Home 
Today's Top Picks 
Top Performers 
Watchlist 
My Robo Portfolios 
ETF Zone 
Help & Tutorial 
Cancel anytime
- Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
- Revenue
- Valuation
Upturn AI SWOT - About
DRI 
Darden Restaurants Inc (DRI)
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)
Stock price based on last close (see disclosures)
- ALL
- YEAR
- MONTH
- WEEK
Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: DRI (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
31 Analysts rated it
Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.
1 Year Target Price $223.25
1 Year Target Price $223.25
| 14 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 11 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 15.39% | Avg. Invested days 55 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 21.91B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.19 | 1Y Target Price 223.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.19 | 1Y Target Price 223.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 31 | Beta 0.76 | 52 Weeks Range 153.22 - 224.86 | Updated Date 10/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 153.22 - 224.86 | Updated Date 10/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.05% | Basic EPS (TTM) 9.33 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-09-18 | When Before Market | Estimate 2.01 | Actual 1.97 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 8.9% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.88% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 7.48% | Return on Equity (TTM) 50.41% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.19 | Forward PE 18.21 | Enterprise Value 28449949809 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.77 |
Enterprise Value 28449949809 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.77 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.3 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.79 | Shares Outstanding 116313762 | Shares Floating 115765924 |
Shares Outstanding 116313762 | Shares Floating 115765924 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.31 | Percent Institutions 95.49 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Darden Restaurants Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Darden Restaurants, Inc. was founded in 1938 as Green Frog, later becoming General Mills Restaurant Group. In 1995, it was spun off as an independent company. It has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion to become one of the world's largest full-service restaurant companies.
Core Business Areas
- Olive Garden: Darden's largest brand, offering Italian-American cuisine with a focus on value and casual dining.
- LongHorn Steakhouse: A steakhouse chain known for its grilled steaks, ribs, and other American fare.
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen: Offers classic American dishes made from scratch at affordable prices.
- Yard House: Upscale sports bar with a wide variety of beers on tap and a diverse menu.
- The Capital Grille: Fine-dining steakhouse specializing in dry-aged steaks and an extensive wine list.
- Eddie V's Prime Seafood: Upscale seafood restaurant with live jazz music and a sophisticated ambiance.
- Seasons 52: Fresh grill and wine bar that offers a seasonally inspired menu and a focus on healthy eating.
Leadership and Structure
The CEO of Darden Restaurants is Ricardo Cardenas. The organizational structure is a corporate structure with brand presidents overseeing individual restaurant chains.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Olive Garden: Italian-American cuisine, including pasta, salads, and breadsticks. Competitors include Carrabba's Italian Grill, Maggiano's Little Italy, and Romano's Macaroni Grill. Olive Garden is Darden's flagship brand, and accounts for a significant portion of Darden's revenue.
- LongHorn Steakhouse: Steaks, ribs, and other grilled items. Competitors include Texas Roadhouse, Outback Steakhouse, and Black Angus Steakhouse. LongHorn is another major source of revenue for Darden.
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen: Made-from-scratch American cuisine. Competitors include Cracker Barrel, Applebees, and TGI Fridays. This business line offers a more casual dining experience
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The full-service restaurant industry is highly competitive and subject to economic trends, consumer preferences, and commodity prices. The industry is experiencing a shift towards healthier options, delivery services, and technology integration.
Positioning
Darden Restaurants is a leading player in the full-service restaurant industry, with a diverse portfolio of brands catering to different customer segments. Its competitive advantages include brand recognition, scale, and operational efficiency.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for the full-service restaurant industry in the U.S. is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Darden Restaurants captures a portion of this TAM through its various brands, positioning itself across different segments of the market (casual dining, upscale dining, etc.).
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diverse portfolio of established brands
- Large scale and purchasing power
- Strong brand recognition
- Experienced management team
- Solid dividend payout
Weaknesses
- High operating costs
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Dependence on US market
- Vulnerable to changing consumer preferences
- Labor Market fluctuations
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets (international growth)
- Acquisitions of complementary brands
- Menu innovation and adaptation to trends
- Increased focus on delivery and digital channels
- Capitalize on growing demand for experiential dining
Threats
- Economic downturns and reduced consumer spending
- Increased competition from other restaurant chains and alternative dining options
- Rising labor costs and minimum wage increases
- Changes in consumer preferences towards healthier or more sustainable options
- Supply chain disruptions and commodity price inflation
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TXRH
- DIN
- BLMN
Competitive Landscape
Darden Restaurants competes with a variety of other full-service restaurant chains, including casual dining and fine dining establishments. Darden's competitive advantages include its diverse portfolio of brands, its large scale, and its strong brand recognition. Some of the largest restaurant market shares are held by private companies, therefore difficult to assign numbers to them.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Steady growth in revenue and profitability over the past several years, driven by same-store sales growth and new restaurant openings.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and EPS, driven by menu innovation, expansion into new markets, and cost-cutting initiatives. Growth is expected to be moderate but consistent.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include menu enhancements, digital ordering and delivery, and investments in technology and employee training.
Summary
Darden Restaurants is a strong and stable company with a diverse portfolio of well-established brands. Its consistent dividend payments and history of solid financial performance make it attractive to investors. However, Darden faces challenges from increased competition and changing consumer preferences, and should focus on innovation and cost management to maintain its competitive edge. Growth in the digital space and expansion into foreign markets will be important to future success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Darden Restaurants Inc. Investor Relations
- Company Financial Statements (10-K reports)
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- SEC Filings
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is intended for informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Darden Restaurants Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Orlando, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-05-05 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Ricardo Cardenas CPA | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 197924 | Website https://www.darden.com |
Full time employees 197924 | Website https://www.darden.com | ||
Darden Restaurants, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates full-service restaurants in the United States and Canada. The company operates under Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, Chuy's, Yard House, Ruth's Chris Steak House, The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Bahama Breeze, The Capital Burger, Darden and Darden Restaurants brand names. Darden Restaurants, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is based in Orlando, Florida.
Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.