For Burger King, what was the basic earnings per share in 2023?
Burger_King Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
y 1, 2023, would not be materially different from the results reported during 2024 and 2023.
The unaudited pro forma information has been prepared for comparative purposes only, in accordance with the acquisition method of accounting, and is not necessarily indicative of the results of operations that would have occurred if the Carrols Acquisition had been completed on the date indicated, nor is it indicative of our future operating results.
Note 4. Earnings per Share
An economic interest in Partnership common equity is held by the holders of Class B exchangeable limited partnership units (the "Partnership exchangeable units"), which is reflected as a noncontrolling interest in our equity. See Note 13, Shareholders' Equity.
Basic and diluted earnings per share is computed using the weighted average number of shares outstanding for the period. We apply the treasury stock method to determine the dilutive weighted average common shares represented by out
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, the basic earnings per share in 2023 was $3.82. This metric is calculated by dividing the net income attributable to common shareholders by the weighted average of common shares.
For a prospective franchisee, earnings per share (EPS) offers insight into the profitability of Burger King on a per-share basis. A higher EPS generally indicates greater profitability. The basic EPS focuses solely on common shares, excluding the impact of potentially dilutive securities.
It's important to note that this figure reflects the earnings per share for the parent company and not necessarily the earnings of an individual Burger King franchise. While the parent company's financial health is a factor, the success of a franchise depends on various factors such as location, management, and local market conditions.