PR Newswire·Sep 17, 2026, 7:45 AM ET

BRINKER INTERNATIONAL OUTLINES GROWTH STRATEGY AND LONG-TERM TARGETS AT INVESTOR DAY

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Brinker International hosted its 2026 Investor Day at its Dallas headquarters on Sept. 17, 2026, with a live webcast available on its investor relations website.
CEO Kevin Hochman stated the company has transformed Chili's into a stronger business focused on guest experience, team member rewards, & shareholder returns over the past four years.
Future growth strategies include investing in remodeling the existing estate, building new Chili's locations, & continuing to offer great food at incredible value.
The company introduced financial targets through fiscal 2029, including 4% to 6% annual revenue growth supported by 2% to 3% unit growth.
Brinker plans to ramp up opening 30 new restaurants annually by fiscal 2029 across significant new trade areas.
Net income per diluted share is targeted for double-digit annual growth, excluding special items, on a non-GAAP basis.
The company aims for annual share repurchases of 3% to 5%, subject to board approval of incremental authorizations under its existing program.
Brinker International operates more than 1,600 restaurants across 29 countries & two U.S. territories, featuring the Chili's Grill & Bar & Maggiano's Little Italy brands.
In 2025, Brinker was named the top workplace in Dallas-Fort Worth, & CEO Kevin Hochman received the 2025 IFMA Gold Plate Award & was named a Barron's Top 25 CEO.
The press release includes standard forward-looking statements warnings regarding risks such as economic conditions, competition, labor costs, & regulatory changes.