Dine Brands Global (DIN) reported mixed results for the nine months ended September 30, 2025. Total Revenue grew 8.9% to $661.7M, but profitability was severely compressed, with Net Income falling nearly 51% YoY to $29.3M (Diluted EPS dropped to $1.90). Gross Profit declined 7.9% due to rising costs, particularly associated with newly acquired restaurants.
Operational Performance and Strategy: Q3 domestic same-restaurant sales showed Applebee’s growth (+3.1%), while IHOP and Fuzzy’s declined (-1.5% each). The Company-Owned Restaurant segment incurred a significant operating loss of ($
...