Brinker FY2026: Net income +27% to $487.0M; Chili's comp +9.2%, Maggiano's -3.9%

Filed August 19, 2026 · Period ending June 24, 2026 · Compared to 10-K Aug 15, 2025 · ~2 min read

Key Changes

• high

  Net income rose 27.1% to $487.0M ($10.87 diluted EPS, +30.6%) on 7.9% revenue growth to $5.81B. Operating income climbed 21% to $619.9M (10.7% margin, up 120bp) as Chili's comp sales grew 9.2% (4.4% price, 3.6% traffic) while Maggiano's fell 3.9% (5.0% price, -9.3% traffic). Note: FY2026 was a 52-week year vs. FY2025's 53 weeks; the extra week in the prior year inflates the baseline for all volume comparisons.

  MD&A: Operating Results verify on EDGAR →
• high

  Chili's average unit volume jumped 11% to $5.0M and average check rose 5.6% to $23.12, reflecting strong traffic and pricing power.

  Business: Chili's Strategy verify on EDGAR →
• high

  Maggiano's average unit volume declined 4% to $9.5M despite a 5.9% check increase to $41.36, and the brand substantially eliminated banquet service charges at the end of Q1 FY2026, removing a $12.5M revenue stream. Management now describes a formal 'Back to Maggiano's' turnaround strategy focused on revitalizing food, service, and atmosphere.

  Business & MD&A: Maggiano's verify on EDGAR →