New Risk • May 05
New major risk - Financial position The company's debt is not well covered by operating cash flow. Operating cash flow to total debt ratio: 14% This is considered a major risk. If the company's operating cash flows are too small relative to the size of their debt, it increases their balance sheet risk. The company has less cash from operations to cover its expenses from servicing large debt and it increases the risk of liquidity issues. It also extends the time it would take for the company to pay back the debt in full, meaning it may not be able to easily pay it all off in a distress scenario. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Debt is not well covered by operating cash flow (14% operating cash flow to total debt). Minor Risks Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Significant insider selling over the past 3 months (€1.1m sold). Declared Dividend • May 04
First quarter dividend of US$0.30 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.30. Ex-date: 12th May 2026 Payment date: 26th May 2026 Dividend yield will be 1.9%, which is lower than the industry average of 2.1%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (34% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (39% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 4.1% per year over the past 10 years. However, payments have been volatile during that time. EPS is expected to remain steady over the next year, which should provide adequate earnings cover for the dividend. Announcement • May 02
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Declares A Quarterly Dividend, Payable on May 26, 2026 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated announced that the Company’s Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share to be paid on May 26, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 13, 2026. Reported Earnings • Apr 30
First quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: US$1.06 (vs US$0.69 in 1Q 2025) First quarter 2026 results: EPS: US$1.06 (up from US$0.69 in 1Q 2025). Revenue: US$978.8m (up 5.6% from 1Q 2025). Net income: US$49.5m (up 50% from 1Q 2025). Profit margin: 5.1% (up from 3.6% in 1Q 2025). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.0% growth forecast for the Hospitality industry in Italy. Board Change • Apr 30
Insufficient new directors No new directors have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: No new directors. 3 experienced directors. 5 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Adam Gordon was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Apr 13
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated, Annual General Meeting, May 28, 2026 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated, Annual General Meeting, May 28, 2026. Announcement • Apr 09
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated to Report Q1, 2026 Results on Apr 29, 2026 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated announced that they will report Q1, 2026 results at 4:00 PM, US Eastern Standard Time on Apr 29, 2026 Announcement • Apr 01
the Cheesecake Factory Introduces New App with Exclusive Offer for Cheesecake Rewards Members The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated introducing a new app with a sweet offer for Cheesecake Rewards members. On April Fools’ Day through April 30, Rewards members who download the app and log in to their account will receive a free slice of any of The Cheesecake Factory’s more than 30 legendary flavors of cheesecake or layer cake with any purchase – no joke! Cheesecake Rewards is The Cheesecake Factory’s unique rewards program that is available nationwide. The program is free to join and provides members with access to online reservations, a complimentary slice of cheesecake for their birthday, special delivery offers from DoorDash and personalized rewards throughout the year. Guests who are not yet members of Cheesecake Rewards can sign up, download the app, and log into their accounts by April 30 to receive the free slice offer. Board Change • Mar 23
Insufficient new directors No new directors have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: No new directors. 3 experienced directors. 5 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Adam Gordon was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Feb 19
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend on Common Stock , Payable on March 17, 2026 On February 12, 2026, The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share which will be paid on March 17, 2026 to the stockholders of record of each share of the Company’s common stock at the close of business on March 4, 2026. Future decisions to pay or to increase or decrease dividends are at the discretion of the Board and will depend upon operating performance and other factors. Announcement • Jan 29
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated to Report Q4, 2025 Results on Feb 18, 2026 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated announced that they will report Q4, 2025 results After-Market on Feb 18, 2026 Board Change • Jan 05
Insufficient new directors No new directors have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: No new directors. 3 experienced directors. 5 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Adam Gordon was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Dec 02
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated's Peppermint Stick Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake and Special Holiday Gift Card Offer Return The Cheesecake Factory announced that it is bringing back its Peppermint Stick Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake for the holidays. This festive flavor features peppermint swirled with white and dark chocolate cheesecake all on a delicious mint chocolate brownie, and is now available at all The Cheesecake Factory restaurants nationwide. Additionally, The Cheesecake Factory is featuring a special holiday gift card offer online and in its restaurants nationwide through the end of the year: For every $50 worth of gift cards purchased, guests will receive a $15 bonus card that can be redeemed from January 1 through February 28, 2026. With more than 250 menu selections - freshly prepared and from scratch - including recently introduced Bites and Bowls - and more than 30 legendary cheesecakes, The Cheesecake Factory gift cards and bonus cards are the perfect gift for anyone on holiday shopping list, or to keep for yourself. New Risk • Oct 30
New major risk - Financial position The company's debt is not well covered by operating cash flow. Operating cash flow to total debt ratio: 15% This is considered a major risk. If the company's operating cash flows are too small relative to the size of their debt, it increases their balance sheet risk. The company has less cash from operations to cover its expenses from servicing large debt and it increases the risk of liquidity issues. It also extends the time it would take for the company to pay back the debt in full, meaning it may not be able to easily pay it all off in a distress scenario. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Debt is not well covered by operating cash flow (15% operating cash flow to total debt). Minor Risks Unstable dividend paying track record with dividend experiencing an annual drop of over 20% in the past. Significant insider selling over the past 3 months (€1.3m sold). Announcement • Oct 30
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Provides Earnings Guidance for the Fourth Quarter of 2025 and Full Year of 2026 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated provided earnings guidance for the fourth quarter of 2025 and full year of 2026. For the quarter, the company expects total revenues to be between $940 million and $955 million, representing an approximate 1% step down from the third quarter sales trend.
For the year 2026, the company expects total revenue growth of approximately 4% to 5% over full year 2025, with sales trends expected to improve as the year progresses. Reported Earnings • Oct 29
Third quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: US$0.68 (vs US$0.63 in 3Q 2024) Third quarter 2025 results: EPS: US$0.68 (up from US$0.63 in 3Q 2024). Revenue: US$907.2m (up 4.8% from 3Q 2024). Net income: US$31.9m (up 6.4% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 3.5% (in line with 3Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 5.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 7.6% growth forecast for the Hospitality industry in Italy. Board Change • Oct 29
Insufficient new directors There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 2 experienced directors. 5 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Adam Gordon was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Oct 29
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Declares Quarterly Dividend, Payable on November 25, 2025 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated's Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.27 per share to be paid on November 25, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 11, 2025. Announcement • Oct 08
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated to Report Q3, 2025 Results on Oct 28, 2025 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated announced that they will report Q3, 2025 results at 4:00 PM, US Eastern Standard Time on Oct 28, 2025 Board Change • Sep 22
Insufficient new directors There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 2 experienced directors. 5 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Adam Gordon was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Recent Insider Transactions • Aug 21
President recently sold €540k worth of stock On the 14th of August, David Gordon sold around 10k shares on-market at roughly €54.39 per share. This transaction amounted to 11% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. In the last 3 months, there was an even bigger sale from another insider worth €713k. David has been a net seller over the last 12 months, reducing personal holdings by €1.2m. Reported Earnings • Jul 30
Second quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: US$1.18 (vs US$1.10 in 2Q 2024) Second quarter 2025 results: EPS: US$1.18 (up from US$1.10 in 2Q 2024). Revenue: US$955.8m (up 5.7% from 2Q 2024). Net income: US$54.8m (up 4.5% from 2Q 2024). Profit margin: 5.7% (down from 5.8% in 2Q 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 7.5% growth forecast for the Hospitality industry in Italy. Announcement • Jul 30
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Declares Quarterly Dividend, Payable on August 26, 2025 The Board of Directors of The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated declared a quarterly dividend of $0.27 per share to be paid on August 26, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 12, 2025. Board Change • Jul 10
Insufficient new directors There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 2 experienced directors. 5 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Adam Gordon was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Jul 09
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated to Report Q2, 2025 Results on Jul 29, 2025 The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated announced that they will report Q2, 2025 results After-Market on Jul 29, 2025 Announcement • Jul 02
The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Introduces New Flavor: Peach Perfect with Raspberry Drizzle The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated is celebrating its favorite holiday - National Cheesecake Day - on July 30 by introducing its newest flavor: Peach Perfect with Raspberry Drizzle - peach cheesecake swirled with peaches, on a vanilla crust, finished with raspberry sauce. For every slice of Peach Perfect with Raspberry Drizzle sold through July 29, 2026, The Cheesecake Factory will donate 25 cents to Feeding America®?, the largest hunger-relief organization in the United States, with a nationwide network of partner food banks, agencies, food pantries and meal programs helping to provide billions of meals to people facing hunger. The Cheesecake Factory has donated more than $6.8 million to Feeding America since 2008 through the sale of its specially designated cheesecakes. Additionally, guests who sign up for Cheesecake Rewards®? by National Cheesecake Day can dine-in with their party of up to six people on July 30 and everyone can enjoy any slice of The Cheesecake Factory's more than 30 legendary flavors of cheesecake - including the new Peach Perfect with Raspberry Drizzle- for half price. Cheesecake Rewards is The Cheesecake Factory's unique rewards program that is available nationwide. The program is free to join and provides members with personalized surprises throughout the year, access to online reservations and special celebrations - like this exclusive National Cheesecake Day offer on July 30. Donations made on slices sold at all The Cheesecake Factory restaurants in the U.S.A., including Puerto Rico. Offer valid July 30, 2025 for dine-in only. At least one member of party must be enrolled as a Cheesecake Rewards member by July 30, 2025. One discounted slice of cheesecake or layer cake per dine-in guest per party. Maximum of six discounted slices per party. One time use only. Each guest must be present to redeem. Offer only valid at restaurants in the U.S., including Puerto Rico. 
