Restaurant Brands International Earnings Beat as Burger King's U.S. Business Soars Restaurant Brands International reported second-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations on Thursday, driven by robust growth in Burger King’s U.S. operations. The company’s results highlighted a turnaround for the once-struggling burger chain, though shares of Restaurant Brands fell over 1% in early trading as weaker performance from its other brands overshadowed the positive news. The earnings report revealed that Restaurant Brands’ net income attributable to shareholders rose to $507 million, or $1.45 per share, compared to $189 million, or 57 cents per share, in the same period last year. Excluding one-time costs such as transaction fees and advisory expenses, the company’s adjusted earnings came in at $1.07 per share. Net revenue increased by 4.5% to $2.52 billion. Burger King’s U.S. same-store sales surged 8.5% during the quarter, marking a significant rebound from previous quarters. The chain’s turnaround strategy, which includes restaurant renovations, targeted marketing campaigns, and a focus on core menu items like the Whopper, has helped it reclaim market share. This performance contrasts sharply with McDonald’s, which reported U.S. same-store sales growth of just 0.8% for the quarter. McDonald’s executives expressed disappointment with the results and recently appointed a new U.S. president to drive sales growth. Burger King’s success has also been attributed to its consistent value offerings, such as $5 duos and $7 trios, which have outperformed McDonald’s frequent changes to its value menu. Tom Curtis, Burger King U.S. President, told CNBC that the chain’s stability in promotions has contributed to its strong performance.#mcdonalds #burger_king #restaurant_brands_international #tim_hortons #popeyes_louisiana_kitchen
A man woke up outside a Burger King and claimed to have ‘amnesia’. A new documentary reveals he may be tied to cold cases A man found naked and unconscious behind a Burger King in rural Georgia in 2004 claimed to have no memory of his identity, sparking a decades-long mystery. Known as “Benjamin Kyle,” the man wandered through life without a social security number or government ID, relying on strangers, doctors, and filmmakers to piece together fragments of his past. A new two-night, four-part docuseries by Investigation Discovery delves into the case, suggesting the man may be linked to multiple cold cases and a powerful Midwestern crime family. The documentary, titled The Many Lives of Benjaman Kyle, follows filmmakers Shannon and Eric Evangelista, founders of Hot Snakes Media, who initially aimed to help the man recover his identity. Instead, they uncovered inconsistencies in his story and witness accounts pointing to a darker truth. In 2015, genetic genealogists identified the man as William Burgess Powell, an Indiana resident who disappeared in 1976. Powell, now 77, had lived in obscurity for nearly 30 years, struggling to navigate daily life without legal documents. Powell’s disappearance in 1976 remains unsolved. His car was found abandoned in Indiana, and his family believed he had died. When he was finally identified in 2015, he was 67 years old and able to obtain legal ID and access government assistance. However, the documentary suggests his past may be far more complex. Evangelista claims Powell may never have suffered from amnesia and could have ties to a notorious crime family in Lafayette, Indiana, and to George Keck, a suspect in the 1977 murder of Purdue University student Kristine Kozik.#burger_king #benjaman_kyle #shannon_evangelista #eric_evangelista #lafayette_indiana
Mother’s Day Deals: 16 Food and Drink Offers to Celebrate with Family Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show appreciation for mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, and other maternal figures in one’s life. While the occasion often involves thoughtful gestures, it doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag. A variety of restaurants and food brands are offering exclusive deals to make the celebration more affordable. From free meals to discounted items, these promotions span across the country and online, providing options for those looking to honor their loved ones without breaking the bank. Burger King’s Royal Perks rewards members can enjoy a free Whopper when they purchase one on May 10. The deal is available both online through BK.com and via the Burger King app. Customers can find participating locations by checking the brand’s website or app. Edible Arrangements, known for its fruit baskets, is offering two special promotions for Mother’s Day. From May 5 to May 8, customers can save 15% on select arrangements using the promo code LUVMOM15. From May 9 to May 11, a $10 discount is available on pickup orders with the code LUVMOM10. Items labeled “Mother’s Day” or “Mom” on the holiday page are eligible for these discounts. Orders can be placed for delivery or picked up at local stores. Einstein Bros. Bagels is giving out one free heart-shaped bagel with every half dozen, dozen, or brunch box order placed between May 7 and May 10. The offer applies to online, in-app, and in-bakery orders. Customers can locate nearby locations through the brand’s website or app. KFC rewards members can receive free delivery on any digital order placed between May 8 and May 11. No promo code is required for this deal, making it easy for customers to take advantage of the offer.#burger_king #edible_arrangements #einstein_bros_bagels #kfc #new_yorker_bagels
