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Brinker International Inc.

S&P 500

EAT/Consumer Cyclical · Restaurants/NYSE

Dividend Yield

0.92%

$1.52 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$173.41P/E16.0MCap7.1BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

60/ 100Safe

EAT's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 0.0% earnings payout ratio & 0.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 62.5% net debt / total assets & 0.4x current ratio.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 0.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 0.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Return on Equity: 139.2%Strong return on equity reflects efficient profit generation.

Risks

  • Current Ratio: 0.4xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -20.5%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: 62.5%Net debt is high relative to total assets.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Warning
0.4xDanger
430.5Warning

Profitability

Caution
139.2%Very Safe
11.4%Caution
19.2%Warning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
6+ yrsCaution
NoneVery Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Brinker International Inc.

Brinker International Inc. is a prominent player in the casual dining restaurant sector, owning and operating well-known brands such as Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy. Based in Dallas, Texas, Brinker focuses on delivering a variety of dining experiences ranging from Southwestern-inspired American classics at Chili's to Italian-American cuisine at Maggiano's. This diversity allows the company to appeal to a wide clientele, effectively balancing its market presence. Brinker International’s primary function is to manage and provide quality dining experiences through its chain of restaurants, emphasizing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. As a major operator within the hospitality and dining industry, Brinker plays a significant role in shaping consumer dining preferences while contributing to economic activity through significant employment and supply chain networks. Its presence in the casual dining segment highlights the importance of service excellence and brand differentiation within the competitive food service market.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.92%

Annual Dividend

$1.52

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

0.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

0.00%

52-Week Range

$100.30 - $187.12

Dividend History (2016–2025)

EAT annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

EAT earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

March 5, 2020

Last Payment Date

March 26, 2020

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-35.86%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-20.55%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

-73.61%

5-Year Total Growth

-68.33%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$17,341.00

Annual Income

$152.00

Quarterly Income

$38.00

Monthly Income

$12.67

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EAT's current dividend yield?
Brinker International Inc. (EAT) currently has a dividend yield of 0.92%, based on a stock price of $173.41 and an annual dividend of $1.52.
When is EAT's next dividend payment date?
EAT's next ex-dividend date is 2020-03-05 and the next payment date is 2020-03-26. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does EAT pay in dividends per year?
Brinker International Inc. paid $0.38 per share in annual dividends in 2020. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has EAT been increasing its dividend?
Brinker International Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -20.55%.
Is EAT's dividend safe?
Brinker International Inc. has a payout ratio of 0.00%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 0.00%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is EAT's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Brinker International Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer cyclical companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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