
Darden Restaurants (DRI) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Darden Restaurants (DRI) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Darden Restaurants, the leading full-service restaurant operator in the U.S., has reported consolidated revenue of $12.1 billion for fiscal 2025 and operates a substantial portfolio of 2,159 restaurants across 11 brands. The company is expected to achieve sustained same-store sales (SSS) growth, with Olive Garden particularly positioned to outperform its peers due to its strong everyday value, service quality, and brand trust, even amid macroeconomic pressures. Additionally, Darden is anticipated to accelerate its unit growth to the upper end of its long-term target range of 2.0-3.0% and actively pursue acquisitions of small to mid-sized casual dining chains, further supporting its positive growth outlook.
Bears say
Darden Restaurants is experiencing challenges in achieving same-store sales and profitability expectations, primarily due to a cautious consumer environment, particularly among low-income segments. The company is lowering its fiscal 2025 estimates for same-store sales and earnings per share, reflecting anticipated sales misses and increased operational costs, including rising beef prices that could impact margins. Additionally, the potential for operational volatility related to unit growth and market expansion further complicates Darden's outlook, suggesting risks associated with new store inefficiencies, cannibalization, and challenges in maintaining a cohesive company culture.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Darden Restaurants and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Darden Restaurants (DRI) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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