Restaurant Brands International

Restaurant Brands International

Restaurant Brands International (QSR) owns and franchises well-known quick-service brands including Tim Hortons, Burger King and Popeyes. Investors should know it operates a predominantly franchised model that generates recurring revenue through royalties, franchise fees and steady cash flow from company-owned restaurants. RBI’s growth thesis centres on international expansion, menu innovation and digital orders, while cost control and franchisee relations remain important to margins. Key risks include intense competition in fast food, fluctuations in commodity prices and currencies, and regulatory or labour pressures in different markets. The firm’s sizeable market capitalisation and diversified brand portfolio can offer exposure to global consumer trends, but performance can vary by region and economic cycles. This summary provides general information for educational purposes only and is not personal advice; investors should assess their own risk tolerance and consider seeking independent financial advice before acting.

Why It's Moving

Restaurant Brands International

QSR Hits 52-Week High on Global Momentum and Solid Q3 Momentum

Restaurant Brands International's stock surged to a 52-week high of $73.13, fueled by robust international sales growth and operational efficiencies across Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes. Investors are betting on the company's franchise recovery and expansion tailwinds to drive sustained profitability amid easing inflationary pressures.

Sentiment:
🐃Bullish
  • International sales jumped 12.1% in Q3 2025, powered by strong performances in Europe, Asia, and Latin America, signaling accelerating global demand.
  • Q3 earnings beat expectations with $1.03 EPS versus $1.00 forecast and $2.45B revenue topping $2.39B estimates, highlighting effective cost controls and menu innovations.
  • Secondary share offering by 3G Capital affiliate priced recently, with settlement by early December, alongside a steady 3.4% dividend yield bolstering investor confidence.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts suggest buying Restaurant Brands International stock as its target price indicates potential growth.

Above Average

Financial Health

Restaurant Brands International is performing well with strong profits and cash generation, indicating solid growth.

Average

Dividend

Restaurant Brands International's dividend yield of 3.49% offers a decent return for investors seeking income. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $24.40 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Global brand portfolio

Three major chains give exposure to different markets and customer segments, though regional performance can diverge.

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Franchise-driven model

A largely franchised structure can support predictable cash flow and capital-light expansion, but depends on healthy franchisee economics.

Cost and competition

Commodity prices, labour and intense sector competition influence margins, so watch operating leverage and cost management.

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