What was the U.S. federal deferred income tax for Bojangles for the year ended December 25, 2022?

According to Bojangles's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the U.S. federal deferred income tax for the year ended December 25, 2022, was $1,945. This figure represents the deferred portion of income taxes specifically at the U.S. federal level. Deferred income taxes arise from temporary differences between the tax basis of an asset or liability and its reported amount in the financial statements. These differences result in taxable or deductible amounts in future years.

For a prospective Bojangles franchisee, understanding deferred income taxes is crucial for assessing the company's financial health and stability. While deferred tax assets can be a source of future tax benefits, deferred tax liabilities represent future tax obligations. Monitoring these deferred tax components helps franchisees evaluate the long-term tax implications of Bojangles's financial decisions.

The state and local deferred income tax for the year ended December 25, 2022, was $289. The total deferred income tax benefit (expense) was $2,234. It's important to note that these figures are components of the overall income tax expense or benefit reported by Bojangles, and they provide insights into the timing of tax payments and the impact of temporary differences on the company's tax obligations.