S&P revises Brinker outlook to positive on traffic growth and lower debt

Investing.com -- S&P Global Ratings has revised its outlook on Brinker International Inc (NYSE:EAT) to positive from stable, signaling potential upward momentum for the restaurant operator as robust traffic growth and debt reduction strengthen its credit profile. At the same time, the rating agency affirmed the Dallas-based company’s 'BB+' issuer credit rating, pointing to above-industry-average operational performance and a formal commitment to maintain lower debt levels.