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News on Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) centers on its role as one of the world’s largest quick service restaurant companies and the owner of the Tim Hortons, Burger King, Popeyes and Firehouse Subs brands. Company announcements highlight system-wide sales across more than 32,000 restaurants in over 120 countries and territories, as well as developments that affect its franchise network, capital structure and strategic partnerships.
Investors following QSR news can expect regular updates on quarterly and annual financial results, including system-wide sales growth, comparable sales, net restaurant growth and segment performance for Tim Hortons, Burger King, Popeyes, Firehouse Subs, the International segment and the Restaurant Holdings segment. Earnings releases and related Form 8-K filings provide detail on revenues, adjusted operating income and other non-GAAP measures the company uses to describe its performance.
News flow also covers capital markets activity such as secondary offerings of common shares by large shareholders, forward sale agreements, and debt transactions including first lien senior secured notes. RBI issues press releases and files current reports when it enters into underwriting agreements, receives exchange notices for exchangeable units, or prices new securities.
Strategic and operational news includes items like the joint venture with an investment fund managed by CPE for Burger King China, which outlines new primary capital for that business and a long-term master development agreement for the Chinese market. Leadership updates at brand-level roles and participation in investor conferences are also part of the company’s news profile. For investors and observers, the QSR news stream offers insight into how RBI manages its global quick service restaurant portfolio, its franchise-focused structure and its long-term development plans.
Restaurant Brands International (QSR) has announced the renewal of its normal course issuer bid (NCIB), allowing the repurchase of up to US$300 million worth of common shares over the next year. This NCIB follows a previous authorization from August 2016 and permits the purchase of 30,000,015 shares, equating to 10% of the public float as of July 25, 2020. The purchases will occur through the TSX, NYSE, or other trading systems. Despite not buying shares in the last 12 months, RBI believes that the current market price represents a good investment opportunity.
Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) reported a substantial recovery in comparable sales, improving by 30 points from March to June 2020, with 93% of its restaurants open globally. Despite facing challenges due to COVID-19, the company achieved $6.482 billion in system-wide sales, although down from $8.445 billion in 2019. Notably, digital sales surged over 120% year-over-year. Adjusted net income dropped to $154 million from $331 million. The company maintains a strong liquidity position with $2.5 billion available and a commitment to long-term initiatives for brand development.
Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) will announce its second quarter 2020 financial results on August 6, 2020. An investor conference call is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time that same morning, which will be available via webcast on their investor relations website. The call can also be accessed using specific dial-in numbers for U.S., Canadian, and international callers. As one of the largest quick service restaurant companies, RBI has approximately $32 billion in annual sales and operates over 27,000 restaurants globally.
On June 29, 2020, Restaurant Brands International shared insights after 100 days of navigating the COVID-19 crisis. The company highlighted a notable recovery in sales, particularly in Burger King and Popeyes, due to enhanced digital innovation and improved delivery services. Tim Hortons showed a gradual return to form, with 90% of locations operational in Canada. Notably, RBI is repaying its revolving credit facility, signaling financial stability. The company also emphasized its commitment to diversity and sustainability through initiatives aimed at fostering an inclusive environment and reducing its environmental footprint.