QSR Restaurant Brands International Inc

Restaurant Brands International (QSR), owning brands like Burger King and Popeyes, is expanding its fast-food empire with a strong social media presence. The article discusses whether its stock, trading around the mid-$50s, presents a solid long-term investment opportunity due to its franchise model and global reach, despite not being a "get-rich-fast" stock. Investors are advised to consider its steady growth and defensive play potential, comparing it to competitors like McDonald's.

Restaurant Brands (QSR) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) due to an upward trend in earnings estimates. This positive change in outlook, driven by improving underlying business fundamentals, is expected to have a favorable impact on its stock price. The Zacks rating system highlights stocks with superior earnings estimate revisions, aiming to identify potential market-beating returns.

Voya Investment Management LLC significantly reduced its stake in Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR) by 68.8% in Q3, selling 70,665 shares and retaining 32,047 shares valued at $2.06 million. Several other institutional investors adjusted their holdings in QSR, while company insiders also engaged in significant selling activity. The company recently declared a quarterly dividend of $0.62 per share, and analysts currently have a consensus "Hold" rating with an average target price of $75.45.

Certain stock options of Restaurant Brands International Inc. will be under a lock-up agreement from November 13, 2025, to December 29, 2025. This lock-up pertains to 3G Funds, including the selling shareholder, for a period of 45 days after the prospectus supplement date. The agreement ensures stability in the stock's trading during this period.

Canoe Financial LP reduced its stake in Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) by 0.7%, selling 16,708 shares to hold 2,523,267 shares valued at $161.84 million. The article also notes recent insider selling activity, with Director Ali Hedayat and Axel Schwan selling shares, and highlights analyst consensus for a "Hold" rating with an average target price of $75.45. Restaurant Brands International announced a quarterly dividend of $0.62 per share.

Restaurant Brands International has announced new head chefs for Burger King and Popeyes, promoting internal culinary leaders. Amy Alarcon, formerly of Popeyes, will now lead culinary strategy for Burger King US and Canada, focusing on menu innovation and quality. Robert O’Brien, a long-time culinary leader at Popeyes, will step into the head chef role for Popeyes US and Canada, continuing to uphold the brand’s Louisiana flavors and culinary traditions.