Cracker Barrel Old Ctry Store Stock Price, News & Analysis

Cracker Barrel (NASDAQ: CBRL) announced organizational and leadership changes on October 2, 2025 to sharpen focus on food and guest experience.

Key moves: Doug Hisel promoted to SVP, Store Operations overseeing Field Operations and Operations Services; the prior SVP Chief Restaurant and Retail Operations Officer role held by Cammie Spillyards-Schaefer was eliminated. Thomas Yun returns as VP, Menu Strategy & Innovation, replacing Matthew Banton. Heather Hager and Heather Gammon expand roles to absorb responsibilities of retiring Laura Daily, SVP Chief Merchant and Retail Supply Chain. The company ended its engagement with consultancy Prophet.

Cracker Barrel (NASDAQ: CBRL) reported its Q4 and full fiscal 2025 results, showing mixed performance. Q4 revenue was $868.0 million, with comparable store restaurant sales up 5.4% but retail sales down 0.8%. Q4 adjusted earnings per share were $0.74, down from $0.98 year-over-year.

For full fiscal 2025, the company achieved total revenue of $3.48 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $224.3 million, a 9% increase year-over-year excluding the 53rd week impact. The company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share and a new $100 million share repurchase program.

Looking ahead to fiscal 2026, Cracker Barrel expects revenue between $3.35-3.45 billion, with plans to close 14 Maple Street units and open 2 new Cracker Barrel stores. The company projects comparable store traffic decline of 4-7% and adjusted EBITDA of $150-190 million.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (Nasdaq: CBRL) has announced its upcoming fiscal 2025 fourth quarter earnings conference call, scheduled for September 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. During the call, management will discuss financial results for the quarter ended August 1, 2025.

The company will provide a live webcast of the conference call through the Events and Presentations section of their investor relations website at investor.crackerbarrel.com. An online replay will be available following the live broadcast.

Cracker Barrel (Nasdaq: CBRL) has launched a new fall creative campaign titled "All the More" featuring country music star Jordan Davis. The campaign celebrates the brand's 55+ years of country hospitality while introducing refreshed elements including new menu items, restaurant remodels, and an enhanced brand identity.

The initiative includes a refreshed visual identity anchored in Cracker Barrel's signature gold and brown tones, the fifth evolution of the brand's logo, and a nationwide promotion offering a free Classic Side with any purchase from August 23-24, 2025. The campaign launches with new seasonal menu items across breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including the return of fan-favorite Uncle Herschel's Favorite® and new offerings like Hashbrown Casserole Shepherd's Pie.

Cracker Barrel (CBRL) has announced the pricing of $300 million convertible senior notes due 2030, upsized from the previously announced $275 million. The notes will carry a 1.75% interest rate, payable semi-annually, and mature on September 15, 2030. The initial conversion price is set at $72.23 per share, representing a 32.5% premium over the last reported stock price of $54.51. The company expects net proceeds of approximately $290.1 million, which will be used to enter into capped call transactions ($14.3 million), repurchase $150 million of existing 2026 convertible notes, and for general corporate purposes. The notes will be convertible under certain conditions before March 15, 2030, and freely convertible thereafter. Cracker Barrel has also entered into capped call transactions to reduce potential dilution with a cap price of $87.22.

Cracker Barrel (NASDAQ: CBRL) has announced plans to offer $275 million in convertible senior notes due 2030, with an additional $41.25 million option for initial purchasers. The notes, offered exclusively to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A, will be senior unsecured obligations with semi-annual interest payments starting March 15, 2026. The company plans to use the proceeds to fund capped call transactions and for general corporate purposes, including potential redemption of existing 2026 convertible notes or revolving credit facility debt. The notes will be convertible into cash and potentially common stock, with redemption options available after September 15, 2028 if stock price conditions are met. Cracker Barrel operates approximately 660 locations across 43 states and owns Maple Street Biscuit Company.

Cracker Barrel (NASDAQ: CBRL) reported Q3 fiscal 2025 results with total revenue of $821.1 million, up 0.5% year-over-year. The company saw a 1.0% increase in comparable store restaurant sales, while retail sales declined 3.8%. GAAP net income reached $12.6 million ($0.56 per share), compared to a loss of $9.2 million in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA grew 0.4% to $48.1 million. The company raised its fiscal 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance to $215-225 million and maintained revenue outlook of $3.45-3.50 billion. Management announced a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share, payable August 13, 2025. The company expects mid-2% commodity and wage inflation, and has completed its planned expansion of 1 new Cracker Barrel store and 4 new Maple Street Biscuit Company units for the year.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (NASDAQ: CBRL) has announced its fiscal 2025 third quarter earnings conference call, scheduled for Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will discuss financial results for the quarter ended May 2, 2025.

The live webcast will be accessible through the Events and Presentations section on Cracker Barrel's investor website. An online replay will be available from 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time and remain accessible through June 19, 2025. The company currently operates approximately 660 Cracker Barrel locations and owns the Maple Street Biscuit Company.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store (NASDAQ: CBRL) has announced the election of Steve Bramlage, 54, to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Bramlage currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer of Casey's General Stores (NASDAQ: CASY), overseeing financial, fuel, strategic planning, M&A, and data & analytics operations for the convenience retailer's network of approximately 2,900 stores across 19 states.

Bramlage brings extensive financial leadership experience, having previously served as CFO at Aramark and Owens-Illinois, Inc., along with various financial roles at PPG Industries, Eli-Lilly, and EY. He holds an MBA from Northwestern University and a BS from the University of Dayton. Board Chairman Carl Berquist highlighted Bramlage's retail industry knowledge and financial expertise as valuable additions to support the company's strategic transformation.