DRI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

DRI - Darden Restaurants, Inc.

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$210.59
-1.41 (-0.67%) ▼
5d: +0.88%
30d: +6.86%
90d: +7.46%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jun 25, 2026 1d
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Strength: 6.6/10

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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: DRI shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.5% growth. Moderate conviction.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$264.47
Based on 5.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$164.21
Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 17.7x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: DRI is currently trading at $210.59, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $196.65 to $209.39. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 18.5) is in line with its historical norms (17.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth.

Technical Outlook: Technically, DRI is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $210.43. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: DRI has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range $196.65 - $209.39
Company Quality Score 64/100 (BUY)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 60.5%

All Signals

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range
  • BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($226.23)
  • BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.5% growth with 5.9% revenue growth

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $196.65 - $209.39
Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $191.73
Resistance Level $210.43
Current Trend Downtrend
Technical data as of Jun 9, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 18.50
Wall Street Target $226.23 (+7.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 5.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -3.3%
Profit Margin 8.7%
Valuation Premium vs History +1.5% premium
PE vs Historical 18.5 vs 17.7 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +1.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $213.75 (+2%)
2-Year Target $216.96 (+3%)
3-Year Target $220.21 (+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 19→18) PE COMPRESSION $210.66 (0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 21.8, Growth: 7.2%) $304.96 (+45%)
Base: (SPY PE: 18.5, Growth: 7.2%) $259.07 (+23%)
Bear: (PE: 15.7, Growth: 7.2%) $220.21 (+5%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.47 | Current EPS (TTM): $9.50
Bull Case $281.30 (+33%)
Analyst growth 19.8%, PE expands to 24.7
Base Case $255.73 (+21%)
Market implied 19.8%, PE stable at 22.5
Bear Case $145.15 (-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: June 23, 2026 5:22 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
7
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Douglas J Milanes SELL 3620 shares 2026-04-17
Lindsay L Koren SELL 300 shares 2026-04-07
Ro Khanna SELL 2026-03-30

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