Restaurants
(RRGB) Burger King Worldwide Issues First Quarter 2013 Guidance
Miami, FL-based hamburger restaurant chain Burger King Worldwide, Inc. (BKW) recently provided guidance for the first quarter of 2013. Burger King projects that adjusted earnings will grow nearly 25% year on year to 17 cents...21Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(YUM) YUM! Brand’s China Sales Tumble Again
It seems that the Chinese division of Yum! Brands Inc. (YUM), which is also the largest contributor to its revenue stream, is going through a bad phase. In a recent SEC filing, Yum! Brands stated that its China division’s same-store...18Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(WEN) Wendy’s Shares Stay Neutral
We maintain our Neutral recommendation on the restaurateur The Wendy’s Co. (WEN). While we prefer the company’s multi-year turnaround plan to improve its restaurant operating margins, reinvigorate brands and expand internationally,...18Apr2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(KKD) Dunkin’ Brands Group Strengthens Foothold in Ohio
In a bid to expand its presence in Ohio., Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc.’s ( DNKN) subsidiary Dunkin Donuts and Gilligan Oil Company LLC. has recently entered into a multi-unit store development contract....11Mar2013 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(EAT) Brinker International Revises Fiscal 2013 Guidance and Long-term Outlook
Brinker International Inc. (EAT) recently revised its guidance for fiscal 2013 and also updated its long-term outlook. Revised Fiscal 2013 Guidance The company now expects that its adjusted earnings per...5Mar2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(TXRH) Texas Roadhouse Earnings Beat The Street Overall
Texas Roadhouse Inc.’s (TXRH) fourth-quarter 2012 earnings of 19 cents per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate as well as prior-year earnings by 11.76%. Increased revenues along with efficient cost containment resulted...27Feb2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(MCD) McDonald’s Beats Forecasts on Top and Bottom Lines
McDonald’s Corporation’s (MCD) fourth quarter 2012 earnings of $1.38 per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate as well as the year-ago earnings of $1.33 per share. Improvement in top-line coupled with cost containment efforts...29Jan2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(KKD) Krispy Creme Upgraded to Strong Buy
On January 19, Zacks Investment Research upgraded Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc.(KKD) to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) backed by its international expansion. Why the Upgrade? Strong momentum in the company’s...22Jan2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(EAT) Burger King Worldwide Partners Beboca
To further strengthen its global footprint, Burger King Worldwide (BKW) recently inked a joint venture deal with Beboca Ltd in Central America. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Per the deal, Beboca Ltd will...1Jan2013 | Shawn | Comments Off | Continued
(DAVE) Famous Dave’s of America Makes Executive Changes
Yesterday, Famous Dave’s of America Inc. (DAVE) revealed that it has appointed John Gilbert III as the chief executive officer (CEO) with immediate effect. Gilbert replaced Christopher O’Donnell, who will continue with...17Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(DPZ) Domino’s Pizza’s Store Count Reaches Milestone
Domino’s Pizza Inc. (DPZ), a leading pizza company, has continued to be on a growth trajectory with the opening of its 10,000th store. The company took 53 years, since it opened its first store in 1960 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, to...10Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(MCD) Restaurant Industry Stock Outlook – October 2012 – Industry Outlook
Despite beginning the year on a relatively positive note, sales momentum in the U.S. restaurant industry appears to have slackened in the second quarter of 2012, mostly reflecting macroeconomic issues. The industry has been at the receiving end of the global economic concerns, a stronger dollar, the...9Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(MCD) McDonald’s Hikes Dividend 10%
Oak Brook, Illinois-based McDonald’s Corp. (MCD) recently increased its quarterly dividend by 10% from 70 cents per share paid previously. This equates to an annual pay out of $3.08 per share. The increased dividend will be paid...9Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(CAKE) The Cheesecake Factory in Expansion Mode
In order to boost its national presence, The Cheesecake Factory Inc. (CAKE) recently opened its new outlet at Quaker Bridge Mall situated in Lawrence Township, New Jersey. The company plans to open around seven to...9Oct2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(EAT) Brinker International Raises Dividend by 25%
Brinker International Inc. (EAT) recently hiked its quarterly dividend payout by 4 cents to 20 cents per share, reflecting a 25.0% increase from the prior dividend payout. This equates to an annual payout of 80 cents per share. The...28Aug2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(CAKE) The Cheesecake Factory Makes its Overseas Debut
The Cheesecake Factory Inc. (CAKE) opened a Cheesecake Factory restaurant at The Dubai Mall on August 16. The new 13,851 square feet Dubai restaurant can accommodate 300 guests. This new unit, opened in association with the Kuwait-based...22Aug2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(MCD) McDonald’s Corporation – Bear of the Day
McDonald’s Corp. (MCD) enjoyed increased global same-store sales and moderate growth prospects with its exposure to faster-growing international markets, a strong balance sheet and consistent earnings. However, its lower-than-expected...2Aug2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(MCD) European Anxieties Persist
Europe is again in the news this morning, with Spain-centric fears reminding investors that the region’s problems are far from settled. With yields on Spanish government bonds reaching Euro-era highs, market participants are justifiably wondering whether the government will need much more than a...23Jul2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(BWLD) Buffalo Wild Wings Beat Earnings Again
Restaurant operator Buffalo Wild Wings Inc.(BWLD), recently reported first quarter 2012 earnings of 98 cents per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 95 cents per share and also jumping 21.0% from the year-ago quarter...8May2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(KKD) Krispy Kreme Doughnuts COO Steps Down
Winston-Salem, North Carolina-based Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (KKD) recently announced that its President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) Kenneth A. May has stepped down from his position citing personal reasons. Mr. May...20Apr2012 | vitalstocks | Comments Off | Continued
(RRGB) Red Robin Gourmet Burgers – Bull of the Day
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (RRGB) reported another solid quarter with fourth-quarter 2011 earnings surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate as it experienced upside in revenue and margin. The company is progressing quite successfully...24Feb2012 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(BJRI) BJ’s Restaurants – Bull of the Day
BJ’s Restaurants (BJRI) remains well positioned to sustain its growth momentum, while generating improved earnings on the heels of efficient operations and innovative offerings. These also help the company to drive traffic and...26Jan2012 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(DRI) Darden Restaurants Incorporated – Bear of the Day
Although Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) registered improving blended comparable restaurant sales for the last few quarters, recent woes at Olive Garden continue to nag the company. Stiff competition resulting in higher discounting...18Jan2012 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(DRI) Darden Restaurants Incorporated – Bear of the Day
Although Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) registered improving blended comparable restaurant sales for the last few quarters, recent woes at Olive Garden continue to nag the company. Stiff competition resulting in higher discounting...11Jan2012 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(KKD) Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Beats Earnings Expectations – Ups Outlook
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. (KKD) posted third quarter 2012 earnings of 7 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny. Quarterly earnings more than doubled from the year-ago level of 3 cents a share. Total...2Dec2011 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(MCD) McDonald’s Analyst Shares Rated Stable at Neutral
We remain Neutral on McDonald’s Corp. (MCD) with solid comparable sales (comps) momentum, expansion and accelerated remodeling on the one side, and commodity inflation, increased selling, general and administrative expenses as...30Nov2011 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(KONA) Kona Grill to Begin Share Buyback Program
After swinging back to profit in the third quarter of 2011, Kona Grill Inc (KONA) is set to boost investors’ wealth by initiating a share buyback program. The board of directors of Kona, the owner and operator...28Nov2011 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(YUM) Yum! Brands Announces Board Approves Share Buyback
Louisville, Kentucky-based Yum! Brands Inc. (YUM) recently announced that its board has approved the share repurchase of an additional $750 million. The company has been consistently enhancing shareholders’ returns. The world’s...28Nov2011 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(TXRH) Texas Roadhouse Beats The Street – Outlook Up
Texas Roadhouse Inc (TXRH) recently posted third quarter 2011 earnings of 22 cents, which exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 19 cents and grew 15% year over year. The higher-than-expected results were attributable to lower than...10Nov2011 | vitalstocks | 0 comments | Continued
(MCD) A Smart Play in Down Markets – Multinational Stocks
by Jason Jenkins, Investment U Research Thursday, October 6, 2011 What do you do in a bear market? Most people would tell you to run and get out. Thousands...10Oct2011 | InvestmentU | 0 comments | Continued