A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors weighed mixed economic signals suggesting that while the broader economy is expanding, consumers are becoming more price-sensitive due to the high cost of living. The Conference Board's Leading Economic Index (LEI) rose slightly in July, pointing to continued economic growth. However, the report also warned that the higher cost of living could curb spending, particularly among lower- and middle-income households. This pressure is a

The restaurant giant has already closed multiple locations this year as it reshapes its footprint, with more changes still ahead.

The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who didn’t). Let’s take a look at how sit-down dining stocks fared in Q2, starting with Bloomin' Brands (NASDAQ:BLMN).

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Bloomin’ Brands delivered a positive second quarter, with results surpassing Wall Street expectations and driving a strong market reaction. The company’s leadership attributed the outperformance to progress on its Outback Steakhouse turnaround initiatives, including enhanced menu offerings, improved service models, and ongoing restaurant refreshes. CEO Michael Spanos highlighted that consistency in execution—particularly around food quality, guest experience, and value—has led to four consecutiv

CEO Spanos raised full-year guidance on improved menu mix and cost controls.

Black Rock Coffee Bar is firmly in its scale-up chapter, having recently debuted restaurant No. 200 following 42 openings over the past four quarters. Its 27 percent unit growth led management Tuesday to raise full-year guidance from 36 to 38 openings and set aside 30 percent of CapEx, which amounts to $13 million to $14 […]

From fast food to fine dining, restaurants play a vital societal role. But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows as they’re notoriously hard to run thanks to perishable ingredients, labor shortages, or volatile consumer spending. These factors have weighed on the industry over the past six months as its 3.7% return has fallen short of the S&P 500’s 11% gain.

Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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In August 2026, Bloomin' Brands, Inc. reported second-quarter revenue of US$1,015.81 million and net income of US$31.34 million, with diluted earnings per share from continuing operations rising to US$0.37 from US$0.29 a year earlier, and simultaneously raised its full-year 2026 diluted EPS guidance to a range of US$0.85–US$0.95. These results, supported by operational moves such as streamlined menus and experiential value offerings that improved execution and guest satisfaction, signal that...

Bloomin’ Brands Inc. stock surged Wednesday after the restaurant operator reported second-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street expectations and raised its full-year earnings outlook. The company owns and operates four restaurant chains: Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill and...

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The stock gains showed that investors were encouraged by stronger business performance, higher profits, and a positive outlook.

Why Bloomin' Brands stock is back in focus after Q2 earnings Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) is attracting fresh attention after reporting second quarter 2026 results on August 5, with higher revenue and net income than a year earlier, along with raised full year earnings guidance. See our latest analysis for Bloomin' Brands. Bloomin' Brands' latest earnings and higher full year guidance have coincided with a sharp shift in sentiment, with the stock posting a 1 day share price return of 32.85% and an...

By Karen Roman Portillo’s Inc. (Nasdaq: PTLO) said second quarter total revenue was $199 million, increasing 5.6% from the year prior. Net income was $7.2 million, a decrease of $2.9 million against the same period last year, and adjusted EBITDA was $29.8 million, down $0.2 million, it stated. The company opened its first-ever airport location […] The post Portillo’s 2Q Revenue Climbs, Teases New Long-Term Growth Strategy appeared first on ExecEdge.

Moby summary of Bloomin' Brands, Inc.'s Q2 2026 earnings call

Outback's parent raised earnings guidance as stronger spending and improving restaurant margins outweighed declining customer traffic.

Bloomin Brands Inc (BLMN) beats expectations with a 230 basis point comp sales increase and raises full-year EPS guidance, despite ongoing traffic declines and commodity inflation.

Shares of Bloomin' Brands soared more than 40% Wednesday on a bullish earnings report that showed diners are willing to pay more. The parent of Outback Steakhouse and other restaurants raised its full-year guidance. Second-quarter earnings climbed 18% to 39 cents a share on an adjusted basis.

Same-store sales at the steakhouse chain reached their highest mark since 2023, and Bloomin’ Brands stock soared.

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2026, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Bloomin’ Brands raised its adjusted earnings outlook, as customers at its Outback Steakhouse chain are paying more for pricier steaks.

Julie Masino had steadied Cracker Barrel after last year’s logo firestorm. Her replacement oversaw a stock decline at his last job.

Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc. CEO Julie Masino is stepping down, the company announced Monday, nearly a year after its controversial branding modernization sparked political backlash. David Deno will become the chain’s CEO on August 10, with Masino staying...

Julie Masino told a conservative radio host she felt fired by America, then survived a shareholder vote to keep her job. So why is she leaving Cracker Barrel now, a year after the logo that shook a company and a culture?

In January, a headhunter from search firm Spencer Stuart started calling restaurant industry executives with a proposition: Would you come to Cracker Barrel as the next CEO? Cracker Barrel’s decision to select a 69-year-old former restaurant executive to lead the chain highlights the emerging practice of boards calling in retired chief executives from the sidelines to help engineer high-profile turnarounds. In recent years, Boeing Verizon Communications and others have all chosen once-retired CEOs.

Julie Masino’s exit has raised questions about customer loyalty, brand strategy, and whether new leadership can revive its recovery.

Cracker Barrel said Chief Executive Julie Masino is stepping down with a $4.6 million payout, and will be succeeded by David Deno. Masino will remain with Cracker Barrel in an advisory capacity until Oct. 9.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino, who oversaw the homestyle restaurant chain’s ill-fated rebranding efforts last year, is stepping down, the company said Monday. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store stock closed down 2.4% at $52 after sliding more than 5% earlier in the day on the news. Cracker Barrel made national headlines and was criticized by President Donald Trump last August when the company announced a new, streamlined logo design that clashed with its cozy, old-timey vibe.

Cracker Barrel was finally clawing its way back from last year’s logo debacle, but the news today sent CBRL shares tumbling.

Turns out “Uncle Herschel” had more job security than failed modernizer Julie Masino

Cracker Barrel announced on July 27 that its CEO will step down effective Aug. 10. See who will be replacing her.

Cracker Barrel is changing CEOs as it works to regain traffic and trust from guests. The company announced Monday that David Deno will become CEO and join the board of directors effective August 10. He replaces Julie Masino, who has led Cracker Barrel since November 2023 and will step down from the top role and […]

Cracker Barrel's CEO is stepping down nearly a year after an attempted rebrand of the chain led to a fierce customer backlash. Cracker Barrel said Monday that CEO Julie Masino will step down next month but remain with the company until Oct. 9 in an advisory capacity. David Deno will succeed Masino on Aug. 10 as CEO.

Masino will be replaced on Aug. 10 by David Deno, most recently the CEO of Bloomin' Brands.

The former CEO of Bloomin’ Brands will succeed Julie Masino as head of the Lebanon, Tennessee-based brand in August.

Bloomin' Brands has followed the market’s trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 9.3% to $8.38 per share while the index has gained 8.7%.

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