Breaking News: Restaurant Brands International (RBI) is shaking things up with a secondary offering of common shares! This move, announced by RBI, involves a significant transaction that might impact investors and the company's structure. Let's dive in.
RBI, known by its ticker symbols (TSX: OSR) and (NYSE: QSR), revealed that an underwritten public offering has been priced. This offering involves up to 17,626,570 common shares. These shares are linked to an exchange notice from HL1 17 LP, an affiliate of 3G Capital Partners Ltd. The Selling Shareholder is exchanging their Class B exchangeable limited partnership units of RBI LP for an equivalent number of RBI common shares. RBI LP will fulfill this notice by providing the common shares.
Here's where it gets interesting: the Selling Shareholder has a forward sale agreement with BofA Securities. This agreement covers up to 17,626,570 common shares. BofA Securities, or its affiliates, are expected to borrow and sell 9,785,784 shares through the underwriter. They will also sell up to 7,840,786 shares to current investors who have expressed interest. The Selling Shareholder will deliver the shares sold in the offering to BofA Securities, and in return, will receive cash. This cash will be the public offering price, minus underwriting fees, as per the forward sale agreement. The entire process, including the settlement of the forward sale agreement and the exchange, is anticipated to be completed on or before December 3, 2025.
Important Note: RBI itself isn't selling any shares in this offering. The company won't receive any proceeds from the sale of these shares. The total number of Exchangeable Units and RBI common shares won't change due to these transactions.
BofA Securities is managing the offering. They may offer the common shares on the New York Stock Exchange, in the over-the-counter market, or through private transactions, at market or negotiated prices.
The offering is expected to close on November 17, 2025, but parts of it may close earlier, all subject to standard closing conditions. The offering is being made under a registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC). You can find the final prospectus supplement on the SEC's website. For more details, you can contact BofA Securities directly.
Disclaimer Alert: This press release isn't an offer to sell securities. It's crucial to understand that these securities can't be sold in any jurisdiction where it would be illegal. Also, the prospectus isn't recognized under Canadian securities laws.
About Restaurant Brands International, Inc.
RBI is a global giant in the quick-service restaurant industry. With over $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants across more than 120 countries, they are a major player. RBI owns iconic brands like TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. They're also committed to sustainability through their 'Restaurant Brands for Good' framework.
Forward-Looking Statements
This announcement includes forward-looking statements. These statements are based on management's expectations and are subject to risks. Actual results could differ. For more details, see RBI's filings with the SEC and on SEDAR in Canada. RBI isn't obligated to update these statements.
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