FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) will participate in the 28th Annual ICR Conference. Chief Executive Officer Andy Wiederhorn and Chief Financial Officer Ken Kuick will host a fireside chat on January 13, 2026 at 9:30 AM ET.
Institutional investors seeking 1x1 meetings should contact their ICR representative. The fireside chat will be webcast live and available for replay for 90 days at the Events & Presentations section of the FAT Brands Investor Relations website: https://ir.fatbrands.com/.
In the Jan 8 session, FAT declined 6.28%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Market Context
The stock moved -6.3% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite routine news s...
Analysis
The stock moved -6.3% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite routine news such as conference participation would fit prior instances where upbeat brand announcements coincided with selling pressure. Regulatory filings highlight accelerated debt of over $1,256.5 million and modest unrestricted cash of $2,052,000, alongside “substantial doubt” about going-concern status. These structural risks can overshadow otherwise neutral investor-relations events and keep sentiment fragile.
Key Figures
Q3 2025 Revenue:$140,009,000Q3 2025 Net Loss:$58,219,000Q3 2025 Interest Expense:$37,101,000+5 more
Q3 2025 Revenue
$140,009,000
Thirteen weeks ended September 28, 2025 (Form 10-Q)
Q3 2025 Net Loss
$58,219,000
Net loss attributable to FAT Brands Inc. in Q3 2025
Q3 2025 Interest Expense
$37,101,000
Interest expense in Q3 2025 reflecting sizable debt load
Current Portion of Debt
$1,263,470,000
Aggregate principal of Securitization Notes classified as current in Q3 2025
Unrestricted Cash
$2,052,000
Unrestricted cash at Q3 2025 quarter-end
Accelerated Principal
$1,256.5 million
Aggregate principal on franchise-backed notes accelerated per Nov. 21, 2025 8-K
Accrued Interest on Notes
$43.2 million
Accrued and unpaid interest on accelerated notes per Nov. 21, 2025 8-K
FB Resid Notes Principal
$158.9 million
Aggregate principal outstanding on FB Resid fixed rate secured notes per Dec. 2, 2025 8-K
First combined Fatburger & Buffalo’s Express opened in Dallas with launch promotions.
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Key Terms
8-k, 10-q, definitive proxy statement, securitization, +4 more
8 terms
8-kregulatory
"FAT Brands Inc. (FAT) filed an 8-K stating it furnished a press release"
An 8-K is a public report companies must file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to disclose major events or changes that shareholders should know about, such as leadership changes, mergers, financial surprises, or legal developments. It matters to investors because it acts like a breaking-news alert for a company’s health and prospects—providing timely facts that can affect stock value and investment decisions.
A 10-Q is a company’s required quarterly filing with U.S. regulators that provides updated financial statements, management discussion of results, and disclosures about risks, legal matters and operational changes. Think of it as a quarterly report card and progress update that lets investors track recent performance, spot trends or warning signs between annual reports, and make informed buy/sell decisions based on the latest verified financial and business information.
A Definitive Proxy Statement is a detailed document that a company sends to its shareholders before a big meeting, like voting on important decisions. It explains what's being voted on and gives important information so shareholders can make informed choices. It matters because it helps shareholders understand and participate in key company decisions.
securitizationfinancial
"whole business securitization financing subsidiaries and Twin Hospitality Group Inc."
Securitization is when a bank or company takes a bunch of loans or assets, like mortgages or car loans, and bundles them together into a single package. They then sell pieces of this package to investors, who receive regular payments from the borrowers. This process helps the original lender get money quickly and spreads the risk among many investors.
securitization notesfinancial
"aggregate principal amount of its Securitization Notes as current"
Securitization notes are bonds created by pooling financial assets—like loans or mortgages—and selling slices of the future payments to investors. Think of it as slicing a loaf of bread: each slice gets a portion of the loaf’s value and risk, so some slices pay more but carry more chance of loss. Investors care because these notes provide income tied to the underlying loans’ performance, and they vary widely in credit quality, yield, liquidity and sensitivity to prepayments or defaults.
secured notesfinancial
"notice of acceleration on its fixed rate secured notes"
Secured notes are loans issued as tradable bonds that are tied to specific assets—like a mortgage is tied to a house—so if the borrower can’t pay, holders have a legal claim on that collateral. For investors this usually means lower risk and higher chance of recovering money in a default, but returns tend to be smaller than for unsecured debt and the real safety depends on the value and legal strength of the pledged assets.
indenturefinancial
"UMB Bank, as trustee under the FB Resid Indenture, has declared"
An indenture is a legal agreement between a company that borrows money by issuing bonds and the people who buy those bonds. It explains the rules the company must follow, like paying back the money and keeping certain financial promises. This document helps both sides understand their rights and responsibilities.
going concernfinancial
"disclosed “substantial doubt” about its ability to continue as a going concern"
Going concern is the accounting assumption that a company will keep operating and meeting its obligations for the foreseeable future. The phrase matters most when a company or its auditors disclose substantial doubt about it, a formal warning that the business may not have enough resources to continue without raising money, restructuring, or selling assets. That language in a filing or press release signals elevated financial risk.
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT(Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT), a leading global franchising company and parent company of iconic brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, Twin Peaks, Fazoli’s and 13 other restaurant concepts, today announced their participation in the 28th Annual ICR Conference. Andy Wiederhorn, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, and Ken Kuick, Chief Financial Officer, will host a fireside chat on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, at 9:30 AM ET. Institutional investors interested in scheduling a 1x1 meeting with management should contact their ICR representative.
The fireside chat will be webcast live and available for replay for 90 days. It can be accessed under the Events & Presentations section of the FAT Brands Investor Relations website at https://ir.fatbrands.com/.
About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands
FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual, quick-service, casual and polished casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns 18 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli’s, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Smokey Bones, Hot Dog on a Stick, Buffalo’s Cafe & Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Pretzelmaker, Elevation Burger, Native Grill & Wings, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises and owns over 2,300 units worldwide. For more information on FAT Brands, please visit www.fatbrands.com.
AI-generated questions and answers. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.
When will FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) present at the 28th Annual ICR Conference?
FAT Brands will host a fireside chat on January 13, 2026 at 9:30 AM ET.
Who from FAT Brands will speak at the ICR Conference presentation?
Andy Wiederhorn, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, and Ken Kuick, Chief Financial Officer, will host the fireside chat.
How can investors watch the FAT Brands fireside chat for NASDAQ: FAT?
The session will be webcast live and available for replay for 90 days on the FAT Brands Investor Relations site at https://ir.fatbrands.com/ under Events & Presentations.
How can institutional investors schedule 1x1 meetings with FAT Brands management at the ICR Conference?
Institutional investors should contact their ICR representative to request a 1x1 meeting with FAT Brands management.
Where will the FAT Brands ICR Conference replay be hosted and for how long?
The replay will be hosted in the Events & Presentations section of the FAT Brands Investor Relations website and will be available for 90 days.
