Darden Restaurants, Inc.
FAIR PRICE VALUATION
Updated daily
Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%
MARKET PRICE
$199.18
FAIR PRICE
$193.80
MARGIN
$5.38
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FPI RATING
High-quality fundamentals and consistent growth trajectory, but expensive valuation relative to fundamentals and weak profitability margins.
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How we calculate this ↗MARGIN OF SAFETY
A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.
SAFETY MARGIN
20%
Below fair value
ENTRY LEVEL
$155.04
Fair price × 0.80
DISTANCE
22.2%
Price to entry level
At the current price of $199.18, DRI trades 22.2% above the conservative entry level of $155.04. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $193.80 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.
Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗
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METHODOLOGY
How we calculate DRI's fair price
Darden Restaurants, Inc.'s fair price of $193.80 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Consumer Cyclical peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $199.18, DRI trades 2.7% above its calculated fair value.
DCF MODEL · 50%
Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting DRI's risk profile.
RELATIVE · 30%
Comparing DRI's valuation multiples against Consumer Cyclical peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.
ANALYST · 20%
Aggregated analyst price targets for DRI, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.
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What is the fair price of DRI?+
Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Consumer Cyclical peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Darden Restaurants, Inc. is $193.80. At the current market price of $199.18, DRI trades 2.7% above its calculated fair value.
Is DRI overvalued or undervalued?+
Darden Restaurants, Inc. is currently fair based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $199.18, which is 2.7% above the fair price of $193.80. The P/E ratio of 21.1x is a key metric in the valuation.
What is the margin of safety for DRI?+
With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $193.80, the conservative entry level for DRI is $155.04. At the current market price of $199.18, the stock trades 22.2% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.
How often is DRI's fair price updated?+
We update fair price calculations for DRI daily after market close. The current fair price of $193.80 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.
What factors affect DRI's fair price calculation?+
DRI's fair price of $193.80 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Consumer Cyclical peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 21.1x, ROE of 49.9%, and dividend yield of 3.77%.
Is DRI a good buy right now?+
At $199.18, DRI trades 2.7% above our fair value estimate of $193.80. The stock is currently fair. ROE stands at 49.9% (exceptional). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.
Does DRI pay dividends?+
DRI has a dividend yield of 3.77%.
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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.