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title: "RBC upgrades Texas Roadhouse as expansion and margins improve"
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description: "RBC Capital upgraded Texas Roadhouse to Outperform, highlighting favorable beef price trends and strong traffic growth. In Q1 2026, revenue increased by 12.8% to $1.63B, with same-store sales up 7.1% despite higher menu prices. The chain is expanding with new U.S. and international locations, including a store in Seoul."
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# RBC upgrades Texas Roadhouse as expansion and margins improve

Analyst upgrade boost: RBC Capital raised Texas Roadhouse to Outperform, citing more favorable beef price trends ahead and durable traffic growth potential. Earnings defy inflation: Q1 2026 revenue rose 12.8% to $1.63B, with same-store sales up 7.1% despite higher menu prices. Expansion momentum: The chain is opening new U.S. and international locations, including a Seoul store and a relocation of its first restaurant.

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