Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) Earnings History
Elite Compounder38 years of earnings data (1989–2026) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) Earnings Overview
As of October 3, 2026, Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $487M, reflecting +30.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $10.87 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 8.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, EAT's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +31.0%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $487M in fiscal 2026, representing a new all-time high.
Brinker International, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 18.6%, operating margin of 10.7%, and net margin of 8.4%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including DRI ($1.21B net income, 9.1% margin), TXRH ($413M net income, 6.9% margin), BLMN ($28M net income, 0.1% margin), EAT has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare EAT vs DRI →
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EAT Historical Earnings Data (1989–2026)
38 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $487M | +27.1% | $620M | $10.87 | 8.4% | 10.7% |
| 2025 | $383M | +146.7% | $512M | $8.32 | 7.1% | 9.5% |
| 2024 | $155M | +51.4% | $230M | $3.40 | 3.5% | 5.2% |
| 2023 | $103M | -12.8% | $144M | $2.28 | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| 2022 | $118M | -10.6% | $160M | $2.58 | 3.1% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | $132M | +439.3% | $199M | $2.82 | 3.9% | 6.0% |
| 2020 | $24M | -84.2% | $63M | $0.63 | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| 2019 | $155M | +23.1% | $231M | $3.96 | 4.8% | 7.2% |
| 2018 | $126M | -16.5% | $226M | $2.72 | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| 2017 | $151M | -24.9% | -$256M | $2.94 | 4.8% | -8.1% |
| 2016 | $201M | +2.1% | $317M | $3.42 | 6.2% | 9.7% |
| 2015 | $197M | +27.7% | $311M | $3.05 | 6.6% | 10.4% |
| 2014 | $154M | -5.7% | $242M | $2.26 | 5.3% | 8.3% |
| 2013 | $163M | +8.0% | $257M | $2.20 | 5.7% | 9.0% |
| 2012 | $151M | +7.2% | $232M | $1.87 | 5.4% | 8.2% |
| 2011 | $141M | +2.4% | $205M | $1.53 | 5.1% | 7.4% |
| 2010 | $138M | +73.9% | $155M | $1.34 | 4.8% | 5.4% |
| 2009 | $79M | +53.1% | $221M | $0.77 | 2.4% | 6.8% |
| 2008 | $52M | -77.5% | $97M | $0.49 | 1.2% | 2.3% |
| 2007 | $230M | +8.3% | $338M | $1.85 | 5.3% | 7.7% |
| 2006 | $212M | +32.6% | $329M | $1.62 | 5.1% | 7.9% |
| 2005 | $160M | +4.1% | $280M | $1.15 | 4.3% | 7.5% |
| 2004 | $154M | -8.7% | $321M | $0.98 | 4.2% | 8.6% |
| 2003 | $169M | +10.4% | $292M | $1.08 | 5.1% | 8.9% |
| 2002 | $153M | +5.2% | $248M | $1.01 | 5.3% | 8.6% |
| 2001 | $145M | +23.2% | $231M | $0.94 | 5.9% | 9.3% |
| 2000 | $118M | +49.5% | $196M | $0.78 | 5.5% | 9.1% |
| 1999 | $79M | +14.0% | $154M | $0.51 | 4.2% | 8.2% |
| 1998 | $69M | +14.2% | $118M | $0.45 | 4.4% | 7.5% |
| 1997 | $61M | +75.9% | $97M | $0.36 | 4.5% | 7.2% |
| 1996 | $34M | -52.7% | $93M | $0.19 | 3.0% | 8.0% |
| 1995 | $73M | +18.0% | $109M | $0.44 | 7.0% | 10.4% |
| 1994 | $62M | +26.0% | $95M | $0.37 | 7.0% | 10.8% |
| 1993 | $49M | +37.0% | $72M | $0.31 | 7.5% | 11.0% |
| 1992 | $36M | +36.8% | $51M | $0.23 | 6.9% | 9.9% |
| 1991 | $26M | +44.2% | $38M | $0.18 | 6.1% | 9.0% |
| 1990 | $18M | +29.3% | $28M | $0.15 | 5.2% | 8.1% |
| 1989 | $14M | - | $22M | $0.11 | 4.9% | 7.8% |
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EAT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EAT stock.
What is EAT earnings per share (EPS)?
EAT trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $10.87, reflecting +30.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +31.0%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is Brinker International, Inc.'s net income?
Brinker International, Inc. (EAT) trailing twelve-month net income is $487M as of 2026. Earnings grew +30.6% year-over-year. Brinker International, Inc. has been profitable for 38 consecutive years.
Is EAT profitable?
Yes, EAT is profitable with a TTM net income of $487M and a net profit margin of +8.4%. Brinker International, Inc. has generated profits for 38 consecutive years.
What is EAT's earnings growth rate?
EAT compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +30.6%, 3-Year: +68.3%, 5-Year: +31.0%, 10-Year: +12.3%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2026.
What are EAT's profit margins?
Brinker International, Inc. net profit margin is +8.4%, operating margin is +10.7%, and gross margin is +18.6%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +119.6%.
Is EAT growing earnings?
Yes, EAT earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +30.6% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +31.0%. TTM net income reached $487M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was EAT's best earnings year?
Brinker International, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $487M, achieved in fiscal year 2026. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were EAT's earnings last quarter?
EAT's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $131M with diluted EPS of $2.96. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.