Brinker International reported a decrease in total revenues due to capacity limitations and safety preferences, offset by increased off-premise sales and the acquisition of Chili's restaurants. However, the company returned to positive earnings in Q1.
Net income per diluted share decreased 41.0% to $0.23.
Net income per diluted share, excluding special items, decreased 31.7% to $0.28.
Net cash provided by operating activities was $82.8 million, with capital expenditures of $13.6 million, resulting in free cash flow of $69.2 million.
Net repayments of $46.6 million were made on the revolving credit facility, resulting in total available liquidity of $632.5 million.
Brinker International provided financial outlook for the second quarter of fiscal 2021.