Restaurants

DoorDash reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of 48 cents a share, compared with analyst estimates of 59 cents a share.

Wingstop shares jumped after the fast-casual chain topped profit expectations, even as domestic same-store sales declined and revenue missed forecasts.

Applied Materials shares surged after the semiconductor-equipment maker beat analysts’ quarterly earnings estimates.

Investors have worried about slowing consumer demand and higher operational costs.

Anheuser-Busch’s stock was up after fourth quarter earnings beat analyst expectations.

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Wall Street expects growth in both revenue and profits as the fast-food chain’s value-led strategies offset the challenge of a tough economy.

Advanced Micro Devices stock falls sharply even as the chip maker posts better-than-expected earnings and guidance.

Chipotle reports earnings after shares slid 34% in a year. Investors are watching closely for signs that customer traffic and pricing pressures are stabilizing.

Management outlined a detailed turnaround plan at investor day, but shares suggest Wall Street is still waiting for sustained execution.

Brinker topped earnings and revenue expectations and raised full-year guidance as Chili’s continues to outperform a sluggish restaurant sector.

The coffee chain posted positive year-over-year growth in its North American comparable sales.

Citi initiated coverage of Dutch Bros with a Buy rating and an $82 price target, citing strong brand momentum and a loyal, young customer base.

Dutch Bros, Monster Beverage, and Domino’s Pizza can expand through standout offerings, digital engagement, and riding consumption trends.

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Restaurants that can balance affordability, streamline operations, and create brand appeal are more likely to stand out in 2026.

Companies such as Starbucks, Chipotle, Dollar Tree, and Dollar General need to show they can generate the profit the market expects for 2026.

Lamb Weston reported 44 cents in earnings per share, compared with the 25-cents loss a year earlier thanks to restructuring costs.

Darden Restaurants, which owns Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, had a big jump in same-restaurant sales growth.

Nvidia trades lower after a report says its chip exports to China will be subject to a U.S. security review.

The homestyle restaurant chain reported October-quarter earnings after Tuesday’s market close.

Warner Bros. Discovery stock jumps as Paramount Skydance launches a hostile bid, just days Warner Bros. reached a deal to be bought by Netflix. Paramount rises sharply and Netflix tumbles.

The market has had a good year, but the 12 worst stocks in the S&P 500 were down an average of 50% headed into Monday’s trading.

Meatpackers are losing millions of dollars processing beef amid record high prices, but there are signs ranchers are preparing to grow their herd sizes.

Some people rethought their holiday travel plans during the 43-day government shutdown.