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What was the total additional paid-in capital for Benihana as of December 31, 2022?

Benihana Franchise · 2024 FDD

Answer from 2024 FDD Document

December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 55,121 $ 23,614
Accounts receivable 15,220 11,356
Inventory 5,728 3,915
Other current assets 2,091 3,666
Due from related parties 376 376
Total current assets 78,536 42,927
Property and equipment, net 94,087 69,638
Operating lease right-of-use assets 85,161 85,395
Deferred tax assets, net 12,323 12,313
Intangibles, net 15,290 15,505
Other assets 4,774 3,199
Security deposits 853 858
Total assets $ 291,024 $ 229,835
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 13,055 $ 11,094
Accrued expenses 22,409 23,155
Deferred gift card revenue and other 2,115 2,029
Current portion of operating lease liabilities 6,336 5,396
Current portion of long-term debt 1,500 500
Other current liabilities 256 90
Total current liabilities 45,671 42,264
Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion 105,247 103,616
Long-term debt, net of current portion 70,544 23,132
Other long-term liabilities 972 298
Total liabilities 222,434 169,310
Commitments and contingencies (Note 15)
Stockholders' equity:
Common stock, $0.0001 par value, 75,000,000 shares authorized; 32,829,995 issued
and 31,735,423 outstanding at December 31, 2022 and 32,138,396 shares issued and
32,125,762 outstanding at December 31, 2021 3 3
Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value, 10,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued
and outstanding at December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively
Treasury stock, 1,094,572 and 12,634 shares at cost at December 31, 2022 and
December 31, 2021, respectively (7,169) (37)
Additional paid-in capital 55,583 53,481

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

What This Means (2024 FDD)

According to Benihana's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the additional paid-in capital as of December 31, 2022, was $55,583. This figure represents the excess amount over the par value that investors paid when purchasing shares of Benihana's stock. It is a component of the overall stockholders' equity.

For a prospective franchisee, understanding the financial health of the franchisor is crucial. Additional paid-in capital can indicate investor confidence and the ability of Benihana to fund its operations and growth. A higher number generally suggests that the company has been successful in attracting investment.

It's important to note that this is just one aspect of Benihana's financial condition. Franchisees should review the entire financial statement, including assets, liabilities, and retained earnings, to gain a comprehensive understanding. Consulting with a financial advisor is recommended to interpret these figures in the context of the franchise agreement and potential investment.

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.