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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549


FORM 8-K


CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 3, 2022


 RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC.
RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Canada001-3678698-1202754
Ontario 001-3678798-1206431
(State or other jurisdiction of (Commission(I.R.S. Employer
incorporation) File Number)Identification No.)

130 King Street West, Suite 300 M5X 1E1
Toronto, Ontario
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

(905) 339-6011
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class Trading SymbolsName of each exchange on which registered
Common Shares, without par value QSRNew York Stock Exchange
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
Title of each class Trading SymbolsName of each exchange on which registered
Class B exchangeable limited partnership unitsQSPToronto Stock Exchange





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Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On November 3, 2022, Restaurant Brands International Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release and supplemental financial and operational information regarding results for the three months ended September 30, 2022. The press release and supplemental financial and operational information are furnished as Exhibit 99 hereto.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

Exhibit
Number
  Description
104Cover Page Interactive Data File - the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document




SIGNATURES
    Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 
 RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC.
RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, by its general partner RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC.
Date: November 3, 2022 /s/ Matthew Dunnigan
 Name:Matthew Dunnigan
 Title:Chief Financial Officer


EXHIBIT 99
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Restaurant Brands International Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results

Consolidated system-wide sales grow 14%, including 12% at Popeyes, 13% at Tim Hortons and 14% at Burger King
Global comparable sales accelerate to 9%, led by 11% growth at Tim Hortons Canada and 15% at Burger King International
Digital sales grow 26% year-over-year to approximately $3.4 billion, representing a third of system-wide sales
RBI continues to return capital through its industry-leading dividend while investing in its brands and reducing net leverage


Toronto, November 3, 2022 - Restaurant Brands International Inc. (“RBI”) (TSX: QSR) (NYSE: QSR) (TSX: QSP) today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022.

José Cil, Chief Executive Officer of RBI commented, “Our strong results this quarter, including 9% consolidated comparable sales growth and 4% net restaurant growth, reflect the strength of our diversified, global business model, strong free cash flow generation and benefits from our focused investments in key areas including operations, technology, marketing, franchising, and people.”

“Tim Hortons remains a loved destination, with strong sales momentum driven by quality new menu items and great value for money, resulting in accelerated comparable sales growth versus 2019 levels.

Additionally, we are proud that our Burger King franchisees are behind our Reclaim the Flame plan to accelerate growth by engaging existing and new guests, with important investments in marketing, operations, digital, and remodels. Internationally, the Burger King business is driving strong results with over 20% system-wide sales growth for the quarter and remains a great example of the power of being guest-led in everything we do.

From a development standpoint, our compelling unit economics and years spent building quality partnerships with franchisees around the world continues to fuel our ability to expand our footprint alongside dedicated, well-capitalized franchisees,” continued Cil.

“We are fortunate to own iconic brands that offer great value for money with menu offerings that are loved by our guests. We will continue to provide guests with the value they love while driving results in a profitable way for our franchisees. I am incredibly proud of the hard work from our franchisees, team members and employees as they execute against our plans and work towards our big dream to build the most loved restaurant brands in the world,” concluded Cil.


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Consolidated Operational HighlightsThree Months Ended September 30,
20222021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth
    TH13.4 %11.1 %
    BK14.5 %12.3 %
    PLK12.3 %4.4 %
Consolidated (a)14.0 %10.8 %
    FHS (b)3.8 %19.3 %
System-wide Sales (in US$ millions)
    TH$1,945$1,774
    BK$6,668$6,212
    PLK$1,532$1,392
    FHS$289$
Consolidated (a)$10,434$9,378
    FHS (b)$$278
Net Restaurant Growth
    TH5.2 %4.1 %
    BK2.5 %1.3 %
    PLK8.9 %5.5 %
Consolidated (a)3.9 %2.4 %
    FHS (b)2.5 %2.0 %
System Restaurant Count at Period End
    TH5,4055,137
    BK19,40118,923
    PLK3,9283,607
    FHS1,234
Consolidated29,96827,667
   FHS (b)1,204
Comparable Sales
    TH9.8 %8.9 %
    BK10.3 %7.9 %
    PLK3.1 %(2.4)%
Consolidated (a)9.1 %6.5 %
    FHS (b)0.0 %14.9 %

(a) Consolidated system-wide sales growth, consolidated net restaurant growth and consolidated comparable sales do not include the results of Firehouse Subs for all of the periods presented. Consolidated system-wide sales do not include the results of Firehouse Subs for 2021.
(b) 2021 Firehouse Subs figures are shown for informational purposes only, consistent with its fiscal calendar.

Note: System-wide sales growth and comparable sales are calculated on a constant currency basis and include sales at franchise restaurants and company-owned restaurants. System-wide sales are driven by sales at franchise restaurants, as approximately 100% of current restaurants are franchised. We do not record franchise sales as revenues; however, our royalty revenues and advertising fund contributions are calculated based on a percentage of franchise sales. Additionally, if a restaurant is closed for a significant portion of a month, the restaurant is excluded from the monthly comparable sales calculation.


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Consolidated Financial Highlights
Three Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions, except per share data)20222021
(Unaudited)
Total Revenues$1,726 $1,495 
Net Income$530 $329 
Diluted Earnings per Share$1.17 $0.70 
TH Adjusted EBITDA(1)
$305 $278 
BK Adjusted EBITDA(1)
$262 $272 
PLK Adjusted EBITDA(1)
$62 $57 
FHS Adjusted EBITDA(1)
$13 $— 
Adjusted EBITDA(2)
$642 $607 
Adjusted Net Income(2)
$436 $353 
Adjusted Diluted Earnings per Share(2)
$0.96 $0.76 
Nine Months Ended September 30,
20222021
(Unaudited)
Net cash provided by operating activities$1,067 $1,255 
Net cash (used for) provided by investing activities$(66)$(69)
Net cash (used for) provided by financing activities$(1,111)$(970)
LTM Free Cash Flow(2)
$1,450 $1,452 
Net Debt$12,452 $11,185 
Net Leverage(2)
5.2x5.2x

(1)TH Adjusted EBITDA, BK Adjusted EBITDA, PLK Adjusted EBITDA and FHS Adjusted EBITDA are our measures of segment profitability.
(2)Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings per Share, LTM Free Cash Flow, and Net Leverage are non-GAAP financial measures. Please refer to "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for further detail.
Commencing upon the acquisition of Firehouse Subs in December 2021, we have four operating segments: Tim Hortons (TH), Burger King (BK), Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (PLK) and Firehouse Subs (FHS). Our financial results and operational highlights are disclosed based on these segments each quarter.
The year-over-year increases in Total Revenues on an as reported and on an organic basis were primarily driven by increases in system-wide sales at Tim Hortons, Burger King and Popeyes. On an as reported basis the increase was also driven by the inclusion of Firehouse Subs, partially offset by unfavorable FX movements.

The year-over-year increase in Net Income was primarily driven by income tax benefit in the current year compared to an income tax expense in the prior year, increases in segment income in our TH and PLK segments, the inclusion of FHS segment income, a favorable change from other operating expenses (income), net, and the non-recurrence of a loss on early extinguishment of debt. These factors were partially offset by unfavorable FX movements, a decrease in BK segment income, an increase in share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense, an increase in Corporate restructuring and tax advisory fees, and an increase in interest expense, net.

The year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA on an as reported basis was primarily driven by increases in TH and PLK Adjusted EBITDA as well as the inclusion of FHS Adjusted EBITDA, partially offset by unfavorable FX movements which impacted TH and PLK Adjusted EBITDA and drove a decrease in BK Adjusted EBITDA.
The year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA on an organic basis was primarily driven by increases in TH, BK and PLK Adjusted EBITDA.
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The year-over-year increase in Adjusted Net Income was primarily driven by a decrease in adjusted income tax expense, increases in Adjusted EBITDA in our TH and PLK brands and the inclusion of FHS Adjusted EBITDA, partially offset by unfavorable FX movements, a decrease in Adjusted EBITDA in our BK brand, and increases in share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense.
War in Ukraine

During the first quarter of 2022, we shared a number of actions that we have taken to date as a result of the events related to Russia's military invasion of Ukraine. Burger King is our only brand with restaurants in Russia, all of which are operated under a master franchise arrangement. We suspended all corporate support for the Russian market, including operations, marketing, and supply chain support in addition to refusing approvals for new investment and expansion.

While we currently include results from our franchised restaurants in Russia within reported key business metrics, we do not expect to generate any profits from restaurants in Russia in 2022. During the third quarter, these restaurants had an estimated $12 million, or 2%, negative impact on our year-over-year organic adjusted EBITDA growth.

Below are the RBI consolidated and BK segment operational highlights excluding the results from Russia for the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021. Refer to page 26 for the RBI consolidated and BK segment quarterly operational highlights excluding the results from Russia for 2021.

Consolidated Operational Highlights (excluding Russia)Three Months Ended September 30,
20222021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth
    BK13.6 %11.7 %
Consolidated (a)13.4 %10.4 %
System-wide Sales (in US$ millions)
    BK$6,346$6,017
Consolidated (a)$10,112$9,182
Net Restaurant Growth
    BK2.5 %1.3 %
Consolidated (a)3.9 %2.4 %
System Restaurant Count at Period End
    BK18,58118,131
Consolidated29,14826,875
Comparable Sales
    BK9.6 %7.4 %
Consolidated (a)8.6 %6.1 %

(a) Consolidated system-wide sales growth, consolidated net restaurant growth and consolidated comparable sales do not include the results of Firehouse Subs for all of the periods presented. Consolidated system-wide sales do not include the results of Firehouse Subs for 2021.


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COVID-19 and Macro Economic Environment

The global crisis resulting from the spread of coronavirus (“COVID-19”) impacted our global restaurant operations for the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, though in 2022 the impact was more modest than in the prior year. During the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, substantially all restaurants remained open, some with limited operations, such as drive-thru, takeout and delivery (where applicable), reduced, if any, dine-in capacity, and/or restrictions on hours of operation. Certain markets periodically required temporary closures while implementing government mandated lockdown orders. For example, while most regions have eased restrictions, increases in cases and new variants caused certain markets, including China, to re-impose temporary restrictions as a result of government mandates. We expect local conditions to continue to dictate limitations on restaurant operations, capacity, and hours of operation. COVID-19 has also contributed to labor challenges, which in some regions resulted in reduced operating hours and service modes at select restaurants as well as supply chain pressures.

During 2022, there have been increases in commodity, labor, and energy costs partially due to the macroeconomic impact of both COVID-19 and the War in Ukraine. Further significant increases in inflation could affect the global, Canadian and U.S. economies, resulting in foreign exchange pressures and rising interest rates which could have an adverse impact on our business and results of operations if we and our franchisees are not able to adjust prices sufficiently to offset the effect of cost increases without negatively impacting consumer demand.

Reclassification of Technology Revenues and Expenses

During the first quarter of 2022 we made a change to the way we report revenues and expenses related to technology initiatives to provide clarity and consistency across our brands and with our industry peers. We had previously included revenue from technology fees in Franchise and property revenues, while the associated technology expenses were included in General and administrative expenses. Starting in the first quarter of 2022, revenue from technology fees will be reported in Advertising revenues and other services, while the associated technology expenses will be reported in Advertising expenses and other services.

Additionally, prior year amounts in the condensed consolidated statements of operations and accompanying BK segment results have been reclassified in order to be comparable with the current year classifications. These reclassifications did not arise as a result of any changes to accounting policies and relate entirely to presentation with no effect on previously reported net income and segment income. Refer to page 27 for the RBI consolidated and BK segment quarterly results for 2021 adjusted for these reclassifications.








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TH Segment Results
Three Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)20222021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth13.4 %11.1 %
System-wide Sales$1,945$1,774
Comparable Sales9.8 %8.9 %
Net Restaurant Growth5.2 %4.1 %
System Restaurant Count at Period End5,4055,137
Sales$710$592
Franchise and Property Revenues$250$230
Advertising Revenues and Other Services$73$63
Total Revenues$1,033$885
Cost of Sales$568$462
Franchise and Property Expenses$87$84
Advertising Expenses and Other Services$73$68
Segment G&A$31$27
Segment Depreciation and Amortization$26$31
Adjusted EBITDA(1)(3)
$305$278

(3)TH Adjusted EBITDA includes $5 million and $3 million of cash distributions received from equity method investments for the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively.

For the third quarter of 2022, the increase in system-wide sales was primarily driven by comparable sales of 9.8%, including Canada comparable sales of 11.1%, and net restaurant growth of 5.2%.

The year-over-year increases in Total Revenues on an as reported and on an organic basis were primarily driven by an increase in system-wide sales as well as increases in commodity prices passed on to franchisees and an increase in sales to retailers. The increase in Total Revenues on an as reported basis was partially offset by unfavorable FX movements.

The year-over-year increases in Adjusted EBITDA on an as reported and on an organic basis were primarily driven by the increase in system-wide sales and by advertising revenues exceeding advertising expenses in the current year period compared to advertising expenses exceeding advertising revenues in the prior year period driven by our support behind the marketing program in Canada in the prior year period, partially offset by an increase in Segment G&A. The increase in Adjusted EBITDA on an as reported basis was partially offset by unfavorable FX movements.


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BK Segment Results

Three Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)20222021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth14.5 %12.3 %
System-wide Sales$6,668$6,212
Comparable Sales10.3 %7.9 %
Net Restaurant Growth2.5 %1.3 %
System Restaurant Count at Period End19,40118,923
Sales$19$16
Franchise and Property Revenues$349$333
Advertising Revenues and Other Services$123$118
Total Revenues$491$467
Cost of Sales$19$16
Franchise and Property Expenses$46$34
Advertising Expenses and Other Services$130$118
Segment G&A$45$38
Segment Depreciation and Amortization$11$12
Adjusted EBITDA(1)
$262$272

For the third quarter of 2022, the increase in system-wide sales was driven by comparable sales of 10.3%, including US comparable sales of 4.0% and rest of the world comparable sales of 15.2%, and net restaurant growth of 2.5%.

The year-over-year increases in Total Revenues on an as reported and on an organic basis were primarily driven by the increase in system-wide sales. The increase in Total Revenues on an as reported basis was partially offset by unfavorable FX movements.

The year-over-year changes in Adjusted EBITDA on an as reported and on an organic basis were primarily driven by the increase in system-wide sales, partially offset by bad debt expenses in the current year compared to bad debt recoveries in the prior year, advertising expenses exceeding advertising revenues in the current year compared to advertising revenues exceeding advertising expenses in the prior year, an increase in expenses related to technology initiatives, and higher Segment G&A largely as a result of hiring across a number of key areas including operations and franchising. On an as reported basis, Adjusted EBITDA was impacted by unfavorable FX movements, resulting in a year-over-year decrease in Adjusted EBITDA.




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PLK Segment Results

Three Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)20222021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth12.3 %4.4 %
System-wide Sales$1,532$1,392
Comparable Sales3.1 %(2.4)%
Net Restaurant Growth8.9 %5.5 %
System Restaurant Count at Period End3,9283,607
Sales$21$13
Franchise and Property Revenues$78$72
Advertising Revenues and Other Services$65$58
Total Revenues$164$143
Cost of Sales$19$12
Franchise and Property Expenses$2$3
Advertising Expenses and Other Services$66$59
Segment G&A$16$15
Segment Depreciation and Amortization$2$1
Adjusted EBITDA(1)
$62$57

For the third quarter of 2022, the increase in system-wide sales was driven by net restaurant growth of 8.9% and comparable sales of 3.1%, including US comparable sales of 1.3%.

The year-over-year increases in Total Revenues on an as reported and on an organic basis were primarily driven by the increase in system-wide sales as well as an increase in sales from Company restaurants. The increase in Total Revenues on an as reported basis was partially offset by unfavorable FX movements.

The year-over-year increases in Adjusted EBITDA on an as reported and on an organic basis were primarily driven by the increase in system-wide sales, partially offset by an increase in cost of sales. The increase in Adjusted EBITDA on an as reported basis was partially offset by unfavorable FX movements.
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FHS Segment Results

Three Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)20222021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth (a)3.8 %19.3 %
System-wide Sales (a)$289$278
Comparable Sales (a)0.0 %14.9 %
Net Restaurant Growth (a)2.5 %2.0 %
System Restaurant Count at Period End (a)1,2341,204
Sales$9N/A
Franchise and Property Revenues$21N/A
Advertising Revenues and Other Services$8N/A
Total Revenues$38N/A
Cost of Sales$9N/A
Franchise and Property Expenses$2N/A
Advertising Expenses and Other Services$7N/A
Segment G&A$9N/A
Segment Depreciation and Amortization$1N/A
Adjusted EBITDA(1)
$13N/A

(a) 2021 Firehouse Subs figures are shown for informational purposes only, consistent with its fiscal calendar.

For the third quarter of 2022, the increase in system-wide sales was driven by net restaurant growth of 2.5% and flat comparable sales, which included an increase in US comparable sales of 0.3%.
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Cash and Liquidity

As of September 30, 2022, total debt was $13.4 billion, net debt (total debt less cash and cash equivalents of $0.9 billion) was $12.5 billion, and net leverage was 5.2x.

The RBI Board of Directors has declared a dividend of $0.54 per common share and partnership exchangeable unit of Restaurant Brands International Limited Partnership for the fourth quarter of 2022. The dividend will be payable on January 4, 2023 to shareholders and unitholders of record at the close of business on December 21, 2022.

In September 2022, Burger King shared the details of its “Reclaim the Flame” plan to accelerate sales growth and drive franchisee profitability. As part of the plan, we will enhance ongoing franchisee investments by investing $400 million over the next two years, comprising $150 million in advertising and digital investments and $250 million in restaurant technology, kitchen equipment, building enhancements, and high-quality remodels and relocations.

Investor Conference Call

We will host an investor conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, November 3, 2022, to review financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022. The earnings call will be broadcast live via our investor relations website at http://rbi.com/investors and a replay will be available for 30 days following the release. The dial-in number is 1 (646)-904-5544 for U.S. callers, 1 (226)-828-7575 for Canadian callers, and 1 (929)-526-1599 for callers from other countries. For all dial-in numbers please use the following access code: 152376. For further information: Investors: [email protected]; Media: [email protected]

About Restaurant Brands International Inc.

Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $35 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 29,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries. RBI owns four of the world’s most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities. To learn more about RBI, please visit the company’s website at www.rbi.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain forward-looking statements and information, which reflect management's current beliefs and expectations regarding future events and operating performance and speak only as of the date hereof. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements include statements about our expectations regarding the effects and continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine and related macro-economic pressures, such as inflation, rising interest rates and currency fluctuations, on our results of operations, business, liquidity, prospects and restaurant operations and those of our franchisees, including local conditions and government-imposed limitations and restrictions, our digital and marketing initiatives and expectations regarding further expenditures relating to these initiatives, including as a result of our plan to accelerate sales growth and drive franchisee profitability at Burger King, our growth opportunities, plans and strategies for each of our brands and ability to drive long-term, sustainable growth, including through global expansion and restaurant openings, and our suspension of operations in and financial results from Russia. The factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from RBI’s expectations are detailed in filings of RBI with the Securities and Exchange Commission and applicable Canadian securities regulatory authorities, such as its annual and quarterly reports and current reports on Form 8-K, and include the following: risks related to unforeseen events such as pandemics; risks related to supply chain; risks related to ownership and leasing of properties; risks related to our franchisees financial stability and their ability to access and maintain the liquidity necessary to operate their business; risks related to our fully franchised business model, including as a result of current and future legislation, regulations and interpretations relating to joint employer status and other labor matters; risks related to RBI’s ability to successfully implement its domestic and international growth strategy and risks related to its international operations; risks related to RBI’s ability to compete domestically and internationally in an intensely competitive industry; risks related to technology; risks related to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and changes in applicable tax and other laws and regulations or interpretations thereof. Other than as required under U.S. federal securities laws or Canadian securities laws, we do not assume a duty to
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update these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or circumstances, change in expectations or otherwise.
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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(In millions of U.S. dollars, except per share data)
(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
2022202120222021
Revenues:
Sales$759 $621 $2,076 $1,718 
Franchise and property revenues698 635 1,989 1,795 
Advertising revenues and other services269 239 751 680 
Total revenues1,726 1,495 4,816 4,193 
Operating costs and expenses:
Cost of sales615 490 1,693 1,358 
Franchise and property expenses137 121 392 358 
Advertising expenses and other services276 245 782 725 
General and administrative expenses156 115 435 327 
(Income) loss from equity method investments30 12 
Other operating expenses (income), net(27)(16)(68)(50)
Total operating costs and expenses1,165 962 3,264 2,730 
Income from operations561 533 1,552 1,463 
Interest expense, net133 128 389 378 
Loss on early extinguishment of debt— 11 — 11 
Income before income taxes428 394 1,163 1,074 
Income tax expense (benefit)(102)65 17 83 
Net income530 329 1,146 991 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests 170 108 367 332 
Net income attributable to common shareholders$360 $221 $779 $659 
Earnings per common share
Basic$1.18 $0.71 $2.53 $2.14 
Diluted$1.17 $0.70 $2.51 $2.12 
Weighted average shares outstanding (in millions):
Basic306 311 308 308 
Diluted454 465 455 465 


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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In millions of U.S. dollars, except share data)
(Unaudited)
As of
September 30, 2022December 31, 2021
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$946 $1,087 
Accounts and notes receivable, net of allowance of $26 and $18, respectively
598 547 
Inventories, net129 96 
Prepaids and other current assets251 86 
Total current assets1,924 1,816 
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation and amortization of $1,022 and $979, respectively
1,913 2,035 
Operating lease assets, net1,056 1,130 
Intangible assets, net10,831 11,417 
Goodwill5,605 6,006 
Net investment in property leased to franchisees83 80 
Other assets, net1,145 762 
Total assets$22,557 $23,246 
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts and drafts payable$696 $614 
Other accrued liabilities959 947 
Gift card liability148 221 
Current portion of long-term debt and finance leases117 96 
Total current liabilities1,920 1,878 
Long-term debt, net of current portion12,853 12,916 
Finance leases, net of current portion310 333 
Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion1,003 1,070 
Other liabilities, net1,044 1,822 
Deferred income taxes, net1,388 1,374 
Total liabilities18,518 19,393 
Shareholders’ equity:
Common shares, no par value; unlimited shares authorized at September 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021; 305,859,367 shares issued and outstanding at September 30, 2022; 309,025,068 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2021
1,964 2,156 
Retained earnings1,062 791 
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)(713)(710)
Total Restaurant Brands International Inc. shareholders’ equity2,313 2,237 
Noncontrolling interests1,726 1,616 
Total shareholders’ equity4,039 3,853 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity$22,557 $23,246 
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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In millions of U.S. dollars)
(Unaudited)
 Nine Months Ended September 30,
 20222021
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income$1,146 $991 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization143 150 
Premiums paid and non-cash loss on early extinguishment of debt— 11 
Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt issuance discount21 20 
(Income) loss from equity method investments30 12 
(Gain) loss on remeasurement of foreign denominated transactions(82)(58)
Net (gains) losses on derivatives17 65 
Share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense93 71 
Deferred income taxes(29)35 
Other(14)
Changes in current assets and liabilities, excluding acquisitions and dispositions:
Accounts and notes receivable(93)11 
Inventories and prepaids and other current assets(67)(3)
Accounts and drafts payable113 129 
Other accrued liabilities and gift card liability(74)(87)
Tenant inducements paid to franchisees(13)(5)
Other long-term assets and liabilities(146)(73)
Net cash provided by operating activities1,067 1,255 
Cash flows from investing activities:
Payments for property and equipment(52)(70)
Net proceeds from disposal of assets, restaurant closures, and refranchisings11 14 
Net payments in connection with purchase of Firehouse Subs(12)— 
Settlement/sale of derivatives, net22 
Other investing activities, net(35)(15)
Net cash (used for) provided by investing activities(66)(69)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from long-term debt802 
Repayments of long-term debt and finance leases(71)(865)
Payment of financing costs— (7)
Payment of dividends on common shares and distributions on Partnership exchangeable units(728)(730)
Repurchase of common shares(326)(182)
Proceeds from stock option exercises60 
(Payments) proceeds from derivatives(45)
Other financing activities, net(3)(3)
Net cash (used for) provided by financing activities(1,111)(970)
Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents(31)(3)
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents(141)213 
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period1,087 1,560 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period$946 $1,773 
Supplemental cash flow disclosures:
Interest paid$318 $281 
Income taxes paid$177 $189 
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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Key Operating Metrics

We evaluate our restaurants and assess our business based on the following operating metrics.

System-wide sales growth refers to the percentage change in sales at all franchise restaurants and Company restaurants (referred to as system-wide sales) in one period from the same period in the prior year. Comparable sales refers to the percentage change in restaurant sales in one period from the same prior year period for restaurants that have been open for 13 months or longer for TH, BK and FHS and 17 months or longer for PLK. Additionally, if a restaurant is closed for a significant portion of a month, the restaurant is excluded from the monthly comparable sales calculation. System-wide sales growth and comparable sales are measured on a constant currency basis, which means that results exclude the effect of foreign currency translation ("FX Impact") and are calculated by translating prior year results at current year monthly average exchange rates. We analyze key operating metrics on a constant currency basis as this helps identify underlying business trends, without distortion from the effects of currency movements.

System-wide sales represent sales at all franchise restaurants and company-owned restaurants. We do not record franchise sales as revenues; however, our royalty revenues and advertising fund contributions are calculated based on a percentage of franchise sales.

Net restaurant growth refers to the net increase in restaurant count (openings, net of permanent closures) over a trailing twelve month period, divided by the restaurant count at the beginning of the trailing twelve month period.

These metrics are important indicators of the overall direction of our business, including trends in sales and the effectiveness of each brand’s marketing, operations and growth initiatives.

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Three Months Ended September 30,
KPIs by Market20222021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth
TH - Canada12.1 %9.8 %
TH - Rest of World21.2 %19.7 %
TH - Global13.4 %11.1 %
BK - US4.4 %(2.4)%
BK - Rest of World22.2 %25.2 %
BK - Global14.5 %12.3 %
PLK - US7.7 %1.3 %
PLK - Rest of World43.4 %28.3 %
PLK - Global12.3 %4.4 %
FHS - US (a)3.3 %18.5 %
FHS - Rest of World (a)15.6 %39.8 %
FHS - Global (a)3.8 %19.3 %
System-wide Sales (in US$ millions)
TH - Canada$1,645$1,521
TH - Rest of World$300$253
TH - Global$1,945$1,774
BK - US$2,641$2,530
BK - Rest of World$4,027$3,682
BK - Global$6,668$6,212
PLK - US$1,280$1,194
PLK - Rest of World$252$198
PLK - Global$1,532$1,392
FHS - US (a)$276$266
FHS - Rest of World (a)$13$12
FHS - Global (a)$289$278
Comparable Sales
TH - Canada11.1 %9.5 %
TH - Rest of World2.1 %4.5 %
TH - Global9.8 %8.9 %
BK - US4.0 %(1.6)%
BK - Rest of World15.2 %16.2 %
BK - Global10.3 %7.9 %
PLK - US1.3 %(4.5)%
PLK - Rest of World16.4 %14.8 %
PLK - Global3.1 %(2.4)%
FHS - US (a)0.3 %15.2 %
FHS - Rest of World (a)(6.6)%8.3 %
FHS - Global (a)0.0 %14.9 %
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As of
KPIs by MarketSeptember 30, 2022September 30, 2021
(Unaudited)
Net Restaurant Growth
TH - Canada(1.0)%(1.0)%
TH - Rest of World25.8 %25.6 %
TH - Global5.2 %4.1 %
BK - US(0.4)%(1.7)%
BK - Rest of World4.3 %3.2 %
BK - Global2.5 %1.3 %
PLK - US6.1 %5.6 %
PLK - Rest of World17.1 %5.4 %
PLK - Global8.9 %5.5 %
FHS - US (a)2.2 %1.0 %
FHS - Rest of World (a)10.2 %32.4 %
FHS - Global (a)2.5 %2.0 %
Restaurant Count
TH - Canada3,8993,940
TH - Rest of World1,5061,197
TH - Global5,4055,137
BK - US7,0627,093
BK - Rest of World12,33911,830
BK - Global19,40118,923
PLK - US2,8582,693
PLK - Rest of World1,070914
PLK - Global3,9283,607
FHS - US (a)1,1801,155
FHS - Rest of World (a)5449
FHS - Global (a)1,2341,204

(a) 2021 Firehouse Subs figures are shown for informational purposes only, consistent with its fiscal calendar.

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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Supplemental Disclosure
(Unaudited)

General and Administrative Expenses

Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)2022202120222021
Segment G&A TH(1)
$31 $27 $92 $77 
Segment G&A BK(1)
45 38 130 114 
Segment G&A PLK(1)
16 15 48 42 
Segment G&A FHS(1)
— 25 — 
Share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense(2)
34 25 93 71 
Depreciation and amortization(3)
18 15 
FHS Transaction costs— — 
Corporate restructuring and tax advisory fees12 21 
General and administrative expenses$156 $115 $435 $327 

(1)Segment G&A includes segment general and administrative expenses and excludes share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense, depreciation and amortization, FHS Transaction costs and corporate restructuring and tax advisory fees.
(2)Represents share-based compensation expense associated with equity awards for the periods indicated; also includes the portion of annual non-cash incentive compensation expense that eligible employees elected to receive or are expected to elect to receive as common equity in lieu of their 2021 and 2022 cash bonus, respectively.
(3)Segment depreciation and amortization reflects depreciation and amortization included in the respective segment cost of sales, franchise and property expenses and advertising expenses and other services. Depreciation and amortization included in general and administrative expenses reflects all other depreciation and amortization.

Other Operating Expenses (Income), net

Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)2022202120222021
Net losses (gains) on disposal of assets, restaurant closures, and refranchisings(4)
$$$$
Litigation settlement (gains) and reserves, net— 
Net losses (gains) on foreign exchange(5)
(30)(23)(82)(58)
Other, net— 
     Other operating expenses (income), net$(27)$(16)$(68)$(50)

(4)Net losses (gains) on disposal of assets, restaurant closures, and refranchisings represent sales of properties and other costs related to restaurant closures and refranchisings. Gains and losses recognized in the current period may reflect certain costs related to closures and refranchisings that occurred in previous periods.

(5) Net losses (gains) on foreign exchange is primarily related to revaluation of foreign denominated assets and liabilities, primarily those denominated in Euros and Canadian dollars.


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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
(Unaudited)

Below, we define the non-GAAP financial measures, provide a reconciliation of each non-GAAP financial measure to the most directly comparable financial measure calculated in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”), and discuss the reasons why we believe this information is useful to management and may be useful to investors. These measures do not have standardized meanings under GAAP and may differ from similarly captioned measures of other companies in our industry.

Non-GAAP Measures

To supplement our condensed consolidated financial statements presented on a GAAP basis, RBI reports the following non-GAAP financial measures: EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, LTM Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Net Income, Adjusted Diluted Earnings per Share (“Adjusted Diluted EPS”), Organic revenue growth, Organic Adjusted EBITDA growth, Free Cash Flow, LTM Free Cash Flow and Net Leverage. We believe that these non-GAAP measures are useful to investors in assessing our operating performance or liquidity, as they provide them with the same tools that management uses to evaluate our performance or liquidity and are responsive to questions we receive from both investors and analysts. By disclosing these non-GAAP measures, we intend to provide investors with a consistent comparison of our operating results and trends for the periods presented.

EBITDA is defined as earnings (net income or loss) before interest expense, net, (gain) loss on early extinguishment of debt, income tax (benefit) expense, and depreciation and amortization and is used by management to measure operating performance of the business. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA excluding (i) the non-cash impact of share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense, (ii) (income) loss from equity method investments, net of cash distributions received from equity method investments, (iii) other operating expenses (income), net, and (iv) income or expense from non-recurring projects and non-operating activities. For the periods referenced, this included non-recurring fees and expenses incurred in connection with the Firehouse Subs acquisition consisting of professional fees, compensation-related expenses and integration costs as well as costs from professional advisory and consulting services associated with certain transformational corporate restructuring initiatives that rationalize our structure and optimize cash movements, including services related to significant tax reform legislation, regulations and related restructuring initiatives. Management believes that these types of expenses are either not related to our underlying profitability drivers or not likely to re-occur in the foreseeable future and the varied timing, size and nature of these projects may cause volatility in our results unrelated to the performance of our core business that does not reflect trends of our core operations. Adjusted EBITDA is used by management to measure operating performance of the business, excluding these non-cash and other specifically identified items that management believes are not relevant to management’s assessment of our operating performance. Adjusted EBITDA, as defined above, also represents our measure of segment income for each of our four operating segments.

LTM Adjusted EBITDA is defined as Adjusted EBITDA for the last twelve month period to the date reported. See reconciliation of LTM Adjusted EBITDA in the following pages.

Adjusted Net Income is defined as net income excluding (i) franchise agreement amortization as a result of acquisition accounting, (ii) amortization of deferred financing costs and debt issuance discount, (iii) loss on early extinguishment of debt and interest expense, which represents non-cash interest expense related to losses reclassified from accumulated comprehensive income (loss) into interest expense in connection with interest rate swaps de-designated in May 2015, November 2019 and September 2021, (iv) (income) loss from equity method investments, net of cash distributions received from equity method investments, (v) other operating expenses (income), net, and (vi) income or expense from non-recurring projects and non-operating activities (as described above).

Adjusted Diluted EPS is calculated by dividing Adjusted Net Income by the weighted average diluted shares outstanding of RBI during the reporting period. Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Diluted EPS are used by management to evaluate the operating performance of the business, excluding certain non-cash and other specifically identified items that management believes are not relevant to management’s assessment of operating performance.

Net Leverage is defined as net debt (total debt less cash and cash equivalents) divided by LTM Adjusted EBITDA. Net Leverage is an operating performance measure that we believe provides investors a more complete understanding of our leverage position and borrowing capacity after factoring in cash and cash equivalents that eventually could be used to repay outstanding debt.

Revenue growth and Adjusted EBITDA growth, on an organic basis, are non-GAAP measures that exclude the impact of FX movements and also exclude the results of Firehouse Subs for the first four full fiscal quarters following the acquisition. Management believes that organic growth is an important metric for measuring the operating performance of our business as it helps identify underlying business trends, without distortion from the effects of FX movements and the Firehouse Subs acquisition. We calculate the impact of FX movements by translating prior year results at current year monthly average exchange rates.

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Free Cash Flow is the total of Net cash provided by operating activities minus Payments for property and equipment. Free Cash Flow is a liquidity measure used by management as one factor in determining the amount of cash that is available for working capital needs or other uses of cash, however, it does not represent residual cash flows available for discretionary expenditures. LTM Free Cash Flow is defined as Free Cash Flow for the last twelve-month period to the date reported.

RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Organic Growth in Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
September 30,
VarianceFHS ImpactImpact of FX MovementsOrganic Growth
(in US$ millions)20222021$%$$$%
Revenue
TH$1,033 $885 $148 16.6 %$— $(28)$176 20.5 %
BK$491 $467 $24 5.0 %$— $(19)$43 9.4 %
PLK$164 $143 $21 14.7 %$— $(1)$22 15.4 %
FHS$38 $— $38 NM$38 $— $— — %
 Total Revenues$1,726 $1,495 $231 15.5 %$38 $(48)$241 16.5 %
Adjusted EBITDA
TH$305 $278 $27 9.6 %$— $(9)$36 13.2 %
BK$262 $272 $(10)(3.8)%$— $(16)$2.3 %
PLK$62 $57 $10.4 %$— $(1)$12.0 %
FHS$13 $— $13 NM$13 $— $— — %
Adjusted EBITDA$642 $607 $35 5.8 %$13 $(26)$48 8.3 %

Note: Percentage changes may not recalculate due to rounding.
NM - not meaningful


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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Reconciliation of EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)2022202120222021
Segment income:
TH$305 $278 $810 $738 
BK262 272 761 755 
PLK62 57 179 171 
FHS13 — 40 — 
Adjusted EBITDA642 607 1,790 1,664 
Share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense(1)
34 25 93 71 
FHS Transaction costs(2)
— — 
Corporate restructuring and tax advisory fees(3)
12 21 
Impact of equity method investments(4)
13 11 41 22 
Other operating expenses (income), net(27)(16)(68)(50)
EBITDA607 583 1,695 1,613 
Depreciation and amortization46 50 143 150 
Income from operations561 533 1,552 1,463 
Interest expense, net133 128 389 378 
Loss on early extinguishment of debt— 11 — 11 
Income tax expense (benefit)(5)
(102)65 17 83 
Net income$530 $329 $1,146 $991 

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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted Diluted EPS
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended September 30,Nine Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions, except per share data)2022202120222021
Net income$530 $329 $1,146 $991 
Income tax expense (benefit)(5)
(102)65 17 83 
Income before income taxes428 394 1,163 1,074 
Adjustments:
Franchise agreement amortization24 24 
Amortization of deferred financing costs and debt issuance discount21 20 
Interest expense and loss on extinguished debt(6)
16 24 48 39 
FHS Transaction costs(2)
— — 
Corporate restructuring and tax advisory fees(3)
12 21 
Impact of equity method investments(4)
13 11 41 22 
Other operating expenses (income), net(27)(16)(68)(50)
Total adjustments32 38 95 63 
Adjusted income before income taxes460 432 1,258 1,137 
Adjusted income tax expense(5)(7)
24 79 154 169 
Adjusted net income$436 $353 $1,104 $968 
Adjusted diluted earnings per share$0.96 $0.76 $2.42 $2.08 
Weighted average diluted shares outstanding454 465 455 465 
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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Non-GAAP Financial Measures    
Net Leverage and Reconciliation of Free Cash Flow
(Unaudited)
As of
(in US$ millions, except ratio)September 30, 2022September 30, 2021
Long-term debt, net of current portion$12,853 $12,379 
Finance leases, net of current portion310 328 
Current portion of long-term debt and finance leases117 113 
Unamortized deferred financing costs and deferred issue discount118 138 
Total debt13,398 12,958 
Cash and cash equivalents946 1,773 
Net debt12,452 11,185 
LTM adjusted EBITDA2,374 2,165 
Net leverage5.2x5.2x

Nine Months Ended September 30,Twelve Months Ended December 31,Twelve Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)2022202120202021202020222021
Calculation:ABCDEA + D - BB + E - C
Net cash provided by operating activities$1,067 $1,255 $608 $1,726 $921 $1,538 $1,568 
Payments for property and equipment(52)(70)(71)(106)(117)(88)(116)
Free Cash flow$1,015 $1,185 $537 $1,620 $804 $1,450 $1,452 


Nine Months Ended September 30,Six Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)202220222022
Calculation:ABA -B
Net cash provided by operating activities$1,067 $669 $398 
Payments for property and equipment(52)(28)(24)
Free Cash Flow$1,015 $641 $374 
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RESTAURANT BRANDS INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Reconciliation of EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income
(Unaudited)
Nine Months Ended September 30,Twelve Months Ended December 31,Twelve Months Ended September 30,
(in US$ millions)2022202120202021202020222021
Calculation:ABCDEA + D - BB + E - C
Segment income:
TH$810 $738 $594 $997 $823 $1,069 $967 
BK761 755 605 1,021 823 1,027 973 
PLK179 171 164 228 218 236 225 
FHS40 — — — 42 — 
Adjusted EBITDA1,790 1,664 1,363 2,248 1,864 2,374 2,165 
Share-based compensation and non-cash incentive compensation expense(1)
93 71 63 102 84 124 92 
FHS Transaction costs(2)
— — 18 — 26 — 
Corporate restructuring and tax advisory fees(3)
21 11 16 16 29 13 
Impact of equity method investments(4)
41 22 42 25 48 44 28 
Other operating expenses (income), net(68)(50)59 105 (11)(4)
EBITDA1,695 1,613 1,188 2,080 1,611 2,162 2,036 
Depreciation and amortization143 150 139 201 189 194 200 
Income from operations1,552 1,463 1,049 1,879 1,422 1,968 1,836 
Interest expense, net389 378 376 505 508 516 510 
Loss on early extinguishment of debt— 11 — 11 98 — 109 
Income tax expense (benefit)(5)
17 83 62 110 66 44 87 
Net income$1,146 $991 $611 $1,253 $750 $1,408 $1,130 














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Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Footnotes to Reconciliation Tables

(1)Represents share-based compensation expense associated with equity awards for the periods indicated; also includes the portion of annual non-cash incentive compensation expense that eligible employees elected to receive or are expected to elect to receive as common equity in lieu of their 2021 and 2022 cash bonus, respectively.

(2)In connection with the acquisition of Firehouse Subs, we incurred certain non-recurring general and administrative expenses during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022, primarily consisting of professional fees, compensation-related expenses and integration costs.

(3)Costs arising primarily from professional advisory and consulting services associated with certain transformational corporate restructuring initiatives that rationalize our structure and optimize cash movements, including services related to significant tax reform legislation, regulations and related restructuring initiatives.

(4)Represents (i) (income) loss from equity method investments and (ii) cash distributions received from our equity method investments. Cash distributions received from our equity method investments is included in segment income.

(5)The effective tax rate for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022 included a net decrease in tax reserves of $171 million related primarily to expiring statute of limitations for certain prior tax years which decreased the effective tax rate by 39.9% and 14.7% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022, respectively. The impact of the net reserve releases decreased our adjusted effective tax rate by 9.5% and 3.5% for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022, respectively. The effective tax rate for the nine months ended September 30, 2021 included a net decrease in tax reserves of $87 million related primarily to expiring statute of limitations for certain prior tax years which decreased the effective tax rate by 8.1%. The impact of the net reserves releases decreased our adjusted effective tax rate by 2.0% for the nine months ended September 30, 2021.

(6)Represents loss on early extinguishment of debt and interest expense. Interest expense included in this amount represents non-cash interest expense related to losses reclassified from accumulated comprehensive income (loss) into interest expense in connection with interest rate swaps de-designated in May 2015, November 2019 and September 2021.

(7)Adjusted income tax expense includes the tax impact of the non-GAAP adjustments and is calculated using our statutory tax rate in the jurisdiction in which the costs were incurred.


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Consolidated Operational Highlights (excluding Russia)

Below are the RBI consolidated and BK segment operational highlights excluding the results from Russia for each quarter of 2021.

Three Months EndedTwelve Months Ended
March 31, 2021June 30,
2021
September 30, 2021December 31, 2021December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
System-wide Sales Growth
    BK1.5 %35.8 %11.7 %14.8 %15.1 %
Consolidated (a)1.2 %30.5 %10.4 %13.4 %13.3 %
System-wide Sales (in US$ millions)
    BK$5,012$5,701$6,017$5,996$22,726
Consolidated (a)$7,735$8,724$9,182$9,130$34,771
Net Restaurant Growth
    BK(0.8)%0.1 %1.3 %3.2 %3.2 %
Consolidated (a)0.3 %1.3 %2.4 %4.4 %4.4 %
System Restaurant Count at Period End
    BK17,92517,99918,13118,42718,427
Consolidated26,40726,62626,87527,42327,423
Comparable Sales
    BK0.7 %16.8 %7.4 %10.9 %8.7 %
Consolidated (a)0.2 %15.6 %6.1 %9.0 %7.6 %
(a) Consolidated system-wide sales growth, consolidated system-wide sales, consolidated net restaurant growth and consolidated comparable sales do not include the results of Firehouse Subs for all of the periods presented.





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Reclassification of Technology Revenues and Expenses for 2021
Below are the RBI consolidated and BK segment quarterly results for 2021 adjusted for the reclassification of technology revenues from Franchise and property revenues to Advertising revenues and other services and technology expenses from General and administrative expenses to Advertising expenses and other services.
RBI Consolidated Results
Three Months Ended
(in US$ millions)March 31,
2021
June 30,
2021
September 30, 2021December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
Revenues:
Sales$507$590$621$660
Franchise and Property Revenues (a)548612635648
Advertising Revenues and Other Services (a)205236239238
Total Revenues1,2601,4381,4951,546
Operating costs and expenses:
Cost of Sales401467490532
Franchise and Property Expenses116121121131
Advertising Expenses and Other Services (b)237243245261
General and Administrative Expenses (b)104108115157
(Income) Loss from Equity Method Investments237(8)
Other Operating Expenses (Income), net(42)8(16)57
Total Operating Costs and Expenses8189509621,130
Income from Operations442488533416
Interest Expense, net124126128127
Loss on Early Extinguishment of Debt11
Income before Income Taxes318362394289
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)47(29)6527
Net Income$271$391$329$262
(a) Reflects reclassification of technology revenues from Franchise and property revenues to Advertising revenues and other services of $2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, $4 million for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and $3 million for the three months ended December 31, 2021. There were no related reclassifications during the three months ended March 31, 2021.
(b) Reflects reclassification of technology expenses from General and administrative expenses (Segment G&A for BK segment results) to Advertising expenses and other services of $1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2021, $5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, $8 million for the three months ended September 30, 2021 and $10 million for the three months ended December 31, 2021.
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BK Segment Results
Three Months Ended
(in US$ millions)March 31,
2021
June 30,
2021
September 30, 2021December 31, 2021
(Unaudited)
Sales$16$17$16$15
Franchise and Property Revenues (a)$289$322$333$348
Advertising Revenues and Other Services (a)$102$120$118$117
Total Revenues$407$459$467$480
Cost of Sales$16$17$16$17
Franchise and Property Expenses$33$33$34$42
Advertising Expenses and Other Services (b)$118$115$118$123
Segment G&A (b)$35$40$39$47
Segment Depreciation and Amortization$12$12$12$12
Adjusted EBITDA$217$266$272$266
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