Cheesecake Factory Reports Strong Q1 Earnings, Boosts Shareholder Returns

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The Cheesecake Factory reported strong first-quarter fiscal 2026 results, with significant increases in revenue and net income, alongside a routine quarterly dividend declaration and ongoing share repurchases.

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• Strong Q1 Financial Performance

  Total revenues increased 6% to $978.8 million, with net income up 50% to $49.5 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2026.

• Significant EPS Growth

  Diluted net income per share rose 53% to $1.02, and adjusted diluted EPS increased 13% to $1.05.

• Positive Comparable Sales

  The Cheesecake Factory restaurants reported a 1.6% increase in comparable sales year-over-year.

• Quarterly Dividend Declared

  The Board of Directors declared a routine quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share, payable on May 26, 2026.

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The Cheesecake Factory delivered robust financial performance in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with total revenues increasing 6% to $978.8 million and net income surging 50% to $49.5 million. Diluted EPS rose 53% to $1.02, and adjusted diluted EPS increased 13% to $1.05, demonstrating strong operational execution. Comparable restaurant sales at The Cheesecake Factory also saw a positive increase of 1.6%. This strong quarter is further supported by the company's continued commitment to shareholder returns, including a routine quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share and $19.2 million in share repurchases during the quarter under its existing program. This filing provides the full official financial details following earlier news reports.