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What was the amount of Benihana's treasury stock on January 1, 2022?

Benihana Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

For the year ended December 31,
2023 2022
Revenues:
Owned restaurant net revenue $ 317,366 $ 300,859
Management, license and incentive fee revenue 15,403 15,779
Total revenues 332,769 316,638
Cost and expenses:
Owned operating expenses:
Owned restaurant cost of sales 75,727 75,365
Owned restaurant operating expenses 191,250 174,689
Total owned operating expenses 266,977 250,054
General and administrative (including stock-based compensation of $5,032 and
$3,985 for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively) 30,751 29,081
Depreciation and amortization 15,664 12,134
Pre-opening expenses 8,855 5,519
Transaction costs 207 123
Lease termination expenses 257
COVID-19 related expenses 2,534
Other expenses 1,021 630
Total costs and expenses 323,475 300,332
Operating income 9,294 16,306
Other expenses, net:
Interest expense, net of interest income 7,028 2,113
Total other expenses, net 7,028 2,113
Income before provision for income taxes 2,266 14,193
(Benefit) provision for income taxes (1,760) 874
Net income 4,026 13,319
Less: net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest (692) (215)
Net income attributable to The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. $ 4,718 $ 13,534
Currency translation loss (61) (224)
Comprehensive income attributable to The One Group Hospitality, Inc. $ 4,657 $ 13,310
Net income attributable to The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. per share:
Basic net income per share $ 0.15 $ 0.42
Diluted net income per share $ 0.15 $ 0.40
Shares used in computing basic income per share 31,556,437 32,400,515
Shares used in computing diluted income per share 32,287,864 33,871,797

**THE ONE GROUP HOSPITALITY, INC. CO

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 73–74)

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to Benihana's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the balance of treasury stock on January 1, 2022, was a deficit of $37.

This figure reflects the cumulative value of Benihana's shares that the company has repurchased from the open market or from its shareholders. Treasury stock is not an asset but rather a reduction in stockholders' equity. The negative value indicates that the cost of reacquired shares exceeds their par value, impacting the overall equity position of the company at that specific point in time.

For a prospective franchisee, this information provides insight into Benihana's capital structure and how it manages its shares. While treasury stock transactions are common, significant fluctuations could signal changes in the company's financial strategy or shareholder relations. It is advisable for potential franchisees to monitor these trends in conjunction with other financial metrics to gain a comprehensive understanding of the company's financial health.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.