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Brinker InternationalEAT 78 EV-to-EBIT is 20.50 as of Aug. 13, 2026, which is 10% above its 10-year median of 18.62. GuruFocus rates EAT with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $129.03 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 263 Restaurants companies, Brinker International ranks worse than 61.6% on this metric.
Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) EV-to-EBIT Explanation
This is a more accurate valuation of companies' operation because it considers the debt and cash on its balance sheet, and non-operating items such as interest payment, tax, and one-time items are not included in the Operating Income.
Brinker International's Enterprise Value for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $7,816 Mil.
Brinker International's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $597 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Restaurants subindustry, Brinker International's EV-to-EBIT, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBIT data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Brinker International EV-to-EBIT vs Restaurants Industry
For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Brinker International's EV-to-EBIT distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Brinker International's EV-to-EBIT falls into.
Brinker International's current Enterprise Value is $12,237 Mil.
Brinker International's EBIT for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $597 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Brinker International (EAT) has a EV-to-EBIT of 20.50 as of Aug. 13, 2026. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Brinker International and its competitors. This is 10% above median its historical median of 18.62. Over the past decade, Brinker International's EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 10.94 to 158.83. According to the industry distribution chart, Brinker International ranks #162 out of 263 companies in the Restaurants industry, placing it in the top 61.6%.
Is Brinker International's EV-to-EBIT too high?
Brinker International's current EV-to-EBIT of 20.50 is 10% above median its 10-year median of 18.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 10.94 to a high of 158.83. The Restaurants industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.18. Brinker International's value of 20.50 is 19.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Brinker International ranks #162 out of 263 companies in the Restaurants industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Brinker International has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Brinker International's EV-to-EBIT compare to BROS and CAVA?
According to the Restaurants industry distribution chart, Brinker International ranks #162 out of 263 companies for EV-to-EBIT. This places Brinker International in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBIT is 17.18. Brinker International's value of 20.50 is 19.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Brinker International's own EV-to-EBIT has ranged from 10.94 to 158.83 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 18.62 vs. the industry median of 17.18, Brinker International has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBIT for a Restaurants company?
The median EV-to-EBIT among Restaurants companies is 17.18, based on 263 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBIT significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBIT should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Brinker International's current EV-to-EBIT of 20.50 is 19.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBIT mean?
A high EV-to-EBIT can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBIT ratio is the inverse of Joel Greenblatt's earnings yield definition. View historical data on Brinker International and its competitors. For the Restaurants industry, the median EV-to-EBIT is 17.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Brinker International's current EV-to-EBIT is 20.50, which is 10% above median its own 10-year median of 18.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Brinker International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brinker International (EAT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $129.03, compared to a current price of $245.89 — trading 90.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBIT is 20.50, which is 10% above median its 10-year median of 18.62 and 19.3% above the Restaurants industry median of 17.18. Brinker International's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBIT calculated?
EV-to-EBIT is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Brinker International (EAT), the current EV-to-EBIT is 20.50 as of Aug. 13, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Brinker International (EAT) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Brinker International stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $245.89 is trading 90.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $129.03.
GuruFocus considers Brinker International to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for EAT:
EV-to-EBIT: 20.50 (10% above median its 10-year median of 18.62)
GF Value™: $129.03 vs. price of $245.89 (90.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 19.3% above the Restaurants median (#162 of 263)
No single metric tells the full story. See the EAT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Brinker International Inc operates casual dining restaurants under the brand's Chili Grill and Bar (Chili's) and Maggiano's Little Italy (Maggiano's). Chili's falls in the Bar and Grill category of casual dining. Its menu features Fresh Mex and Fresh Tex favorites including signature items such as slow-smoked baby back ribs, craft burgers, fajitas, and bottomless chips and salsa paired with tableside guacamole. Maggiano's is an Italian restaurant brand with a full lunch and dinner menu offering chef-prepared, such as appetizers, chicken, seafood, veal and prime steaks, and desserts. The company generates maximum revenue from Chili's segment.
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