Brinker International EAT Return on invested capital

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FAQ

What is Brinker International's return on invested capital?

Brinker International (EAT) reported return on invested capital of 27.6% in Q1 2026.

How has Brinker International's return on invested capital changed year-over-year?

Brinker International's return on invested capital increased by 50.4% year-over-year, from 18.3% to 27.6%.

What is the long-term trend for Brinker International's return on invested capital?

Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Brinker International's return on invested capital has grown at a 20.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 9.4% to 20%.

What does return on invested capital mean?

Net operating profit after tax (operating income taxed at the effective rate) divided by average invested capital (debt plus equity minus cash). Measures the after-tax return on all capital put to work in the business, independent of capital structure.