Bloomin' Brands, Inc. Common Stock BLMN

Bloomin Brands Inc is a casual dining restaurant company, with a portfolio of, differentiated restaurant concepts. Its restaurant portfolio includes Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar. Its restaurant concepts range in price point and degree of formality from casual (Outback Steakhouse and Carrabba's Italian Grill) to polished casual (Bonefish Grill) and fine dining (Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar). The U.S. segment includes all restaurants operating in the U.S. while franchised restaurants operating outside the U.S. are included in the international franchise segment.

• Zacks Investment Research 5 oct

  Outback Remodels Accelerate: Can BLMN Unlock Traffic Gains?

  Bloomin' Brands is investing $350,000-$400,000 per restaurant to remodel approximately 85 Outback Steakhouse locations in 2026. Historical data shows remodeled restaurants achieve 100-200 basis-point traffic lifts within 6-12 months. While guest metrics improved for the fourth consecutive quarter, second-quarter traffic still declined 2.8%, highlighting the need to convert improved experiences into higher visit frequency.

  

• Zacks Investment Research 1 oct

  4 Restaurant Stocks Poised to Thrive Amid Industry Headwinds

  The Zacks Retail-Restaurants industry faces headwinds from value-conscious consumers and elevated operating costs, but companies are adapting through menu innovation, digital engagement, loyalty programs, and strategic expansion. The industry ranks #163 among 247 Zacks industries with a negative earnings outlook, underperforming the S&P 500 by 13.8% over the past year. Key players like Bloomin' Brands, Brinker International, BJ's Restaurants, and Cracker Barrel are showing resilience through improved traffic, pricing strategies, and operational efficiencies.

  

• Zacks Investment Research 29 sept

  BLMN or CAVA: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

  In a comparison of two retail restaurant stocks, Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) emerges as the more attractive option for value investors. BLMN holds a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) with a Value grade of A, featuring a forward P/E of 8.29 and PEG ratio of 2.09. Cava Group (CAVA) has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) with a Value grade of F, showing a forward P/E of 94.50 and PEG ratio of 4.01, indicating significantly higher valuation metrics.

  

• Zacks Investment Research 14 sept

  EAT Revamps Kids Menu: Can Chili's Use Young Families to Aid Traffic?

  Brinker International (EAT) has launched a revamped kids menu at Chili's featuring grilled chicken tenders, mini Moltens, quesadillas, floats, and mocktails to attract young families and boost traffic. The initiative comes as Chili's posted strong Q4 comparable sales growth of 5.6% with 1.5% traffic growth and achieved 21 consecutive quarters of same-store sales growth. The strategy aims to create repeat visits through brand affinity among children, though success will depend on execution and sustained customer adoption.

  

• Zacks Investment Research 8 sept

  Best Value Stocks to Buy for September 8th

  Zacks highlights three stocks with Rank #1 (Strong Buy) ratings and strong value characteristics: Heritage Insurance (HRTG) with a P/E of 6.17 and 27% earnings estimate increase, Eni (E) with a P/E of 9.19 and 14.5% earnings increase, and Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) with a P/E of 10.02 and 14.5% earnings increase. All three companies have Value Scores of A and trade below their industry averages.