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- Popeyes, a brand under Restaurant Brands International (RBI), has announced plans to open **over 300 new restaurants** across Mexico in the next decade.  **[1618756_fb9226ae754f4794b774a08de1a468f9]** 
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- Mexico is identified as a **key growth market** for Popeyes, which remains a central element of RBI's growth strategy despite the parent company's financial challenges.  **[1618756_fb9226ae754f4794b774a08de1a468f9]**

Restaurant Brands International's Popeyes Announces Major Mexico Expansion

- Popeyes, a brand of Restaurant Brands International (RBI), announced new development agreements to open **over 300 new restaurants** in Mexico over the next **10 years**.  **[1618756_20251002TO88447:0]** 
- This expansion will cover the Northwest, West, Central, and Southeast regions of Mexico and is projected to create **thousands of new local jobs**.  **[1618756_20251002TO88447:0]** 
- The initiative builds on Popeyes' recent international growth, which includes openings in Costa Rica, Italy, and the Balkans, extending its presence to **more than 45 countries** globally.  **[1618756_20251002TO88447:0]**

Popeyes announces significant expansion in Mexico

- Restaurant Brands International (RBI) has announced the renewal of its normal course issuer bid (NCIB).  **[1618756_20250912TO71528:0]** 
- This NCIB is part of a board-approved share repurchase authorization that allows RBI to purchase up to **U.S.$1,000 million** of its common shares through **September 30, 2027**.  **[1618756_20250912TO71528:0]** 
- Under the renewed NCIB, RBI may purchase up to **32,326,078 common shares**, representing **10%** of its public float as of September 2, 2025, during the period from **September 16, 2025, to September 15, 2026**.  **[1618756_20250912TO71528:0]** 
- Despite the repurchase authorization, RBI remains committed to prioritizing **debt reduction** in the near term.  **[1618756_20250912TO71528:0]** 
- RBI has not repurchased any common shares for cancellation under its previous NCIB, which commenced on September 16, 2024, and expires on September 15, 2025.  **[1618756_20250912TO71528:0]**

Restaurant Brands International Renews Share Buyback Program

- Alignment Credit acted as the sole lead arranger and administrative agent for a **senior secured credit facility** to **REGO Restaurant Holdings IV, LLC**.  **[1618756_67bca46545c1452a8076a763f7aa33d2_0]** 
- The financing will be used to **refinance previous debt facilities** and provide **capital for growth** for REGO.  **[1618756_67bca46545c1452a8076a763f7aa33d2_0]** 
- REGO is a restaurant platform that is the franchisor of **Quiznos** and **Taco Del Mar**, and also owns and operates four select restaurants in the Denver International Airport.  **[1618756_67bca46545c1452a8076a763f7aa33d2_0]** 
- The loan aims to accelerate the growth of REGO's franchisor brands, focusing on **Quiznos' national and international expansion**, and to elevate its airport operations.  **[1618756_67bca46545c1452a8076a763f7aa33d2_0]**

REGO Restaurant Group Secures Senior Secured Term Loan

- TH International Limited (Tims China) reported **total revenues of RMB349.0 million**, a **4.9% decrease** year-over-year, while **system sales increased 1.4%** year-over-year to **RMB409.5 million** for the second quarter of 2025.  **[1618756_a615b704215144cfb2ff8225221658a7_0]** 
- The company achieved positive **adjusted corporate EBITDA of RMB2.2 million** and reduced its **adjusted net loss by 16.2%** year-over-year to **RMB39.7 million**.  **[1618756_a615b704215144cfb2ff8225221658a7_0]** **[1618756_a615b704215144cfb2ff8225221658a7_1]** **[1618756_a615b704215144cfb2ff8225221658a7_5]** 
- Tims China experienced **net new store closures of nine** during the quarter, primarily non-made-to-order stores, while growing its **franchised stores to 499** and increasing **registered loyalty club members by 22.4%** year-over-year to **26.2 million** as of June 30, 2025.  **[1618756_a615b704215144cfb2ff8225221658a7_0]** **[1618756_a615b704215144cfb2ff8225221658a7_2]**

Tims China Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

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