Brinker International

International growth presents franchise brands with a fundamental contradiction.

Chili's sales grow 52% over three years with new initiatives

Brinker International reports a 10.1% jump in same-store sales for Chili's, marking 22 consecutive quarters of growth driven by increased guest traffic.

DALLAS, Oct. 28, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Brinker International, Inc.

The live audio webcast can be accessed through Brinker's investor relations website.

Chili's introduces Chicken Parm Big Crispy sandwich in 3 cities.

Kelli Schroeder has been named chief development officer of Kilwins, a premium confectionery and ice cream franchise.

Chris Caldwell became CIO of Brinker International in 2024, just as Brinker-owned Chili’s was beginning to mount its remarkable comeback.

Chili's plans to open 20-30 new locations annually through 2029

The Italian brand only accounts for 3% of Brinker’s profits, but a focus on portion size and speed of service could help it grow sales, CEO Kevin Hochman said.

Chili’s sales success over the last few years — driven by value and operational investments — have transformed the chain’s unit economics, with a 71% five-year increase in same-store sales, executives said at Brinker Int

Chili's targets McDonald's and possibly Taco Bell with new strategy

Over the past four years, Brinker International has worked to transform Chili's into a stronger business that delivers an exceptional experience for guests, makes it easier and more rewarding for…

The partnership has always been powered by people. From Team Members who launched the first Create-A-Pepper fundraiser in Memphis in 2002 to the millions of guests who have donated in restaurants across the country, each contribution has helped St.

Former Brinker International innovation head Lisa W. Miller discusses how GLP-1 medications and shifting consumer behaviors are impacting the restaurant and convenience store industries.

DALLAS, August 31, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Brinker International, Inc.

Chili's is taking over DeBell Golf Club in Burbank, California, turning the clubhouse into the ultimate 19th hole — the post-round tradition where golfers gather to relive the round over food, drinks and stories about sh

Consumers may or may not be rediscovering their love of casual dining restaurants, but investors sure are.

The U.S.-Iran conflict that began in late February has created a chokehold on oil exports, driving up fuel costs significantly.

Over the past several years, Chili’s has become the comeback king of the casual-dining sector.

DALLAS, Aug. 12, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Brinker International, Inc.

Schroeder brings more than 15 years of franchise development leadership experience and has helped grow franchise brands in the United States and internationally.

The live audio webcast can be accessed through Brinker's investor relations website.

Brinker International's Chili's brand has seen significant stock growth by prioritizing foundational technology upgrades like Wi-Fi and payment systems over flashy AI investments.