Darden Restaurants Updates FY 2026 Earnings Guidance

The restaurant operator provides EPS and revenue guidance for the upcoming fiscal year.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 7:06pm

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Darden Restaurants (NYSE:DRI) has updated its fiscal year 2026 earnings guidance. The company expects earnings per share in the range of $10.57 to $10.67, compared to the consensus estimate of $10.57. Darden also issued revenue guidance of $13.2 billion, matching the consensus estimate.

Why it matters

As one of the largest full-service restaurant operators in the U.S., Darden's financial performance and outlook provide insight into the broader industry trends and consumer spending habits. The updated guidance suggests the company is optimistic about its ability to drive growth and profitability in the coming years.

The details

Darden Restaurants, which owns brands like Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, issued the updated fiscal 2026 guidance on Thursday. The company's earnings per share guidance of $10.57 to $10.67 is in line with the current consensus estimate. Darden also reaffirmed its revenue guidance of $13.2 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, matching analyst expectations.

  • Darden Restaurants provided the updated fiscal 2026 guidance on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Darden Restaurants

A multi-brand, full-service restaurant company that owns and operates a portfolio of casual and fine-dining concepts, including Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse.

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The takeaway

Darden Restaurants' updated fiscal 2026 guidance suggests the company is well-positioned to continue growing its business and maintaining profitability in the coming years, despite potential industry challenges. The guidance aligns with analyst expectations and provides reassurance to investors about the company's future performance.