Ware Michaela M sold $707K of EAT

Ware Michaela M (EVP, Chief Financial Officer) sold 3,030 shares of BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC (EAT) at $233.48 ($0.71M total) on 2026-09-01.

Original reporting
SEC EDGAR · Ware Michaela M
Published Sep 2, 2026, 8:56 PM UTC
Analysis
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Primary signal
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Relevance
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

Low
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Why it matters

The disclosed sale is the first public report of this transaction, providing fresh data for investors.

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Market read

New insider sale adds modest negative information but unlikely to move the stock significantly.

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What to watch

No 10b5‑1 plan and the CFO retains a sizable stake, suggesting confidence in long‑term outlook.

Relevance 5/10Novelty 4/10Timing: post‑market 2026‑09‑01 filing

Background

Form 4 filings disclose insider transactions; CFO sales are monitored for potential insight into company outlook.

Market effects

Minimal impact on restaurant sector; no broader industry signal.

U.S. equity market only; no regional effect.

None

Counterpoint

The sale could be a routine portfolio rebalancing rather than a bearish signal.

Key entities

  • Michaela M. Ware

    Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Brinker International.

  • Brinker International, Inc.

    U.S. restaurant operator (ticker BRKR).

Full insider trading history

This story covers one filing. See everything behind it: every insider buy and sell on record, 10b5-1 plans, late filings, and which officers and directors are trading.

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