Commodity InflationManagement raised their forecast for commodity inflation, pointing to increased cost pressures from beef and other produce, which could lead to margin pressure if same-store sales remain below the 4% level.
Restaurant Group PressureAnalyst maintains a Hold rating due to the overall pressure seen in the restaurant group and the inability to fully determine the source and impact of individual headwinds.
Same-Store SalesThe company experienced a significant slowdown in same-store sales trends in February due to multiple headwinds, including weather and illness, which challenges investors in determining the duration of these pressures.