Redevelopment Plan - The Berkeley Township Planning Board approved additional plans for the redevelopment of the former Beachwood Mall, including the confirmation of four new businesses [6] - The redevelopment will be constructed in two phases, with the first phase featuring a Spark Car Wash, Burger King, Taco Bell, and Bojangles [11] - The second phase will include a supermarket and two retail buildings, though specific approvals are not yet being sought [7] New Businesses - Bojangles, a southern chain focusing on fried chicken, does not currently have a presence in New Jersey but is planned for the new plaza [3][11] - 7 Brew Coffee Shop, a drive-thru only coffee shop, is tentative and also has no New Jersey presence [11][12] - Four businesses have signed leases for the first phase, with two additional fast food pads available [11] Traffic and Infrastructure - Traffic improvements are planned for the project's second phase due to the inclusion of a supermarket and big box retailers [4] - The board raised concerns about traffic, particularly the necessity of a left-turn-only lane for entering the plaza [8] - Developers agreed to work with the Department of Transportation to create a left-turn lane and improve the signalized intersection at Gladney Avenue [9] - The front pads are not expected to increase traffic levels based on historical data [4]

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - December 3, 2024) - Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company"), a leading consolidator of emerging food brands is excited to announce that, following its July 11th, 2024 news release regarding the signing of a franchise agreement for HEAL Wellness ("HEAL") in Whitby, Ontario, a real-estate location has now been secured for this franchisee in Taunton Gardens joining LA Fitness, Farm Boy, Sport Check, Staples, Winners and HomeSe ...

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 25, 2024) - Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company"), a leading consolidator of emerging food brands is pleased to announce that it has signed its 46th franchise for HEAL Wellness and has secured a real-estate location at 301 Queen Street South in Bolton for this franchisee. Heal Wellness ("Heal") is a fresh smoothie bowls, acai bowls, and smoothies quick serve restaurant ("QSR").HEAL Wellness 1To view an enhanced v ...

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) is likely to benefit from strong Tim Hortons performance, menu innovation and marketing strategies. Also, the focus on the Reclaim the Flame initiative bodes well. However, macro pressures and general softening in the consumer environment are a concern.Factors Driving Growth of QSR StockRestaurant Brands continues to benefit from strong Tim Hortons performance. During the third quarter, comparable sales in the segment increased 2.7% year over year, driven by traffi ...

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 22, 2024) - Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company"), a leading consolidator of emerging food brands is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location, a co-location with Blenz Coffee, at 8503-112 Street North West, within North Town Center, Edmonton. Heal Wellness ("Heal") is a fresh smoothie bowls, acai bowls, and smoothies quick serve restaurant ("QSR").HEAL Wellness 1To view an enhanced version of this g ...

It has been around a year since I last looked at Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR ), owner of the Burger King, Tim Hortons, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and Firehouse Subs chains. While I didn't think the valuationI like to take a long term, buy-and-hold approach to investing, with a bias toward stocks that can sustainably post high quality earnings. Mostly found in the dividend and income section. Blog about various US/Canadian stocks at 'The Compound Investor', and predominantly UK names on 'The UK ...

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 19, 2024) -  Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company"), a leading consolidator of emerging food brands is pleased to announce it has signed a franchisee for Kingston, Ontario for its Heal Wellness brand, a fresh smoothie bowls, acai bowls, and smoothies quick serve restaurant ("QSR").Heal Wellness 1To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/6625/230560_0479325af42f ...

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - November 15, 2024) - Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company"), a leading consolidator of emerging food brands is pleased to announce that it has secured a real-estate location for its Heal Wellness brand located at 1819 Avenue Road, for its existing multi-unit franchisee in Toronto, Ontario. This marks the 10th Heal location in Ontario, and the 5th in Toronto. Heal Wellness ("Heal") is a fresh smoothie bowls, acai bowls, and ...

Core Viewpoint - Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) stock has declined 10% year-to-date, currently priced around $68 per share, but is expected to see modest gains in the near term despite underperforming compared to broader indices and peers like Starbucks [1][2] Financial Performance - QSR's Q3 revenues grew 25% year-over-year to $2.3 billion, driven by system-wide sales increases, particularly in the International and Tim Hortons segments [2] - Consolidated comparable sales were only 0.3%, a significant drop from 7% a year ago, with declines across all segments: Burger King (-0.7%), Popeyes (-4.0%), Tim Hortons (2.3% from 7.6%), and Firehouse Subs (-4.8%) [2] - Earnings per share (EPS) were flat year-over-year at $0.79, while adjusted profits increased 4.6% to $0.93 [2] Stock Performance and Valuation - QSR has shown consistent value growth over the past three years, with returns of 3% in 2021, 11% in 2022, and 25% in 2023, but has not consistently outperformed the market [3] - The stock trades at a lower price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 17x, compared to peers like Yum! Brands (25x), McDonald's (26x), and Starbucks (29x), and is below its five-year average of 24.5x [4] - Forecasts for fiscal year 2024 predict revenues of $8.2 billion (up nearly 17% year-over-year) and EPS of $4.01, leading to a revised valuation of around $75 per share, which is 10% higher than the current market price [4] Growth Prospects - QSR has solid mid-to-long-term growth prospects, particularly for Tim Hortons, Popeyes, and Firehouse Subs, which have less international penetration compared to McDonald's and Burger King, indicating potential for new restaurant openings and revenue growth [5] - The company reported a 3.8% net restaurant growth year-over-year, totaling 31,525 restaurants globally, despite facing cost inflation [5] - QSR's five-year outlook anticipates system-wide sales of $60 billion by 2028, reflecting a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 7% from 2023, and an adjusted operating profit of $2 billion by 2028, with a CAGR of 7.8% [6]

Core Insights - The article discusses the expertise of a seasoned equity analyst and accountant specializing in restaurant stocks, highlighting the analytical models and valuation techniques employed to provide insights and strategies for investors [1]. Company Overview - The company, Goulart's Restaurant Stocks, focuses on analyzing various segments of the U.S. restaurant market, including QSR, fast casual, casual dining, fine dining, and family dining [1]. - The founder has a strong academic background in Business Administration and Accounting, complemented by an MBA in Forensic Accounting and Controllership [1]. Analytical Approach - Advanced analytical models and specialized valuation techniques are utilized to deliver detailed insights, aiding investors in making informed decisions [1]. - The company engages in academic and journalistic initiatives, contributing to institutions that promote economic freedom [1]. Market Engagement - The founder has previously contributed to discussions on monetary policy, financial education, and financial modeling, aiming to make these topics accessible to a broader audience [1]. - Experience includes accounting and business consulting for companies across LATAM, serving as an independent accountant and consultant [1].