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TH International Limited reports developments for Tims China, the parent company of the exclusive master franchisees of Tim Hortons coffee shops in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau. News commonly covers quarterly and annual results, system sales, company-owned and franchised store activity, made-to-order stores, Tims Express locations, loyalty membership, and the company’s coffee, beverage, bakery, sandwich, and packaged-product offerings.
Recurring updates also address the company’s "Coffee + Freshly Prepared Food" strategy, menu platforms such as Light & Fit Lunch Box, sub-franchise and retail contribution, operating-cost initiatives, supply-chain efficiencies, sustainability-related product launches, and capital-structure actions involving convertible notes.
Tims China, the exclusive operator of Tim Hortons coffee shops in China (Nasdaq: THCH), has secured up to $65 million in financing from founding shareholders Cartesian Capital Group and Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR). The financing package includes $50 million in convertible notes, with $40 million issued at closing and the remaining amount to be funded over the next 7 months, contingent on certain conditions. The three-year notes can be converted into convertible preferred shares, which subsequently convert to ordinary shares at a 10% premium to the volume-weighted average price (VWAP) of the five preceding trading days.
Additionally, RBI has acquired the Popeyes China business from Tims China for an enterprise value of $15 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis. To settle deferred consideration to former Popeyes China shareholders, Tims China issued a $15 million convertible note with similar conversion terms. CEO Yongchen Lu highlighted that this funding package strengthens Tims China's balance sheet and supports growth in their core Tim Hortons brand.
Restaurant Brands International (RBI) has announced two significant transactions in China. RBI will acquire Popeyes China for an enterprise value of $15 million, which includes 14 restaurants in Shanghai. This move aims to accelerate growth in the Chinese market, with plans for local team investments and further restaurant development. Additionally, RBI and Cartesian Capital will co-invest up to $50 million in Tims China through convertible notes, increasing RBI's equity ownership to 18%. This funding will be issued in phases, with an initial $40 million at closing. RBI aims to drive growth in the Chinese QSR market, focusing on Popeyes and Tim Hortons brands.
Tims China (Nasdaq: THCH) reported Q1 2024 financial results with total revenues of RMB346.8 million (USD48.0 million), a 3.1% increase YoY. System sales increased by 7.1% YoY to RMB363.5 million (USD50.3 million). The company opened a net of 5 new stores, consisting of a net closure of 15 company-owned Tims stores, a net opening of 19 franchised Tims stores, and one new Popeyes store. Adjusted store EBITDA grew by 2.0% YoY to RMB6.1 million (USD0.8 million), with an EBITDA margin of 2.0%.
Registered loyalty members grew 63.6% to 20.3 million. The CEO highlighted product innovation, with 14 new beverages and 18 new food products launched. The CFO emphasized cost efficiency, with reductions in food, packaging, rental, and labor costs. Despite operational efficiencies, the company reported an operating loss of RMB129.4 million (USD17.9 million) and a net loss of RMB142.8 million (USD19.8 million). Adjusted net loss was RMB97.8 million (USD13.6 million), improved from RMB117.1 million YoY.
TH International (NASDAQ: THCH), the parent company of Tim Hortons coffee shops and Popeyes restaurants in China, will be participating in the EF Hutton Annual Global Conference 2024 in New York City on May 15. The CEO, Director, and Investor Relations team will be meeting with investors throughout the day. Tims China focuses on world-class execution, data-driven decision making, local relevance, innovation, community, and convenience.
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