Goldman Sachs analyst Christine Cho released her outlook for the restaurant industry in 2026, saying that the market environment is expected to become more “complex and diverse.” When selecting stocks in this sector, she listed some criteria investors should look out for: companies that are seizing market share, such as McDonald's, Domino's Pizza, and Brink International; companies undergoing business transformation and progress, such as Chipotle or international restaurant brands; and companies that are actively promoting store expansion, such as Wingstop or Yum!

Goldman Sachs analyst Christine Cho released her outlook for the restaurant industry in 2026, saying that the market environment is expected to become more “complex and diverse.” When selecting stocks in this sector, she listed some criteria investors should look out for: companies that are seizing market share, such as McDonald's, Domino's Pizza, and Brink International; companies undergoing business transformation and progress, such as Chipotle or international restaurant brands; and companies that are actively promoting store expansion, such as Wingstop or Yum!