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U.S. Restaurants Industry Analysis

UpdatedJun 15, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies67
  • 7D5.6%
  • 3M-2.7%
  • 1Y-18.2%
  • YTDn/a

Over the last 7 days, the Restaurants industry has risen 5.6%, driven by gains from Starbucks of 8.7%. In contrast, the industry has lost 18% in the last 12 months. As for the next few years, earnings are expected to grow by 19% per annum.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Restaurants Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Mon, 15 Jun 2026US$266.2bUS$132.2bUS$7.3b23.4x36.6x2x
Wed, 13 May 2026US$261.9bUS$131.3bUS$7.2b20.5x36.4x2x
Fri, 10 Apr 2026US$267.8bUS$128.6bUS$6.9b20.1x38.6x2.1x
Sun, 08 Mar 2026US$276.2bUS$128.4bUS$7.0b20.2x39.4x2.2x
Tue, 03 Feb 2026US$287.0bUS$125.7bUS$7.2b19.5x40x2.3x
Thu, 01 Jan 2026US$292.0bUS$125.6bUS$7.2b19.2x40.8x2.3x
Sat, 29 Nov 2025US$279.3bUS$125.3bUS$7.2b19.5x38.8x2.2x
Mon, 27 Oct 2025US$314.0bUS$121.8bUS$7.1b21.4x43.9x2.6x
Wed, 24 Sep 2025US$311.2bUS$122.2bUS$7.2b21.4x43.5x2.5x
Fri, 22 Aug 2025US$315.5bUS$121.8bUS$7.2b22.5x43.9x2.6x
Sun, 20 Jul 2025US$326.2bUS$119.1bUS$7.1b23.6x45.9x2.7x
Tue, 17 Jun 2025US$321.9bUS$118.8bUS$7.1b24.5x45.3x2.7x
Thu, 15 May 2025US$314.4bUS$118.5bUS$7.1b25x44.4x2.7x
Sat, 12 Apr 2025US$284.1bUS$114.5bUS$6.5b24.5x43.8x2.5x
Mon, 10 Mar 2025US$295.7bUS$114.4bUS$6.5b27x45.7x2.6x
Wed, 05 Feb 2025US$320.1bUS$112.6bUS$6.3b29.1x51.1x2.8x
Fri, 03 Jan 2025US$297.9bUS$107.6bUS$5.9b23.9x50.3x2.8x
Sun, 01 Dec 2024US$312.3bUS$108.2bUS$5.9b27.8x52.9x2.9x
Tue, 29 Oct 2024US$288.4bUS$109.0bUS$5.6b27x51.5x2.6x
Thu, 26 Sep 2024US$277.6bUS$109.4bUS$5.6b24.9x49.5x2.5x
Sat, 24 Aug 2024US$257.1bUS$108.5bUS$5.6b23.8x45.7x2.4x
Mon, 22 Jul 2024US$245.4bUS$108.1bUS$5.9b21.9x41.3x2.3x
Wed, 19 Jun 2024US$272.4bUS$107.9bUS$6.0b22.1x45.7x2.5x
Fri, 17 May 2024US$271.1bUS$107.8bUS$6.0b26x45.4x2.5x
Sun, 14 Apr 2024US$272.8bUS$107.7bUS$6.0b18.1x45.5x2.5x
Tue, 12 Mar 2024US$262.8bUS$107.4bUS$6.0b19.3x44.1x2.4x
Thu, 08 Feb 2024US$242.2bUS$105.7bUS$5.0b19.8x48.2x2.3x
Sat, 06 Jan 2024US$228.6bUS$105.7bUS$5.0b19.8x45.9x2.2x
Mon, 04 Dec 2023US$228.8bUS$105.4bUS$5.0b19.9x45.9x2.2x
Wed, 01 Nov 2023US$209.0bUS$105.2bUS$4.8b17.4x43.9x2x
Fri, 29 Sep 2023US$211.8bUS$104.8bUS$4.7b18.2x45x2x
Sun, 27 Aug 2023US$218.7bUS$105.1bUS$4.6b19x47.6x2.1x
Tue, 25 Jul 2023US$239.2bUS$101.3bUS$3.4b21.6x70.7x2.4x
Thu, 22 Jun 2023US$227.2bUS$101.1bUS$3.3b21.2x68.2x2.2x
Price to Earnings Ratio

68.2x


Total Market Cap: US$227.2bTotal Earnings: US$3.3bTotal Revenue: US$101.1bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Restaurants Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 45.8x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are pessimistic on the American Restaurants industry, indicating that they anticipate long term growth rates will be lower than they have historically.
  • The industry is trading at a PE ratio of 36.6x which is lower than its 3-year average PE of 45.8x.
  • The 3-year average PS ratio of 2.4x is higher than the industry's current PS ratio of 2.0x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Restaurants industry have grown 30% per year over the last three years.
  • Revenues for these companies have grown 9.4% per year.
  • This means that more sales are being generated by these companies overall, and subsequently their profits are increasing too.

Industry Comparison

How does U.S. Restaurants compare with similar industries?

US Market0.50%
Consumer Discretionary-0.13%
Hospitality3.88%
Restaurants5.56%
Casinos and Gaming4.58%
Hotels, Resorts and Cruise Lines2.53%
Leisure Facilities1.49%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
SBUX StarbucksUS$101.597.1%
+US$7.7b		8.7%PE77.4x
DASH DoorDashUS$168.0910.2%
+US$6.8b		-24.2%PE79.1x
MCD McDonald'sUS$286.123.0%
+US$5.9b		-3.4%PE23.4x
CMG Chipotle Mexican GrillUS$32.7311.8%
+US$4.4b		-37.7%PE28.9x
YUM Yum! BrandsUS$154.675.0%
+US$2.0b		9.0%PE24.5x

Latest News

DASH
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DoorDash
7D
10.2%
1Y
-24.2%
TXRH
US$167.54
Texas Roadhouse
7D
-0.1%
1Y
-13.1%
Seeking Alpha • Jun 14

Texas Roadhouse: Optimistic Signs Abound, But Valuation Figures Leave Me Cautious

Summary Texas Roadhouse has surpassed Olive Garden to become the largest U.S. casual dining chain, with 2024 U.S. sales rising 14.7% to $5.5 billion. TXRH's Q1 2026 earnings highlight robust 7.1% same-store sales growth and 4.5% traffic growth, outpacing industry trends amid macroeconomic headwinds. However, certain valuation metrics leave me cautious. Management's disciplined expansion strategy continues, with 26 new locations added and revenue exceeding $1.6 billion in the latest quarter. I see continued operational momentum and believe the best is yet to come for TXRH, but I believe a lot of the good news is already priced in. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
NATH
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Nathan's Famous
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-0.3%
1Y
-7.8%
SERV
US$7.22
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-5.1%
1Y
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CAVA
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CAVA Group
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21.6%
1Y
20.2%
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CAVA Group Looks Like A Buy (Technical Analysis)

Summary CAVA Group is a buy based on strong technical indicators despite poor valuation and profitability grades. Recent insider buying by C-suite executives and institutional accumulation reinforces the bullish outlook for CAVA. CAVA exhibits bullish price action, long-term momentum, and relative strength versus the S&P 500 since November 2025. Positive Wall Street revisions, growth prospects, and expected store expansion further support the investment thesis. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
SBUX
US$101.59
Starbucks
7D
7.1%
1Y
8.7%
VENU
US$2.71
Venu Holding
7D
-20.1%
1Y
-73.5%
YUM
US$154.67
Yum! Brands
7D
5.0%
1Y
9.0%
MCD
US$286.12
McDonald's
7D
3.0%
1Y
-3.4%
QSR
US$75.65
Restaurant Brands International
7D
5.8%
1Y
12.7%
Narrative Update • Jun 10

QSR: Marketing And Operational Execution Will Drive Bullish Re Rating Potential

Restaurant Brands International's analyst price target has been adjusted slightly higher to about $85, with analysts pointing to benefits from years of reinvestment, tighter operations, and marketing that appears to be resonating with guests. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Restaurant Brands International has been active, with several firms adjusting their price targets and earnings expectations.
CMG
US$32.73
Chipotle Mexican Grill
7D
11.8%
1Y
-37.7%
Narrative Update • Jun 06

CMG: 2026 International Expansion Plans Will Support Higher P E Multiple

Analysts have trimmed the Chipotle Mexican Grill fair value estimate by about $0.52 to $42.88, reflecting a mix of lower average price targets and a slightly higher discount rate, even as revenue growth expectations and future P/E assumptions remain broadly steady across recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Chipotle Mexican Grill highlights a split between analysts who see current levels as an opportunity and those who are more cautious on the company’s execution and growth trajectory.
DRI
US$208.76
Darden Restaurants
7D
6.5%
1Y
-7.1%
Narrative Update • Jun 05

DRI: Core Brand Resilience And Buybacks Will Support Future Earnings Power

Analysts have slightly raised their price expectations for Darden Restaurants, with the fair value estimate moving from about $267.90 to roughly $268.64. This adjustment reflects updated views on revenue growth, profit margins, and beef cost trends discussed in recent research.
VSTD
US$0.31
Vestand
7D
-3.4%
1Y
-90.7%
ARKR
US$6.20
Ark Restaurants
7D
-0.8%
1Y
-39.1%
GTIM
US$1.29
Good Times Restaurants
7D
-0.8%
1Y
-23.7%
MB
US$6.00
MasterBeef Group
7D
-1.2%
1Y
-27.0%