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For the 2,000,000 options granted by RBI in connection with the appointment of the Executive Chairman of Burger King, what is the expiration period from the date of grant?

Burger_King Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

In connection with the appointment of the Executive Chairman in November 2022, RBI made one-time grants of options, RSUs and performance-based RSUs with specific terms and conditions. RBI granted 2,000,000 options with an exercise price equal to the closing price of RBI common shares on the trading day preceding the date of grant that cliff vest five years from the date of grant and expire after ten years. RBI granted 500,000 RSUs that vest ratably over five years on the anniversary of the grant date. Lastly, RBI granted 750,000 performance-based RSUs that cliff vest five and a half years from the date of grant and may be earned from 50% for threshold performance to 200% for maximum performance, based on meeting performance targets tied to the appreciation of the price of RBI common shares, with none of the award being earned if the threshold is not met. The respective fair value of these performance-based RSU awards was based on a Monte Carlo Simulation valuation model and these market condition awards are expensed over the vesting period regardless of the value that the award recipient ultimately receives.

Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 109–124)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Burger King's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, in November 2022, RBI granted 2,000,000 options in connection with the appointment of the RBI Executive Chairman. These options have an exercise price equal to the closing price of RBI common shares on the trading day preceding the grant date.

These options cliff vest five years from the date of grant, meaning they become fully available to the recipient after that five-year period. After the vesting period, the options expire after ten years from the grant date.

This information pertains to the compensation structure for Burger King's executive leadership and does not directly impact the financial investment or operational obligations of a Burger King franchisee.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 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.