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What specific items comprise the accumulated other comprehensive income for CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., the parent company of Hardees, as detailed in the financial statements?

Hardees Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

_ CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. Stockholder's Equity
Commo Common Stock Additional Notes Receivab Notes Receivable Accumulated Other
Shares Am ount Paid-In from CKE Accumulated Comprehensive Total
Capital Inc. Deficit Loss Equity
Balance as of January 31, 2022 100

Source: Item 21 — Financial Statements (FDD pages 84–85)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

Based on the 2025 Hardees FDD, the consolidated financial statements of CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. include a line item for "Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss" within the consolidated statements of equity. For example, the balance as of January 31, 2022, shows an accumulated other comprehensive loss of $885 (in thousands). During the period, an "Other comprehensive loss" of $250 (in thousands) was also reported.

This indicates that CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., which is the parent company of Hardees, tracks and reports changes in equity that are not derived from net income but are still considered part of comprehensive income. These items bypass the income statement and are accumulated separately.

For a prospective Hardees franchisee, understanding these comprehensive income components provides a more complete picture of the parent company's financial health and stability. While the specific nature of these items is not detailed in this excerpt, it's important to recognize that factors beyond typical revenues and expenses can influence the overall financial position of the franchisor. A franchisee may want to inquire about the specific items included in accumulated other comprehensive income/loss to better assess the franchisor's financial reporting and risk profile.

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.