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<p class="has-drop-cap">Bloomin’ Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: BLMN) recently <a href="https://investors.bloominbrands.com/news-releases/news-release-details/bloomin-brands-announces-2023-q4-financial-results" target="_blank" aria-label="announced (opens in a new tab)" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="deco-link">announced</a> its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023, revealing a mix of achievements and challenges that paint a detailed picture of the company’s current performance and future outlook.</p>
<h3 id="current-quarter-s-performance">Current Quarter’s Performance</h3>
<p>On a positive note, Bloomin’ Brands concluded the fourth quarter of 2023, with several financial highlights underscoring the company’s resilience and strategic focus. The reported diluted earnings per share (<a href="https://tokenist.com/investing/how-to-value-a-stock/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="deco-link">EPS</a>) stood at $0.45, while the adjusted diluted EPS, which provides a clearer picture by excluding specific one-time items, reached $0.75. This adjustment was primarily due to the $350 million share repurchase authorization, showcasing the company’s confidence in its financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders.</p>
<p>Total revenues for Q4 2023 reached approximately $1.194 billion, marking a 9.1% increase from Q4 2022’s $1.095 billion. This growth was attributed to the additional operating week in 2023, favorable foreign currency translation effects, and the net impact of restaurant openings and closures. However, the GAAP operating income margin saw a decrease, dropping from 7.7% in Q4 2022 to 4.8% in Q4 2023, primarily due to the 2023 Closure Initiative’s impacts.</p>
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<h3 id="blmn-eps-outperforms-for-q4-revenue-missed-slightly">BLMN EPS Outperforms for Q4, Revenue Missed Slightly</h3>
<p>When comparing the actual performance to the expectations set for the quarter, Bloomin’ Brands presented a mixed picture. The adjusted diluted EPS of $0.75 outperformed the anticipated EPS of $0.68, demonstrating the company’s ability to exceed profit expectations. However, while showing significant growth, the reported revenue of $1.194 billion narrowly missed the forecasted $1.2 billion target. This slight discrepancy highlights the competitive and unpredictable nature of the restaurant industry, especially in a post-pandemic landscape characterized by fluctuating consumer habits and economic challenges.</p>
<h3 id="future-guidance">Future Guidance</h3>
<p>Looking ahead, Bloomin’ Brands provided an optimistic financial outlook for the full year of 2024. The company expects U.S. comparable restaurant sales to range from flat to a 2% increase, reflecting cautious optimism in the face of ongoing market uncertainties. Adjusted diluted EPS is projected to be between $2.51 and $2.66, excluding the impact of Brazil’s tax legislation benefit and the additional 53rd week included in the 2023 financial results. This guidance indicates a strategic focus on growth and efficiency improvements across its operations.</p> <iframe src="https://tokenist.substack.com/embed" width="100%" height="320" style="border:1px solid #EEE; background:white;" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe>
<p><em>Disclaimer: The author does not hold or have a position in any securities discussed in the article.</em></p>
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