Bloomin' Brands: Stock Explodes Higher, But Performance Still Lags

Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) delivered a better-than-expected Q1, with a 40% stock rally driven by positive comps and EPS growth. Q1 revenues rose 1.0% to $1.06B, with positive comps in all brands except Outback; Bonefish Grill led at 6.1%. Margins remained largely stable year-over-year, with adjusted EPS at $0.67, a $0.10 beat, aided by restructuring adjustments.