News Summary
Recent developments in the investment landscape involving Texas Roadhouse, Inc. reveal a significant decrease in Truist Financial Corp’s stake. While Truist sold 10.9% of its shares, other firms like Brooklyn Investment Group and Park Place Capital Corp have increased their holdings. Texas Roadhouse’s stock performance remains strong, with a market cap of $11.06 billion and a recent quarterly earnings report showing a revenue growth of 12.7%. The company also declared a quarterly dividend, showcasing its commitment to investors amidst mixed analyst ratings.
Texas Financial Scene Gets a Shake-Up
In the Lone Star State, significant developments are unfolding in the investment world, particularly concerning Texas Roadhouse, Inc. The popular restaurant chain, renowned for its hearty steaks and signature bread with cinnamon butter, is under scrutiny as Truist Financial Corp has announced a reduction of its stake by 10.9% during the second quarter. Truist sold 5,324 shares, leaving it with approximately 43,602 shares of Texas Roadhouse, valued at around $8,172,000, which represents just 0.07% of the overall company.
Who’s Buying and Selling?
While Truist scales back its investment, other institutional investors are increasing their stakes in Texas Roadhouse. Notably, the Brooklyn Investment Group boosted its holdings by a remarkable 478.6% in the first quarter, now owning 162 shares valued at about $27,000. Additional new stakes include Bogart Wealth LLC, which invested $33,000, and WPG Advisers LLC, whose stake is valued at $59,000.
Farther Finance Advisors LLC also expanded its position by 22.8% in the second quarter, now holding 312 shares valued at $59,000. Meanwhile, Park Place Capital Corp increased its holdings by 459.1% in the first quarter, now owning 369 shares valued at $61,000. Remarkably, 94.82% of Texas Roadhouse’s stock is now controlled by hedge funds and institutional investors, indicating a robust confidence in the chain.
Stock Performance Overview
When discussing Texas Roadhouse’s stock performance, shares recently opened at $166.49, giving the company a market capitalization of $11.06 billion. The company’s price-to-earnings ratio stands at 25.42, with a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.28, attracting investor attention. Over the past year, Texas Roadhouse stock fluctuated, hitting a low of $148.73 and a high of $206.04. Currently, its 50-day moving average is $171.82, and the 200-day moving average is $177.14.
Latest Earnings Report
Earlier this month, Texas Roadhouse released its quarterly earnings report, posting earnings per share (EPS) of $1.86, which fell short of analysts’ expectations of $1.95 EPS. Despite this minor setback, the company’s revenue surged to $1.51 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $1.50 billion, and reflecting a year-over-year increase of 12.7%.
Dividends and Future Predictions
Texas Roadhouse continues to appreciate its investors, declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.68 per share, with payments scheduled for September 30th. This brings the annualized dividend to $2.72, yielding approximately 1.6%. Furthermore, the payout ratio stands at 41.53%, showcasing a healthy balance between profit distribution and reinvestment. Industry analysts are predicting an EPS of 7.23 for the current year, heightening excitement for the chain’s prospects.
Analyst Ratings: A Mixed Bag
In terms of analyst ratings, opinions on Texas Roadhouse vary. Goldman Sachs lowered its target price from $200.00 to $180.00 but maintains a “neutral” rating. Conversely, Weiss Ratings continues to endorse a strong “buy (b)” rating, with several analysts keeping their “buy” ratings and establishing a target of $212.00. Notably, one analyst rated the stock as a “Strong Buy,” while the consensus target stands at $196.10.
The story of Texas Roadhouse remains dynamic, with shifts in ownership stakes, strong revenue performance, and dividends that engage investors. As developments unfold, all eyes will be on this flourishing enterprise.
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