Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) Earnings History
Growth Compounder32 years of earnings data (1995–2026) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) Earnings Overview
As of November 8, 2026, Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.18B, reflecting +17.3% year-over-year growth. The company earned $10.33 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 9.1%.
Looking at the long-term picture, DRI's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +16.8%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.21B in fiscal 2026, representing a new all-time high.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 69.4%, operating margin of 12.0%, and net margin of 9.1%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including EAT ($501M net income, 8.4% margin), TXRH ($413M net income, 6.9% margin), BLMN ($28M net income, 0.1% margin), DRI has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare DRI vs EAT →
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DRI Historical Earnings Data (1995–2026)
32 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1.21B | +15.0% | $1.58B | $10.39 | 9.1% | 12.0% |
| 2025 | $1.05B | +2.1% | $1.36B | $8.86 | 8.7% | 11.3% |
| 2024 | $1.03B | +4.7% | $1.31B | $8.51 | 9.0% | 11.5% |
| 2023 | $982M | +3.1% | $1.20B | $7.99 | 9.4% | 11.5% |
| 2022 | $953M | +51.4% | $1.16B | $7.39 | 9.9% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | $629M | +1301.0% | $649M | $4.77 | 8.7% | 9.0% |
| 2020 | -$52M | -107.3% | $48M | $-0.40 | -0.7% | 0.6% |
| 2019 | $713M | +19.7% | $833M | $5.69 | 8.4% | 9.8% |
| 2018 | $596M | +24.4% | $767M | $4.73 | 7.4% | 9.5% |
| 2017 | $479M | +27.8% | $678M | $3.80 | 6.7% | 9.4% |
| 2016 | $375M | -47.1% | $622M | $2.90 | 5.4% | 9.0% |
| 2015 | $710M | +147.9% | $368M | $5.47 | 10.5% | 5.4% |
| 2014 | $286M | -30.5% | $309M | $2.15 | 4.6% | 4.9% |
| 2013 | $412M | -13.4% | $400M | $3.13 | 7.0% | 6.8% |
| 2012 | $476M | -0.2% | $457M | $3.57 | 8.9% | 8.6% |
| 2011 | $476M | +17.8% | $746M | $3.39 | 6.4% | 9.9% |
| 2010 | $405M | +8.7% | $644M | $2.84 | 5.7% | 9.0% |
| 2009 | $372M | -1.3% | $620M | $2.65 | 5.2% | 8.6% |
| 2008 | $377M | +87.3% | $600M | $2.60 | 5.7% | 9.1% |
| 2007 | $201M | -40.4% | $571M | $1.35 | 3.6% | 10.3% |
| 2006 | $338M | +16.4% | $552M | $2.16 | 6.3% | 10.3% |
| 2005 | $291M | +27.9% | $467M | $1.78 | 5.5% | 8.8% |
| 2004 | $227M | +0.5% | $376M | $1.34 | 4.5% | 7.5% |
| 2003 | $226M | -5.0% | $380M | $1.27 | 4.9% | 8.2% |
| 2002 | $238M | +20.7% | $400M | $1.30 | 5.4% | 9.2% |
| 2001 | $197M | +11.5% | $332M | $1.06 | 4.9% | 8.3% |
| 2000 | $177M | +25.8% | $296M | $0.89 | 4.8% | 8.1% |
| 1999 | $141M | +38.2% | $227M | $0.66 | 4.1% | 6.6% |
| 1998 | $102M | +211.8% | $174M | $0.45 | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| 1997 | -$91M | -222.3% | $98M | $-0.39 | -2.9% | 3.1% |
| 1996 | $74M | +42.0% | $210M | $0.31 | 2.3% | 6.6% |
| 1995 | $52M | - | $186M | $0.22 | 1.7% | 5.9% |
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DRI — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DRI stock.
What is DRI earnings per share (EPS)?
DRI trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $10.33, reflecting +17.3% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +16.8%. Complete EPS history from 1995 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is Darden Restaurants, Inc.'s net income?
Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.2B as of 2026. Earnings grew +17.3% year-over-year. Darden Restaurants, Inc. has been profitable for 6 consecutive years.
Is DRI profitable?
Yes, DRI is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.2B and a net profit margin of +9.1%. Darden Restaurants, Inc. has generated profits for 6 consecutive years.
What is DRI's earnings growth rate?
DRI compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +17.3%, 3-Year: +9.1%, 5-Year: +16.8%, 10-Year: +13.6%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1995 to 2026.
What are DRI's profit margins?
Darden Restaurants, Inc. net profit margin is +9.1%, operating margin is +12.0%, and gross margin is +69.4%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +53.4%.
Is DRI growing earnings?
Yes, DRI earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +17.3% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +16.8%. TTM net income reached $1.2B. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was DRI's best earnings year?
Darden Restaurants, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $1.2B, achieved in fiscal year 2026. Earnings history on this page spans 1995 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were DRI's earnings last quarter?
DRI's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2027. Net income was $233M with diluted EPS of $2.04. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.