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Sep 30, 2021
Dine Brands Q3 2021 Earnings Report
Dine Brands showcased a robust performance, outperforming competitors and exceeding pre-pandemic sales levels.
Key Takeaways
Dine Brands Global, Inc. reported a strong third quarter in 2021, with both IHOP and Applebee's outperforming their competitive sets and exceeding pre-pandemic sales levels. The company's asset-light business model and strategic investments drove system-wide sales growth and long-term sustainable growth.
Both IHOP and Applebee’s outperformed their competitive sets for the second consecutive quarter.
Average weekly sales for both brands exceeded 2019 pre-pandemic levels.
Consolidated adjusted EBITDA increased by 48% quarter-over-quarter.
The company declared a dividend for the fourth quarter of 2021 and announced intent to resume share repurchases.
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Company Restaurant Sales Revenue
CapyFin.com Forward Guidance
Dine Brands provided financial performance guidance for 2021, assuming no significant disruptions due to COVID-19 during the fourth quarter.
Positive Outlook
- General and administrative expenses for 2021 are expected to range between approximately $168 million and $178 million.
- Capital expenditures for 2021 are expected to be approximately $19 million, inclusive of approximately $7 million related to the company restaurants segment.
- Consolidated adjusted EBITDA is expected to range between approximately $245 million and $250 million.
- Company declared dividend for Q4 2021.
- Company announced intent to resume share repurchases.
Challenges Ahead
- Guidance assumes no significant disruptions to its business due to COVID-19 during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021.
- The Company expects general and administrative expenses for 2021 to be near the high end of the range.
- Uncertainty regarding the duration and severity of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its ultimate impact on the Company.
- General economic conditions can impact the company's performance.
- Potential harm to brands reputation.