Darden Q3 2025 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Darden Restaurants reported Q3 2025 revenue of $3.16 billion, with net income of $323.7 million and EPS of $2.74. Adjusted EPS reached $2.80, a 6.9% increase year-over-year. The company's performance was bolstered by strong holiday and Valentine’s Day sales across several brands.
Total revenue increased 6.2% to $3.16 billion.
Net income totaled $323.7 million, up from $313.4 million last year.
EPS was $2.74, with adjusted EPS of $2.80, a 6.9% year-over-year increase.
Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse showed positive same-restaurant sales growth.
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Forward Guidance
Darden updated its fiscal 2025 outlook, expecting continued growth in sales and earnings supported by strategic acquisitions and robust consumer demand.
Positive Outlook
- Total fiscal 2025 sales expected to be approximately $12.1 billion.
- Same-restaurant sales growth anticipated at around 1.5%.
- 50 to 55 new restaurant openings planned for the year.
- Effective tax rate forecasted at approximately 12.5%.
- Adjusted EPS expected in the range of $9.45 to $9.52.
Challenges Ahead
- Transaction and integration costs from Chuy's acquisition to continue impacting results.
- Potential inflationary pressures projected at approximately 2.5%.
- Ongoing macroeconomic challenges could affect consumer spending.
- Competitive pressures in the restaurant industry remain intense.
- Seasonal headwinds could affect fine dining and other discretionary segments.
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