Darden Restaurants Inc (DRI)

Currency in USD
193.18
-0.31(-0.16%)
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194.60+1.42(+0.74%)
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Has raised its dividend for 5 consecutive years
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Fair Value
Day's Range
191.54194.16
52 wk Range
155.18228.27
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
193.49
Open
192.72
Day's Range
191.54-194.16
52 wk Range
155.18-228.27
Volume
930.39K
Average Volume (3m)
1.2M
1-Year Change
19.36%
Book Value / Share
19.09
Fair Value
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Fair Price
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Price Target
224.14
Upside
+16.03%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
27 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Darden Restaurants Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Buy

Darden Restaurants Inc Company Profile

Darden Restaurants, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates full-service restaurants in the United States and Canada. The company operates under Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, Chuy’s, Yard House, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, Bahama Breeze, The Capital Burger, Darden and Darden Restaurants brand names. Darden Restaurants, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is based in Orlando, Florida.

Darden Restaurants Inc SWOT Analysis


Financial Resilience
Darden Restaurants demonstrates strong market performance with a 34% return over the past year, showcasing its ability to navigate industry challenges effectively
Brand Portfolio Dynamics
Explore the varied performance across Darden's restaurant segments, from Olive Garden's resilience to challenges in Fine Dining, shaping the company's overall strategy
Strategic Growth Initiatives
Delve into Darden's proactive approach to expansion, including delivery services rollout and accelerated unit growth plans, poised to drive long-term revenue
Market Outlook
Analyst price targets range from $190 to $255, reflecting diverse views on Darden's potential amid economic uncertainties and industry-wide pressures
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Darden Restaurants Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Darden's Q1 2025 EPS of $1.97 missed forecast by 1.5%, revenue of $3B fell short of $3.04B expectation, stock dropped 9.24% in pre-market
  • Total sales up 10% YoY, same-restaurant sales grew 4.7%, outperforming industry median; 65 new restaurants opened in the quarter
  • Company raised total sales growth guidance to 7.5-8.5%, maintained adjusted diluted EPS guidance at $10.50-$10.70
  • CEO emphasized strategy's success in growing sales and market share; CFO highlighted focus on labor investment amid market pressures
  • Analysts probed delivery strategy, consumer spending trends, and beef cost volatility during Q&A session
Last Updated: 18/09/2025, 16:48
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P/E Ratio
20.4x12.6x11.2x
PEG Ratio
2.640.080.02
Price/Book
10.1x2.0x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
1.8x1.3x1.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
17.8%0.0%18.7%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

19 Buy
12 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
32 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 224.14
(+16.03% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 9.34%
Dividend Yield
3.11%
Industry Median 1.87%
Annualised payout
6.00
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+26.49%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Sep 18, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.97 / 2.00
Revenue / Forecast
3.00B / 3.04B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

DRI Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Darden Restaurants Trade On?

Darden Restaurants is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Darden Restaurants?

The stock symbol for Darden Restaurants is "DRI."

What Is the Darden Restaurants Market Cap?

As of today, Darden Restaurants market cap is 22.47B.

What Is Darden Restaurants's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Darden Restaurants EPS (TTM) is 9.34.

When Is the Next Darden Restaurants Earnings Date?

Darden Restaurants will release its next earnings report on 11 Dec 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is DRI a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Sell.

How Many Times Has Darden Restaurants Stock Split?

Darden Restaurants has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does Darden Restaurants Have?

Darden Restaurants has 197924 employees.

What is the current trading status of Darden Restaurants (DRI)?

As of 04 Oct 2025, Darden Restaurants (DRI) is trading at a price of 193.18, with a previous close of 193.49. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 191.54 to 194.16, while its 52-week range spans from 155.18 to 228.27.

What Is Darden Restaurants (DRI) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Darden Restaurants is USD224.14286, with a high estimate of USD259 and a low estimate of USD160. 19 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +16.03% Upside potential.
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