The Panic-Proof Portfolio (Stockchase Research)Darden RestaurantsDRIPAST TOP PICKJan 12, 2023
(A Top Pick Jun 23/22, Up 33%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with DRI has achieved its objective at $152. To remain disciplined we recommend covering half the position at this time and to maintain the stop-loss at $135. If triggered, this would result in a net investment gain of 25%.
(A Top Pick Jun 23/22, Up 38.3%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly
Our PAST TOP PICK with DRI has triggered its stop at $158. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. When combined with our previous recommendation to cover half of the position, this will result in a net investment gain of 35%.
(A Top Pick Jun 23/22, Up 22.3%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with DRI is progressing well. To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop to $135 at this time.
(A Top Pick Jun 23/22, Up 25.4%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with DRI is progressing well. To remain disciplined, we now recommend trailing up the stop (from $117) to $125.
(A Top Pick Jun 23/22, Up 14.6%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK is progressing well. We now recommend trailing up the stop (from $98) to $117.
Allan Tong’s Discover Picks Looking forward, management's forecast is positive, but realistic. Earnings are expected to be $7.40-8.00 per share compared to $7.40 in fiscal 2022 as comparable-store sales should increase by 4-6%. The company will open up to 60 new restaurants, which doubles 2021's expansion rate. Also, Darden raised its dividend by 10%. It currently pays a robust 3.67%, based on a low 59% payout ratio. Darden trades at a 17.83x PE, just slightly higher than its 17x forward PE, but far below the 31.6x industry average. Read 3 Options to Profit from Falling Crude Oil for our full analysis.
Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly The owner of such iconic brands as Red Lobster, Olive Garden and Longhorn Steakhouse. As customers return to sit down dining, earnings will look to expand quickly. Recently reported earnings beat expectations and support an impressive 32% ROE. The dividend was increased by 10%, the 3rd boost since the pandemic began. We recommend a stop loss at $98, looking to achieve $152 -- upside over 32%. Yield 3.87% (Analysts’ price target is $151.59)
It has been hit by many downgrades. He expects a disappointing report next week due to food and labour inflation, plus a cash-strapped consumer. Also, they are sensitive to fuel costs.
The market prefers Growth at a Reasonable Price (GARP) stock as rates rise and tech is unfashionable. The PEG ratio is a key metric. These shares pay big dividends or buyback shares. Their latest quarter disappointed, taking a big hit from Omicron and food inflation. But the former is now behind us and food inflation could peak in the second half this year. If you buy now, you can benefit later with this stock. Trades at 17x earnings and pays a 3.5% dividend yield. A well-run restaurant chain.