Darden Restaurants Stock News

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Darden Restaurants Inc (NYSE:DRI) reported mixed fiscal fourth quarter results on Thursday, with adjusted earnings slightly exceeding Wall Street expectations while revenue came in just below analyst estimates. For the quarter ended May 31, 2026, Darden reported adjusted earnings per share from continuing operations of $3.66, topping the consensus estimate of $3.63.

Darden Restaurants reported higher profit and sales in its fiscal fourth quarter, once again led by its LongHorn Steakhouse brand.

Darden Restaurants reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings, but its revenue missed Wall Street's estimates. Same-store sales growth at the company's fine-dining restaurants and Olive Garden fell short of expectations.

ORLANDO, Fla., June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:DRI) today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended May 31, 2026, which included a 53rd week of operations compared to 52 weeks last year.

Stocks are having a quiet morning Monday as investors come off a long holiday weekend with a close eye on peace talks between the U.S. and Iran; a second day of negotiations in Switzerland has reportedly concluded after renewed threats against Iran from President Trump and continued attacks in Lebanon by Israel made for an eventful first day of talks; earnings from FedEx and Micron are on tap t...

Paychex, Trip.com, and McCormick will also report earnings. Economic date this week include the Fed's preferred inflation gauge and new-home sales.