Bloomin’ Brands (NASDAQ:BLMN) Updates Q1 2026 Earnings Guidance

Bloomin’ Brands (NASDAQ:BLMN) updated its first quarter 2026 earnings guidance on Wednesday. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of 0.570-0.620 for the period, compared to the consensus estimate of 0.550. The company issued revenue guidance of -. Bloomin’ Brands also updated its FY 2026 guidance to 0.750-0.900 EPS.

Bloomin’ Brands Stock Performance

Shares of BLMN stock opened at $5.87 on Wednesday. The stock’s 50-day moving average price is $6.77 and its 200 day moving average price is $6.95. The company has a quick ratio of 0.38, a current ratio of 0.45 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.77. The stock has a market capitalization of $500.24 million, a PE ratio of -8.76 and a beta of 1.15. Bloomin’ Brands has a 52-week low of $5.79 and a 52-week high of $12.07.

Bloomin’ Brands (NASDAQ:BLMN) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, February 25th. The restaurant operator reported $0.26 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.25 by $0.01. Bloomin’ Brands had a negative net margin of 1.46% and a positive return on equity of 33.92%. The company had revenue of $975.22 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $980.64 million. Bloomin’ Brands has set its Q1 2026 guidance at 0.570-0.620 EPS and its FY 2026 guidance at 0.750-0.900 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts forecast that Bloomin’ Brands will post 1.8 EPS for the current year.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several research firms have issued reports on BLMN. Weiss Ratings reiterated a “sell (d)” rating on shares of Bloomin’ Brands in a research report on Monday, December 29th. Loop Capital set a $10.00 price target on Bloomin’ Brands in a research note on Tuesday, December 16th. The Goldman Sachs Group raised Bloomin’ Brands from a “sell” rating to a “neutral” rating and set a $7.00 price objective on the stock in a report on Friday, November 7th. Finally, Zacks Research raised Bloomin’ Brands from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, November 7th. Seven investment analysts have rated the stock with a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, Bloomin’ Brands has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and an average price target of $8.64.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Bloomin’ Brands

Hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the company. Quarry LP acquired a new stake in Bloomin’ Brands during the fourth quarter worth approximately $25,000. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. lifted its position in Bloomin’ Brands by 83,825.0% during the second quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 3,357 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $29,000 after buying an additional 3,353 shares during the period. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. boosted its stake in Bloomin’ Brands by 44.1% in the 4th quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 5,431 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock worth $34,000 after buying an additional 1,662 shares during the last quarter. Kemnay Advisory Services Inc. acquired a new stake in Bloomin’ Brands in the 4th quarter worth about $62,000. Finally, Lazard Asset Management LLC grew its holdings in Bloomin’ Brands by 178.1% in the 2nd quarter. Lazard Asset Management LLC now owns 10,378 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock valued at $88,000 after buying an additional 6,646 shares during the period.

About Bloomin’ Brands

Bloomin’ Brands, Inc engages in the ownership, operation and franchising of casual dining restaurants worldwide. The company’s portfolio includes five full-service restaurant chains: Outback Steakhouse, known for its Australian-inspired steakhouse concept; Carrabba’s Italian Grill, offering Italian-American cuisine; Bonefish Grill, specializing in handcrafted seafood dishes; Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, focusing on premium steak and wine experiences; and Aussie Grill by Outback, featuring a streamlined menu of signature items.