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Brinker International stock jumps 37% on Northcoast 'Buy' upgrade and strong Chili's sales growth

Analyst Insights
22 Sep 2026
Stuart Mooney
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Bullish
Brinker International stock jumps 37% on Northcoast 'Buy' upgrade and strong Chili's sales growth

Brinker International's stock surged after Northcoast Research upgraded it to 'Buy' with a $275 price target, implying a 37.29% upside. The upgrade is driven by strong performance at its Chili's Grill & Bar brand, where average annual unit volumes rose to $5 million from $4.5 million. Comparable sales increased 9.2% and customer traffic grew 3.6%, marking the second consecutive year of traffic gains. Brinker plans to remodel 60 to 80 Chili's locations in 2027 to enhance food, service, and value, supporting continued growth.

Brinker International's recent upgrade to 'Buy' is the story's subject, with Pluang's Consumer Cyclical sector data providing market context. As of Sep 22, 2026 20:02 WIB, out of 111 priced Consumer Cyclical-sector US stocks tradable on Pluang, 103 rose and 5 fell. Notable movers include Peloton Interactive Inc (PTON) at USD 5.16 with a 4.24% increase, Alibaba Group (BABA) at USD 120.63 with a 4.21% rise and a Pluang order activity of 66% Buy, and Lennar Corporation (LEN) at USD 81.00 with a 3.74% gain and 100% Buy order activity.

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