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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 (NYSE: QSR) announced that affiliate HL1 17 LP has given an exchange notice to convert 17,626,570 Class B exchangeable units into an equal number of RBI common shares, and RBI LP intends to satisfy the exchange with delivery of common shares. The Selling Shareholder has commenced an underwritten registered public offering of up to 17,626,570 common shares, and expects a forward sale agreement with BofA Securities covering up to that amount.
Settlement of the Exchange and the forward sale is expected on or before December 3, 2025. RBI will not sell shares or receive proceeds from the offering.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) and CPE announced a joint venture to scale Burger King China from ~1,250 restaurants today to over 4,000 by 2035. CPE will invest $350 million of primary capital at close to fund expansion, marketing, menu innovation, and operations. After closing, CPE will own ~83% of the business and RBI will retain ~17% and a board seat. A 20-year master development agreement grants exclusive rights to develop Burger King in China. RBI will begin recognizing royalties from the business with a step-up to historical rates over time. Transaction expected to close in Q1 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) announced two senior U.S. and Canada leadership changes on November 4, 2025. Peter Perdue, a 12‑year RBI veteran and former COO of Burger King U.S. & Canada, was appointed President of Popeyes, U.S. and Canada, succeeding Jeff Klein who will be leaving the company. Nicolas Henrich was named Chief Operating Officer of Burger King, U.S. and Canada, succeeding Perdue. Announcements highlight Perdue's role in Burger King's operations turnaround and Henrich's franchise, finance, and supply‑chain experience; management will focus on unlocking share gains at Popeyes and driving Burger King operational excellence.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) reported third-quarter 2025 results for the period ended September 30, 2025: Consolidated system‑wide sales +6.9% YoY, Comparable Sales +4.0%, and International Comparable Sales +12.1%. GAAP income from operations was $663M and diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.96. Adjusted Operating Income (AOI) was $702M with organic AOI growth of 8.8%; Adjusted EPS was $1.03 (nominal growth +10.7%). Net leverage was reported at 4.4x. Management said RBI remains on track for 8%+ organic AOI growth for 2025 and highlighted strength in Tim Hortons and International segments.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) warned shareholders on October 15, 2025 about an unsolicited mini-tender offer from New York Stock and Bond LLC to buy up to 10,000 shares (~0.002% of outstanding) at US$28.80 per share. RBI noted that US$28.80 is a 54.89% discount to the NYSE closing price of US$63.85 on September 16, 2025 and does not endorse the offer. RBI recommends shareholders do not tender and reminds those who already tendered they can withdraw within 14 days following delivery of their acceptance form per the offer documents. The release cites SEC and CSA guidance warning investors about mini-tender risks and provides links for broker and investor resources.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) rescheduled its third quarter 2025 financial results release to Thursday, October 30, 2025. The company will host an investor conference call the same morning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The call will be webcast on the investor relations site and a replay will be available for 7 days after the release.
Dial-in access is provided for U.S., Canadian and international callers with access code 078506. Investors can use the webcast or the listed dial-in numbers to participate.
Popeyes (NYSE:QSR) has announced major expansion plans in Mexico through new development agreements with regional franchisees. The company plans to open more than 300 new restaurants over the next 10 years across Mexico's Northwest, West, Central, and Southeast regions.
The expansion will be executed through partnerships with four franchisee groups: Star Louisiana (West region), Border Crunch (Northwest region), Grupo Euro (Central region), and Grupo Berny (Southeast region). The initiative is expected to create thousands of new local jobs and introduce Popeyes' signature products, including their famous chicken sandwich, to new Mexican markets.
This expansion is part of Popeyes' broader international growth strategy, following recent openings in Costa Rica, Italy, and the Balkans. The brand currently operates in more than 45 countries worldwide.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) has issued a warning to shareholders regarding an unsolicited mini-tender offer from Ocehan LLC. The offer seeks to purchase up to 50,000 RBI common shares (approximately 0.02% of outstanding shares) at CAD $66.50 per share, representing a significant 24.81% discount to the TSX closing price of CAD $88.44 as of August 20, 2025.
RBI strongly recommends shareholders reject the offer and emphasizes it has no association with Ocehan. The company highlights that mini-tender offers, which target less than 5% of shares, often avoid standard securities regulations and may confuse investors about pricing, as noted by both the SEC and CSA.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) has scheduled its third quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The company will host an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day.
The earnings call will be accessible via webcast on RBI's investor relations website, with a replay available for 30 days. Investors can also join through dial-in numbers provided for U.S., Canadian, and international callers using access code 078506.
Restaurant Brands International (NYSE:QSR) has announced the renewal of its Normal Course Issuer Bid (NCIB) program, allowing for share repurchases up to $1 billion through September 30, 2027. The new authorization replaces the previous two-year program that expires September 30, 2025.
Under the renewed NCIB, QSR can purchase up to 32,326,078 common shares, representing 10% of its public float, during the period from September 16, 2025, to September 15, 2026. Purchases will be made through the TSX, NYSE, and alternative trading systems, with daily repurchases on TSX limited to 237,040 shares. Despite this authorization, the company emphasizes its priority remains focused on debt reduction in the near term.