Brinker International Inc (EAT) Stock Analysis
Verdict: HOLD
Chili's traffic momentum and robust FCF generation outweigh tight working capital, making pulled-back valuation at 12.3x EV/EBITDA attractive.
Investment score: 63/100
Analysis as of
7-factor investment score
- Valuation: 68/100 (weight 20%)
- Financial Health: 62/100 (weight 15%)
- Technical Momentum: 58/100 (weight 15%)
- Earnings Quality: 72/100 (weight 15%)
- Insider Sentiment: 30/100 (weight 10%)
- Analyst Consensus: 80/100 (weight 10%)
- Risk-Adjusted Return: 65/100 (weight 15%)
Brinker International Inc opportunities and risks
What speaks for EAT
- Operational Turnaround & Core Brand Momentum
What speaks against EAT
- Tight Liquidity Ratios & Debt Load
Peers and competitors
| Ticker | P/E | P/S | EV/EBITDA | Gross margin | Net margin | FCF yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAT | 18.1x | 1.5x | 12.3x | 18.6% | 8.4% | 6.4% |
| QSR | 17.1x | 2.5x | 13.9x | 44.8% | 13.1% | 6.5% |
| DRI | 19.4x | 1.7x | 13.5x | 69.4% | 8.8% | 4.6% |
| ARMK | 38.0x | 0.7x | 14.9x | 6.6% | 1.9% | 3.2% |
| TXRH | 24.9x | 1.6x | 14.6x | 15.3% | 6.6% | 4.0% |
| DPZ | 16.8x | 2.0x | 14.9x | 40.0% | 11.9% | 6.6% |
| Peer median | 19.4x | 1.7x | 14.6x | 40.0% | 8.8% | 4.6% |
Frequently asked questions about Brinker International Inc (EAT)
Is EAT stock a good investment?
The TradeMates model rates Brinker International Inc as HOLD with an investment score of 63/100. Chili's traffic momentum and robust FCF generation outweigh tight working capital, making pulled-back valuation at 12.3x EV/EBITDA attractive. This is algorithmic model output, not personal investment advice.
Is EAT stock a buy?
The TradeMates model verdict for EAT is HOLD with an investment score of 63/100. Treat this as a model signal to review, not a personal buy recommendation.