Cheesecake Factory Q2 revenue rises to $1.03 billion; diluted EPS $1.41 vs. $1.14
The Cheesecake Factory reported second-quarter fiscal 2026 results, with revenue of $1,029.6 million and net income of $68.4 million, both up from the prior-year quarter. Comparable restaurant sales rose 5.8%, and the company repeated its plan to open as many as 26 restaurants in fiscal 2026, while the board declared a $0.30 quarterly dividend.
Key points
- Total revenues were $1,029.6 million versus $955.8 million a year earlier.
- Net income was $68.4 million, or $1.41 per diluted share, versus $54.8 million, or $1.14, a year earlier.
- Adjusted diluted EPS was $1.44 versus $1.16 a year earlier; the company cited a $1.4 million pre-tax net expense tied to acquisition items, impairments and lease terminations.
- The board declared a $0.30 per share dividend payable August 25, 2026, to holders of record on August 11, 2026.
The filing
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