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Brinker International (NYSE:EAT), the parent company of restaurant chains like Chili's and Maggiano's Little Italy, has scheduled its Q4 fiscal 2025 earnings conference call for Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET. The company will release its earnings results before market opens on the same day.

Investors and analysts can access the live audio webcast through Brinker's investor relations website. A replay of the call will remain available on the website for two weeks following the event.

Chili's (NYSE:EAT) has announced a unique collaboration with Texas-based western brand Tecovas to create limited-edition cowboy boots made from Chili's iconic red booth material. The collection, launching July 29, 2025, features men's and women's Booth Boots priced at $345 and a matching Booth Belt for $75.

The collaboration celebrates both brands' Texas heritage, with the boots incorporating distinctive chili pepper stitching and design elements. To promote the launch, select Tecovas stores will serve Chili's margaritas on August 2, 2025, along with special promotional events.

Chili's (NYSE:EAT) has launched three new premium frozen margaritas featuring PATRÓN Silver tequila, responding to consumer demand as over 50% of casual dining guests seek frozen options. The new lineup includes the PATRÓN Frozen Marg starting at $10, the Flamingo Freeze featuring Tito's Vodka, and the Arctic Drift with Malibu Coconut Rum.

As the leading seller of margaritas in U.S. restaurants with over 25 million sold last year, Chili's has also invested in new frozen margarita machines nationwide to ensure consistent quality. The premium drinks initiative aims to enhance the brand's core margarita offering while complementing popular menu items.

Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) has promoted Aaron White to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People Officer for Chili's and Maggiano's Little Italy brands. White, a 29-year veteran who started as a Chili's server, will oversee Operations strategy and PeopleWorks across the organization.

Previously serving as Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, and before that as Chili's Co-Chief Operating Officer for eastern U.S. locations, White has been instrumental in the company's turnaround through operational simplification and culture enhancement. Her leadership has focused on improving efficiency and strengthening the ChiliHead culture. In April 2025, she was recognized on the Nation's Restaurant News Power List: Women in Foodservice.

Brinker International reported strong Q3 fiscal 2025 results, with Chili's leading growth through a +31.6% increase in same-store sales driven by +21% traffic. Company sales reached $1.41 billion, up from $1.11 billion in Q3 2024.

Key financial highlights:

• Operating income margin improved to 11.0%
• Restaurant operating margin rose to 18.9%
• Net income per share increased to $2.56
• Company repaid $125 million in debt

Maggiano's showed modest growth with a 0.4% increase in comparable sales. Based on sustained performance, Brinker updated its fiscal 2025 guidance, projecting total revenues between $5.33-5.35 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $8.50-8.75.

Chili's launches the Radical 'Rita, a color-changing margarita celebrating '90s nostalgia, featuring actress Tiffani Thiessen as brand ambassador. Available nationwide throughout May 2025 for $6, this innovative cocktail combines Lunazul Blanco Tequila, Monin Dragonfruit, Blue Curaçao, and House-Made Sour.

The interactive drink transforms from pink and blue to purple using themed swizzle sticks, creating an engaging experience for customers. The campaign includes a video featuring Thiessen demonstrating the color-changing effect, directed by SNL shorts creator Mike Diva, streaming on Peacock and other platforms.

This release is part of Chili's successful Margarita of the Month program, which helped the brand sell over 25 million margaritas in 2024, maintaining their position as the largest seller of margaritas among U.S. restaurant brands.

Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) has announced its upcoming third quarter fiscal 2025 earnings conference call, scheduled for Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will release its earnings report before market opening on the same day.

The earnings call will be accessible via live audio webcast through Brinker's investor relations website, with a replay available for two weeks following the event. The company may provide additional business updates during the call.

Chili's has launched the new Big QP burger on its 3 For Me menu, featuring 85% more beef than a Quarter Pounder with Cheese. The burger comes with American cheese, mustard, ketchup, pickles, and diced onions, available nationwide for $10.99 including bottomless chips, salsa, and drinks.

To highlight the value proposition against rising fast food prices, Chili's is hosting a Fast Food Financing pop-up experience in New York City on April 16-17, 2025. Located at 37 Union Square West, the event will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, offering eligible guests gift cards and a chance to try the new burger in a speakeasy setting.

This addition joins the Big Smasher burger, which has twice the beef of a Big Mac, reinforcing Chili's position as a better value alternative to fast food drive-thrus.

Chili's has announced the opening of its new Scranton Branch location on April 7, 2025, marking a significant cultural moment by establishing its first restaurant in the Pennsylvania city. The new permanent location will feature special throwback elements including vintage artwork, iconic tile tables, and a giant chalk art mural created by the original Chili's artist from the early 2000s.

The restaurant will exclusively bring back the legendary Awesome Blossom® menu item, a deep-fried onion appetizer with Buffalo Ranch dipping sauce that was discontinued in 2008. To celebrate the opening, Chili's has partnered with several celebrities including Melora Hardin, Andy Buckley, Amy Pietz, Brian Baumgartner, and Kate Flannery for promotional campaigns.

The launch includes a nationwide promotion of the Scranton Marg for $5 on opening day, along with exclusive merchandise available through social media giveaways and their website.