Brinker International (EAT) Q4 FY26 earnings call

Brinker International delivered a strong Q4 FY26, driven by Chili's sustained traffic growth and margin expansion, marking its 21st consecutive quarter of same-store sales growth. The company's focus on value leadership and guest experience continues to drive performance, with the Big Crispy chicken sandwich significantly boosting sales. While Maggiano's turnaround remains mixed, the company is poised for continued profitable growth in FY27, with strategic investments in restaurant reimages and a disciplined capital allocation approach.