Sales Growth, Financial Results, and Awards - Research Report on McDonald's, Wendy's, Chipotle, Brinker International, and Domino's

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NEW YORK, August 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Today, Investors' Reports announced new research reports highlighting McDonald's Corp. (NYSE: MCD), The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ: WEN), Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG), Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), and Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

McDonald's Corp. Research Report

On August 8, 2013, McDonald's Corp. (McDonald's) released its July 2013 comparable sales results. According to the Company, global comparable sales increased 0.7%, compared to flat growth in July 2012. US comparable sales increased 1.6% in July 2013, compared to a 0.1% drop in July 2012. Europe comparable sales declined 1.9%, compared 0.6% decline in July 2012. APMEA comparable sales declined 1.9%, compared to 1.5% decline in July 2012. Don Thompson, President and CEO of McDonald's, stated, "McDonald's Plan to Win and our three global growth priorities to optimize the menu, modernize the customer experience and broaden accessibility to Brand McDonald's continue to serve as our strategic roadmap - keeping us focused on delivering great-tasting, affordable meals in modern restaurants." Thompson commented, "In July, we delivered modest global comparable sales growth, relatively in-line with our expectations. Looking ahead, we remain focused on building market share and strengthening our position as our customers' favorite place and way to eat and drink." Mcdonalds also stated that it intends to announce August 2013 sales on September 10, 2013 at 7:00 a.m. The Full Research Report on McDonald's Corp. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-08-15/MCD]

The Wendy's Company Research Report

On August 13, 2013, The Wendy's Company (Wendy's) announced that it has sold 30 restaurants in the St. Louis Market to BB St. Louis, LLC, a partnership headed by current Wendy's franchisee and former NBA great Junior Bridgeman, along with current NBA star Chauncey Billups. Emil Brolick, President and CEO of Wendy's, said, "We are expanding our relationship with successful, well-capitalized franchisees with strong operating credentials and a commitment to our Image Activation reimaging program." According to Wendy, post this sale, Bridgeman- Wendy's second-largest franchisee, now has total or partial ownership of 196 Wendy's restaurants and this paves Billups' initial entry into the restaurant industry. The Full Research Report on The Wendy's Company - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-08-15/WEN]

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. Research Report

On August 13, 2013, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (Chipotle) announced that it has not amended its standards for responsibly raised beef. Chipotle stated that its beef, chicken, and pork continue to come from animals that are never given antibiotics or added hormones. Steve Ells, Founder, Chairman and co-CEO of Chipotle, explained, "Many experts, including some of our ranchers, believe that animals should be allowed to be treated if they are ill and remain in the herd. We are certainly willing to consider this change, but we are continuing to evaluate what's best for our customers, our suppliers and the animals." The Full Research Report on Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-08-15/CMG]

Brinker International, Inc. Research Report

On August 2, 2013, Brinker International, Inc. (Brinker International) released its Q4 FY 2013 and FY 2013 financial results (period ended June 26, 2013). Revenues increased 0.2% YoY to $730.1 million in Q4 FY 2013 and grew 0.9% YoY to $2.8 billion in FY 2013. Net income was down 1.4% YoY to $46.4 million in Q4 FY 2013 and up 8% YoY to $163.4 million in FY 2013. Diluted EPS was up 4.9% YoY to $0.64 in Q4 FY 2013 and up 17.6% YoY to $2.20 in FY 2013. Wyman Roberts, President and CEO of Brinker International, stated, "We are confident we will achieve our previously stated goal of doubling of our fiscal 2010 earnings per share next fiscal year, a full year ahead of schedule." For FY 2014 Brinker International expects diluted EPS, excluding special items to be between $2.70 and $2.85. The Full Research Report on Brinker International, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-08-15/EAT]

Domino's Pizza, Inc. Research Report

On August 14, 2013, Domino's Pizza, Inc. (Domino's) announced that Ammar Jali - its franchisee who has been awarded the esteemed International Franchise Association Gold Franny Award for operational excellence. According to the Company, Jali began his career with Dominos as a delivery driver in 1991 and currently owns 25 Domino's pizza stores in Pennsylvania and New York. Scott Hinshaw, Executive Vice President of Franchise Operations and Development at Domino's, said, "Ammar's personal commitment, leadership and determination to grow his franchise made him tremendously successful in 2012. The idea of beginning as a driver and working your way toward fulfilling the dream of becoming an award-winning franchise owner is what Domino's is all about. In fact, 90% of Domino's franchise owners in the U.S. started as drivers or pizza makers." The Full Research Report on Domino's Pizza, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-08-15/DPZ]

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