Bandera Partners LLC Takes $4.71 Million Position in Brinker International, Inc. $EAT

Bandera Partners LLC acquired a new position in shares of Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 33,000 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock, valued at approximately $4,711,000. Brinker International comprises 2.1% of Bandera Partners LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 14th biggest holding.

Other large investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Allworth Financial LP raised its stake in shares of Brinker International by 58.5% during the third quarter. Allworth Financial LP now owns 225 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $28,000 after buying an additional 83 shares during the last quarter. Rezny Wealth Management Inc. boosted its stake in Brinker International by 0.8% in the fourth quarter. Rezny Wealth Management Inc. now owns 11,738 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $1,685,000 after acquiring an additional 92 shares during the last quarter. Salomon & Ludwin LLC boosted its stake in Brinker International by 45.1% in the fourth quarter. Salomon & Ludwin LLC now owns 299 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $45,000 after acquiring an additional 93 shares during the last quarter. New Age Alpha Advisors LLC grew its holdings in Brinker International by 4.8% during the 4th quarter. New Age Alpha Advisors LLC now owns 2,047 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $294,000 after acquiring an additional 94 shares during the period. Finally, Aviva PLC grew its holdings in Brinker International by 2.8% during the 4th quarter. Aviva PLC now owns 4,123 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $592,000 after acquiring an additional 112 shares during the period.

Brinker International Price Performance

Shares of EAT stock opened at $184.74 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.35, a current ratio of 0.40 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.05. Brinker International, Inc. has a 12-month low of $100.30 and a 12-month high of $196.38. The firm has a fifty day moving average of $160.90 and a 200-day moving average of $154.18. The firm has a market capitalization of $7.92 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 18.11, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.11 and a beta of 1.24.

Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, April 29th. The restaurant operator reported $2.90 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $2.85 by $0.05. The business had revenue of $1.47 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.47 billion. Brinker International had a return on equity of 123.22% and a net margin of 8.07%.The firm’s revenue was up 3.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $2.66 EPS. Brinker International has set its FY 2026 guidance at 10.60-10.850 EPS. On average, equities research analysts forecast that Brinker International, Inc. will post 10.76 earnings per share for the current year.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

A number of research analysts have recently weighed in on the company. Weiss Ratings raised Brinker International from a “hold (c)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a research note on Tuesday, June 16th. Citigroup reduced their price target on Brinker International from $190.00 to $186.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Monday, April 13th. Stephens initiated coverage on Brinker International in a research note on Friday, July 17th. They set an “overweight” rating and a $220.00 price objective for the company. Wells Fargo & Company upped their price objective on Brinker International from $200.00 to $220.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, July 16th. Finally, Morgan Stanley increased their target price on Brinker International from $205.00 to $207.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, April 30th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have assigned a Buy rating and seven have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $191.20.

About Brinker International

Brinker International, Inc (NYSE: EAT) is a leading global operator of casual dining restaurants. The company’s portfolio is anchored by its flagship Chili’s® Grill & Bar concept and Maggiano’s® Little Italy full‐service restaurants, offering a range of American‐style menu items, handcrafted cocktails and family‐friendly dining experiences. Through dine‐in, takeout, delivery and catering services, Brinker seeks to meet consumer preferences across multiple channels.

The Chili’s brand features signature items such as baby back ribs, burgers and fajitas alongside a rotating selection of limited‐time offerings and seasonal beverages.