026, with diluted EPS reaching $2.87. While Chili's same-store sales grew by 4%, the results highlighted a performance divergence due to softness in the Maggiano's brand. Consequently, the company updated its full-year EPS guidance to a range of $10.60–$10.85 and expects free cash flow to exceed $475 million. Financial stability was further underscored by $343.4 million in year-to-date share repurchases and $969.9 million in available liquidity. Analysts maintain a buy rating and a $160 price target for EAT, crediting CEO Kevin Hochman's strategy for capturing market share despite mixed brand performance.

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What changed: Added specific Q3 revenue ($1.47B) and EPS ($2.87) figures, detailed share buyback data, and noted the performance divergence between the Chili's and Maggiano's brands.

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What changed: The story was updated to include specific EPS guidance, free cash flow expectations, and a new analyst price target.

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What changed: The story was updated to confirm an actual increase in net profit for the fiscal third quarter, specifically attributing the growth to consumer demand for affordability at Chili's.