Guggenheim Upgrades Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) to Buy

Guggenheim analyst Matthew DiFrisco upgraded Bloomin' Brands (NASDAQ: BLMN) from Neutral to Buy with a price target of $25.00.

The analyst comments "Following consecutive quarters of improving margins and FCF generation, we see Bloomin' in the early innings of a turnaround. In our opinion, sentiment remains low after management maintained guidance despite the 1Q19 beat. We recognize the ongoing sales drivers, buyback/marketing dry powder, and margin opportunities, all of which outweigh the recent commodity concerns. A SOTP analysis (potential concept unwind) and the improving International profile leave greater upside to our outlook."

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Shares of Bloomin' Brands closed at $18.23 yesterday.

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