Casual-Dining Brands Bolster Cash Reserves in Uncertain Financial Future
Some casual-dining brands are switching their operation model and increasing liquidity as they chart through several unknowns during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outback Steakhouse
Bloomin’ Still Considering Sale of Company, Other Options
Three months after announcing the exploration of strategic alternatives, Bloomin’ Brands is not ready to sell—a
Bloomin’ Executive Chairman Steps Down, Two Execs Depart
Bloomin’ Brands, the parent company of Outback Steakhouse, announced Thursday a restructuring of leadership, including two executives departing and Elizabeth Smith stepping down as executive chairm ...
Activist Seeks More Seats on Bloomin’s Board
Activist investor Jana Partners announced Monday in a filing that it will nominate two people to the Bloomin’ Brands eight-member board of directors, and a third, if it’s an option. ...
Why is Outback Mulling Over a Sale?
Bloomin’ Brand’s decision to explore strategic alternatives, including a possible sale of the comp
Outback Steakhouse Parent Considering a Sale
Bloomin’ Brands has put itself up for sale, the company announced Wednesday morning during its third-quarter review.
Outback Strikes Major Delivery Deal, But That's Only Half the Story
Outback hinted in August that Tuesday’s news was coming. But you really have to stretch back further to understand why it’s not just another delivery announcement.
Outback Kicks 'The Drug of Discounting'
Be wary of “the drug of discounting.” That’s the message from Bloomin’ Brands chief executive officer David Deno.
Bloomin's Fast Casual Concept, Aussie Grill, to Open in Tampa
Aussie Grill, a fast-casual concept from Bloomin’ Brands, operator of Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s, Bonefish, and Fleming's, is expected to open in April.
Outback's Delivery Investment Pays Off
Bloomin’ Brands chief executive officer Liz Smith is confident the momentum Bloomin’ Brands—especially with Outback Steakhouse—has gained over the past eight quarters will continue in 201 ...
