Darden Restaurants, Inc., (NYSE: DRI) reported its first quarter 2025 earnings results today.
Total sales increased 1% to $2.8 billion compared to the same period a year ago. Consolidated same-restaurant sales decreased 1.1%.
Net earnings were $207.2 million, or $1.74 per share, compared to $194.5 million, or $1.59 per share, last year. Adjusted EPS from continuing operations decreased 1.7% to $1.75.
Sales and earnings missed estimates.
For fiscal year 2025, the company expects EPS from continuing operations of $9.40-9.60.
The stock rose 6% during premarket hours on Thursday.