BLMNConsumer Cyclical · RestaurantsThe 12 Wall Street analysts covering Bloomin' Brands, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $12 — +12.3% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 87 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Bloomin' Brands, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Accruals (95): Reported profit is backed by cash, and the company is not expanding recklessly.
Volatility (19): The share price moves around a lot.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on BLMN, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +12.3% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 6 moved their price target up and 1 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Neutral | $9.00 → $12 |
| 6 Aug 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $8.00 → $12 |
| 24 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 24 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | $9.50 → $8.75 |
| 7 May 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $7.00 → $9.00 |
| 7 May 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 7 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | $6.75 → $9.50 |
| 7 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 7 May 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 7 May 2026 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Neutral | $6.00 → $8.50 |
| 7 May 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | $6.00 → $9.00 |
| 7 May 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 24 Apr 2026 | JP Morgan | Downgrade | Underweight | — |
| 26 Feb 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 17 Dec 2025 | Freedom Capital Markets | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 7 Aug 2025 | BMO Capital | Maintains | Market Perform | — |
| 7 Aug 2025 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Sell | — |
| 6 Aug 2025 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 17 July 2025 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 14 July 2025 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. BLMN appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
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Higher than 85% of US dividend payers
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Zacks Investment Research highlighted Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) as a stock with strong recent momentum that is still trading at reasonable prices, noting it passed the firm's "Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain" screen.
Why it matters — The item signals that BLMN may appeal to value investors seeking momentum stocks at reasonable valuations.
Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) was upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. The report suggests this upgrade might drive the stock higher in the near term.
Why it matters — A BLMN watcher would care because the upgrade signals increased analyst confidence in the company's near-term earnings outlook.
Zacks Investment Research published a comparison of Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) and Shake Shack (SHAK), examining which stock offers better value for investors. The article poses the question of which restaurant stock provides more value.
Why it matters — BLMN watchers would care because the article directly compares the company's value proposition against a competitor in the restaurant space.
Bloomin' Brands was upgraded to Hold after a post-earnings rally, reflecting a more balanced risk/reward profile. Outback's same-store sales growth is driven entirely by pricing while traffic continues to decline, though Bonefish Grill and Fleming's outperform with traffic-driven growth and value-focused menu innovations that partially offset Outback's challenges.
Why it matters — A BLMN watcher would care because the piece highlights a balanced view after the earnings rally, pointing to sustainability concerns over Outback's pricing-only sales growth while noting strength at Bonefish Grill and Fleming's.
Bloomin' Brands, the owner of Outback Steakhouse, sees diners buying more expensive steaks, according to the report. (The headline also mentions an unrelated story about Google's leadership changes.)
Why it matters — For a Bloomin' Brands watcher, diners choosing pricier steaks points to customer trading up, which can influence the company's sales and check sizes.
The 12 Wall Street analysts covering Bloomin' Brands, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $12, with estimates ranging from $6 to $15. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 12 analysts covering Bloomin' Brands, Inc., 2 rate it a Buy, 8 a Hold and 2 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Bloomin' Brands, Inc. 87 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Bloomin' Brands, Inc. ranks 87 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Accruals (95 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 12 analysts implies +12.3% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Bloomin' Brands, Inc. 87 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Bloomin' Brands, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for BLMN are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $6 to $15 over the next 12 months.
Bloomin' Brands, Inc. returned +56.2% over the 12 months to 17 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Bloomin' Brands Inc. is a leading casual dining restaurant company that owns and operates a portfolio of well-known restaurant concepts in the United States and internationally.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 17 Aug 2026): "Why Fast-paced Mover Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) Is a Great Choice for Value Investors". Zacks Investment Research highlighted Bloomin' Brands (BLMN) as a stock with strong recent momentum that is still trading at reasonable prices, noting it passed the firm's "Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain" screen.
Bloomin' Brands Inc. is a leading casual dining restaurant company that owns and operates a portfolio of well-known restaurant concepts in the United States and internationally. Its primary brands include Outback Steakhouse, a casual steakhouse featuring steaks, bold flavors, and Australian-inspired decor; Carrabba's Italian Grill, offering authentic Italian cuisine based on family recipes; Bonefish Grill, specializing in fresh seafood, wood-grilled specialties, and seasonal dishes; and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, providing a contemporary take on the classic American steakhouse with prime steaks, award-winning wines, and exceptional service. The company manages its operations through U.S. and international segments, encompassing both company-owned and franchise locations that deliver diverse dining experiences across casual, polished casual, and fine dining categories. Bloomin' Brands Inc. emphasizes warm hospitality, quality food, and attentive service to create memorable moments for guests in the competitive restaurant industry. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Tampa, Florida, it supports a global network of restaurants focused on consumer appeal and franchise partnerships.
CEO Mr. Michael Spanos · 64,000 employees · United States · https://www.bloominbrands.com