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Brinker saw a 21% traffic increase in Q3 2025, driven by operational efficiencies, value positioning, and menu optimizations, especially through its flagship Chili's brand. The company has managed to improve margins and same-store sales, indicating sustainable growth rather than short-term gains. Despite potential macro headwinds, Brinker's cost efficiencies and customer stickiness position it well for future challenges, though pressures on margins and topline are expected.

Amid high inflation and economic uncertainty, Chili's value proposition and strong revenue growth make it an attractive buy, despite potential economic pressures. Chili's 3-for-me $10.99 deal offers competitive pricing compared to fast food, appealing to cost-conscious consumers facing rising food prices. Brinker International's efforts to reduce operational costs support Chili's profitability and growth.

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Brinker International (EAT 2.36%), the operator of popular restaurant chains, wasn't all that popular with investors over the past few days.

The S&P 500 has notched seven days of consecutive gains as Donald Trump has signalled he will lower the 145% reciprocal tariff on China and ease pressure on the Federal. While U.S. equities rebound, corporate earnings could help clarify how tariffs have impacted corporate America thus far as more profitability data trickles in. While optimism on Wall Street should be tempered, a number of fundamentally strong stocks have exhibited a rebound over the past several weeks.

EAT's third-quarter 2025 results are aided by strong fundamentals, leading to better guest experience and steady business growth.

Shares of Chili's parent Brinker International (EAT -14.00%) were getting sent back to the kitchen today even as the fast-casual chain delivered another quarter of blistering growth.

Brinker International's stock dropped more than 13% — even as the company beat profit expectations and raised it outlook — amid worries that the Chili's owner may have trouble topping its past success in same-store sales growth.