Buffalo Wild Wings (BWLD) Earnings: An Early Look

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Still, the big advantage that Buffalo Wild Wings has over its competitors is a strong balance sheet. By contrast, recent IPOs from casual-dining restaurant chains Chuy’s Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:CHUY) and Bloomin’ Brands Inc (NASDAQ:BLMN) have involved huge amounts of debt, leaving Buffalo Wild Wings looking like a much safer bet.

One place on which to focus your attention in next week’s report is how the company balances the huge demand for Buffalo Wild Wings’ restaurant experience, especially in the aftermath of the Super Bowl, with the pressures on chicken-wing prices. Given the fundamental importance of both of those factors, how they balance out could give you insight about the company’s future for years to come.

The article Buffalo Wild Wings Earnings: An Early Look originally appeared on Fool.com and is written by Dan Caplinger.

Fool contributor Dan Caplinger has no position in any stocks mentioned. You can follow him on Twitter @DanCaplinger. The Motley Fool recommends Buffalo Wild Wings, Chipotle, and Panera Bread. The Motley Fool owns shares of Buffalo Wild Wings, Chipotle, and Panera Bread.

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