Darden Restaurants: Improved Outlook, But Valuation Don't Look Cheap (Rating Upgrade To Hold)
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Darden Restaurants (DRI) has been upgraded from sell to hold due to its strong performance in a competitive environment. The company has shown resilience with a revenue beat and expanded margins, supported by Olive Garden's positive SSSG, LongHorn's loyal customer base, and a promising partnership with Uber Eats.
December 21, 2024 | 11:30 am
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Darden Restaurants has been upgraded from sell to hold due to its ability to maintain strong margins and revenue growth in a competitive environment. Key growth drivers include Olive Garden's SSSG, LongHorn's customer loyalty, and a partnership with Uber Eats.
The upgrade from sell to hold indicates improved investor sentiment. DRI's ability to beat revenue expectations and expand margins in a competitive market suggests potential for future growth. The partnership with Uber Eats and strong performance of Olive Garden and LongHorn are positive indicators.
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