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Restaurant Brands International's Solid Q1 2026 Performance

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI) has reported compelling financial outcomes for the first quarter of 2026, showcasing not just resilience but significant growth across its brands. The company, which oversees well-known names like Tim Hortons, Burger King, Popeyes, and Firehouse Subs, saw a 6.2% increase in consolidated system-wide sales year-over-year, reaching nearly $11.5 billion. A notable contributor to this growth was the international sector, which alone reported an 11.1% increase in sales.

Key Financial Highlights

The quarter ending March 31, 2026, marked an impressive rebound when compared to the same period in the previous year. Here's a closer look at some operational and financial highlights:

• - Net Restaurant Growth: RBI added 2.6% more restaurants, bringing the total to 32,985 locations.
• - Adjusted Operating Income (AOI) increased by 10.7%, rising to $610 million.
• - Net Income from continuing operations rose drastically to $445 million, up from $223 million in Q1 2025.
• - Diluted Earnings per Share reached $0.97, nearly doubling compared to the previous year.

Josh Kobza, CEO of RBI, expressed his satisfaction with these results, stating, "We delivered a strong start to the year, converting solid topline results into double-digit earnings growth while returning capital to shareholders… Tim Hortons and International each delivered their 20th consecutive quarter of positive comparable sales."

Sector Breakdown

• - Burger King (BK): The brand reported 5.8% growth in comparable sales and a rebound from past downturns, reflecting efforts to enhance customer engagement and the overall guest experience. The company is actively pursuing its