Cheesecake Factory: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
On a per-share basis, the Calabasas Hills, California-based company said it had profit of $1.14. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were $1.16 per share.
The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of 10 analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.06 per share.
The restaurant chain posted revenue of $955.8 million in the period, also surpassing Street forecasts. Nine analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $946.8 million.
_____
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
2 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Kleiner Perkins is having a very good week
Even while the tech industry is still fanning its face over Figma's hot IPO on Thursday, another significant tech IPO occurred this week: Ambiq Micro. On Wednesday, the chip maker for wearable devices saw its shares climb from the initial price of $24 to over $42 on Friday. There's one thing both companies have in common: Kleiner Perkins was a major investor. So it's been a very good week for the venerable venture firm. Just for fun, we've calculated the value of Kleiner Perkins' stake in each company. Kleiner sold 1,346,499 shares of Figma at the IPO price of $33, Figma disclosed, and could have sold as many as 2,756,020 shares at that price if the bankers exercised their option to nab additional shares. Given how much demand outstripped supply for shares of Figma, we're going to assume the bankers will snap up the full tranche (or they already have). Meanwhile, Kleiner still holds 52,364,374 shares of Figma, the company says. Share prices are still fluctuating wildly in heavy trading on Day 2, from about $110 to over $142, but closed Day 1 at $115, so we'll use that number. For Figma: An estimated $91 million returned from share sales and a remaining stake worth more than $6 billion (2,756,02 shares at $33 = $90,948,660, and 52,364,374 shares at $115 = $6,021,903,010). For perspective, this stake in Figma alone is worth 3x the last mega-funds the firm raised, which was $2 billion across two vehicles in 2024. By the way, the Kleiner partner who oversaw its investment was Figma board member Mamoon Hamid. Ambiq is a much smaller company and it was a much smaller IPO. It sold a total of 4 million shares and raised $96 million for itself in its IPO. Existing shareholders are subject to the classic 180 days lockup before they can sell. Kleiner holds 2,081,831 shares, the company disclosed. Shares are still trading at a premium to the IPO price as of Friday and closed Thursday at $43.85. So we'll use that price. Ambiq stake: $91.3 million (2,081,831 at $43.85 = $91,288,289). But wait! There's more. Kleiner is also having a good month and possibly year (Kleiner has declined comment for this story). The firm reportedly scored a decent return earlier this month as part of Google's deal to license tech from Windsurf and hire away its top talent. We don't know exactly how much of the $1.1 billion or so VCs obtained from the Windsurf deal went to Kleiner specifically. But TechCrunch's Marina Temkin reports the total return was about 3x the original funding. And at least one more Kleiner-backed company is waiting in the wings to IPO. Fleet tracking startup Motive Technologies raised $150 million led by Kleiner Perkins, with Ilya Fushman joining the board, the company announced this week. Bloomberg reported in December that Motive is gearing up for an IPO, potentially still in 2025. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Yahoo
2 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Search Business Group Launches Generative SEO Services in Southern California to Help Healthcare Providers Dominate AI Search
Fullerton, CA, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Search Business Group, a Latino-owned digital marketing agency based in Southern California, announced the launch of its new Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) services to help doctors, dentists, and veterinary practices rank on AI-driven search platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini. The new offering positions providers across the region to stay visible and competitive as patient search behavior shifts toward generative AI Arellano, Founder and Creative Director of Search Business Group, leads healthcare marketing innovation with a focus on inclusivity, data-driven strategy, and digital agency's healthcare-specific strategies have led to significant performance outcomes for practices across Orange County and beyond. One example includes New Generation Dentistry in Mission Viejo, which achieved a 300% increase in year-over-year revenue, a 60% increase in local search traffic, and a 70% rise in phone leads following a comprehensive campaign involving web development, SEO, and content optimization. Search Business Group is led by award-winning Creative Director Ron Arellano, whose background includes more than two decades of creative leadership across high-profile brands such as the NY Mets, T-Mobile, Bridgestone, and WeightWatchers. Under Arellano's direction, the agency has pivoted its expertise toward the healthcare sector, bringing global-level strategy to small and mid-sized practices. 'Doctors and specialists often lack access to custom marketing that reflects their unique voice and community,' said Arellano. 'Search Business Group fills that gap with culturally aware campaigns that produce real business results.' The agency has supported a wide range of providers—including orthodontists, oral surgeons, veterinary clinics, and med spas—by combining human-centered design with technical precision. Its approach emphasizes performance analytics, local SEO, and user-first content while also addressing representation and language equity in healthcare communications. As part of its forward-looking strategy, Search Business Group has also introduced Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) services to help healthcare providers rank in AI-driven search engines such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini. This positions clients to stay visible and competitive as consumer search behavior continues to evolve. Search Business Group's foundation is rooted in both innovation and inclusion. As a first-generation immigrant from Ecuador, Arellano brings a cultural fluency that informs the agency's work across diverse markets. Search Business Group continues to expand its reach while prioritizing equity, trust, and growth in healthcare marketing. About Search Business Group Search Business Group is a Fullerton, California-based digital marketing agency specializing in healthcare, dental, and veterinary marketing. The Latino-owned firm offers services in SEO, web design, web development, content strategy, and generative search optimization, helping healthcare providers improve digital visibility and patient engagement through performance-driven, culturally informed Results: A 528% increase in online patient forms from January to July 2025, generating over $1.4 million in estimated revenue through digital strategy and local SEO. Press inquiries Search Business Group Bianca Montalvo contactus@ 714-519-6290 1316 North Placentia Ave. Fullerton, CA 92831 A video accompanying this announcement is available at: in to access your portfolio
San Francisco Chronicle
3 minutes ago
- San Francisco Chronicle
Trump orders US nuclear subs repositioned over statements from ex-Russian leader Medvedev
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a warning to Russia, President Donald Trump said Friday he's ordering the repositioning of two U.S. nuclear submarines 'based on the highly provocative statements' of the country's former president, Dmitry Medvedev, who has raised the prospect of war online. Trump posted on his social media site that, based on the 'highly provocative statements' from Medvedev, he had 'ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions, just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that.' The president added, 'Words are very important, and can often lead to unintended consequences, I hope this will not be one of those instances.' It wasn't clear what impact Trump's order would have on U.S. nuclear subs, which are routinely on patrol in the world's hotspots, but it comes at a delicate moment in the Trump administration's relations with Moscow. Trump has said that special envoy Steve Witkoff is heading to Russia to push Moscow to agree to a ceasefire in its war with Ukraine and has threatened new economic sanctions if progress is not made. He cut his 50-day deadline for action to 10 days, with that window set to expire next week. The post about the sub repositioning came after Trump, in the wee hours of Thursday morning, had posted that Medvedev was a 'failed former President of Russia' and warned him to 'watch his words.' Medvedev responded hours later by writing, 'Russia is right on everything and will continue to go its own way.' And that back-and-forth followed earlier this week, when Medvedev wrote, 'Trump's playing the ultimatum game with Russia: 50 days or 10' and added, 'He should remember 2 things: 1. Russia isn't Israel or even Iran. 2. Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war. Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country.' Asked as he was leaving the White House on Friday evening for a weekend at his estate in New Jersey, about where he was repositioning the subs, Trump didn't offer any specifics. 'We had to do that. We just have to be careful,' the president said. 'A threat was made, and we didn't think it was appropriate, so I have to be very careful.' Trump also said, 'I do that on the basis of safety for our people' and 'we're gonna protect our people' and later added of Medvedev, 'He was talking about nuclear.' 'When you talk about nuclear, we have to be prepared,' Trump said. 'And we're totally prepared.' Medvedev was Russia's president from 2008 to 2012, while Putin was barred from seeking a second consecutive term, but stepped aside to let him run again. Now deputy chairman of Russia's National Security Council, which Putin chairs, Medvedev has been known for his provocative and inflammatory statements since the start of the war in 2022. That's a U-turn from his presidency, when he was seen as liberal and progressive. Medvedev has frequently wielded nuclear threats and lobbed insults at Western leaders on social media. Some observers have argued that with his extravagant rhetoric, Medvedev is seeking to score political points with Putin and Russian military hawks. One such example before the latest spat with Trump came on July 15, after Trump announced plans to supply Ukraine with more weapons via its NATO allies and threatened additional tariffs against Moscow. Medvedev posted then, 'Trump issued a theatrical ultimatum to the Kremlin. The world shuddered, expecting the consequences. Belligerent Europe was disappointed. Russia didn't care.'
