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Darden Restaurants (DRI) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on September 24, 2026 reporting Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition), Item EX-99.1 (Exhibit EX-99.1). Fiscal 2027 first-quarter results released September 24, 2026.
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Item 2.02 · Results of Operations and Financial Condition
- Fiscal 2027 first-quarter results released September 24, 2026
- Quarterly dividend declared, supporting shareholder returns
- Fiscal 2027 outlook reaffirmed, reducing near-term guidance uncertainty
- Detailed financial results and outlook available in Exhibit 99.1
Item EX-99.1 · Exhibit EX-99.1
- Q1 FY2027 sales rose 5.1% to $3.2 billion, with comparable same-restaurant sales up 3.2%
- LongHorn led comparable sales growth at 6.8%, while Olive Garden increased 1.0%
- Diluted EPS from continuing operations increased 4.1% to $2.05 versus adjusted prior-year EPS
- $222.3 million spent repurchasing approximately 1.1 million shares, leaving $1.3 billion under authorization
- $1.62 quarterly dividend declared, payable November 2, 2026; FY2027 EPS outlook reaffirmed at $11.10–$11.35
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