QSR

In the past six months, Restaurant Brands International (QSR) stock has experienced several notable events. In Q1 2026, RBI reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.86 and revenue of $2.26 billion, surpassing analysts' estimates, representing a 7.3% increase year-over-year. Following the Q1 earnings announcement on May 6, 2026, QSR shares initially declined by 5.5% but then drifted 3.3% higher. Burger King U.S. showed strong performance, while Popeyes experienced a significant decline in comparable sales, and Tim Hortons also showed some weakness. The company resumed share buybacks in March 2026, targeting approximately $500 million in repurchases by 2026. Analyst sentiment turned bullish, with several firms raising their price targets. Management reiterated its long-term algorithm and the "Reclaim the Flame" initiative for Burger King U.S. is showing positive results. RBI aims to become an investment-grade company by 2028.