Sharemaestro company-news research for Restaurant Brands International Inc (QSR), showing current tone, evidence confidence, direct company coverage, sector and industry context, completed price response and the source headlines used on the page. Scores describe published news evidence. Confidence describes the amount, freshness, source breadth and direct company relevance of that evidence. Price context is shown separately.

NYSE United States Measured evidence

Company news sentiment

Latest QSR news and sentiment

Restaurant Brands International Inc

Company headlines from the last 30 days, weighted by freshness, relevance, publisher quality and the strength of the wording. Price is shown separately.

30-day score56Neutral is 50
Balanced news tone 38/100 evidence confidence 99% direct company focus 48 current stories across 13 publishers
Latest weekly closeUSD 80.17week of 4 Sep 2026
Main news subjectEarnings84/100 share of current news
News data statusPartial28 duplicate stories removed

Current company news

Balanced news tone

The score uses 48 current company stories from 13 publishers.

Observed headline tone61/100 Published 30-day score56/100

Older, less relevant and less reliable stories count for less. Confidence is shown separately.

Latest source headline Restaurant Brands International (QSR) Stock May Be 15% Undervalued On Cash Flow Support simplywall.st ยท 10 Sep 2026 21:49

What supports the score

Direct evidence

48 current stories are mapped specifically to QSR.

Source breadth

The score uses 13 publishers rather than depending on one outlet.

Story agreement

The current stories agree at 92/100.

What limits the score

No major limit stands out.

56/100
News scoreBalanced news tone
38/100
Confidencethin evidence
99%/100
Company news48 company stories
92/100
Story agreement8/100 difference

News history

Daily score and story count over 30 days

Daily weighted evidence
13 Aug: 1 stories14 Aug: 3 stories15 Aug: 2 stories16 Aug: 1 stories17 Aug: 2 stories18 Aug: 3 stories19 Aug: 3 stories20 Aug: 2 stories21 Aug: 1 stories22 Aug: 1 stories23 Aug: 1 stories25 Aug: 6 stories26 Aug: 1 stories27 Aug: 1 stories28 Aug: 1 stories29 Aug: 1 stories31 Aug: 3 stories02 Sep: 3 stories03 Sep: 1 stories04 Sep: 2 stories06 Sep: 1 stories07 Sep: 2 stories08 Sep: 1 stories09 Sep: 1 stories10 Sep: 2 stories 13 Aug: tone 84, 1 stories14 Aug: tone 50, 3 stories15 Aug: tone 61, 2 stories16 Aug: tone 63, 1 stories17 Aug: tone 59, 2 stories18 Aug: tone 68, 3 stories19 Aug: tone 59, 3 stories20 Aug: tone 65, 2 stories21 Aug: tone 47, 1 stories22 Aug: tone 50, 1 stories23 Aug: tone 62, 1 stories25 Aug: tone 61, 6 stories26 Aug: tone 71, 1 stories27 Aug: tone 50, 1 stories28 Aug: tone 54, 1 stories29 Aug: tone 50, 1 stories31 Aug: tone 61, 3 stories02 Sep: tone 45, 3 stories03 Sep: tone 57, 1 stories04 Sep: tone 66, 2 stories06 Sep: tone 59, 1 stories07 Sep: tone 51, 2 stories08 Sep: tone 64, 1 stories09 Sep: tone 42, 1 stories10 Sep: tone 57, 2 stories 95505
13 Aug28 Aug11 Sep
News scoreStory count50 baseline

Confidence

How reliable the score is

Separate from direction

Confidence uses the amount of news, separate publishers, direct company relevance, freshness and agreement. A high or low score is not automatically reliable.

Amount of evidence20
1.006 after freshness weighting
Source breadth100
13 independent publishers
Company relevance99
share tied directly to this company
Freshness36
recency-weighted evidence
Agreement92
how closely stories agree
Publisher mix56
less reliance on one publisher

Price and news history

Weekly price and news-score history

Balanced read

News tone and price action are not far from neutral.

26 completed price weeks11 comparable news-score weeks
One scoring method across the chart.Stored company headlines are recalculated at each weekly point with the current 30-day freshness weighting. Old published snapshots are left unchanged.
13 Mar 2026: close 72.018514, indexed 100.020 Mar 2026: close 73.75, indexed 102.427 Mar 2026: close 71.42, indexed 99.203 Apr 2026: close 76.58, indexed 106.310 Apr 2026: close 76.39, indexed 106.117 Apr 2026: close 78.32, indexed 108.724 Apr 2026: close 80.172583, indexed 111.301 May 2026: close 79.310405, indexed 110.108 May 2026: close 78.993283, indexed 109.715 May 2026: close 75.15808, indexed 104.422 May 2026: close 74.702216, indexed 103.729 May 2026: close 74.02833, indexed 102.805 Jun 2026: close 72.006673, indexed 100.012 Jun 2026: close 74.176982, indexed 103.019 Jun 2026: close 72.77966, indexed 101.126 Jun 2026: close 74.34, indexed 103.203 Jul 2026: close 74.79, indexed 103.810 Jul 2026: close 75.26, indexed 104.517 Jul 2026: close 75.01, indexed 104.224 Jul 2026: close 72.47, indexed 100.631 Jul 2026: close 74.02, indexed 102.807 Aug 2026: close 73.89, indexed 102.614 Aug 2026: close 77.64, indexed 107.821 Aug 2026: close 80.86, indexed 112.328 Aug 2026: close 78.26, indexed 108.704 Sep 2026: close 80.17, indexed 111.3 26 Jun 2026: news score 50, close 74.34, 7 stories5003 Jul 2026: news score 50, close 74.79, 10 stories10 Jul 2026: news score 50, close 75.26, 16 stories5017 Jul 2026: news score 49, close 75.01, 21 stories24 Jul 2026: news score 53, close 72.47, 29 stories5331 Jul 2026: news score 52, close 74.02, 38 stories07 Aug 2026: news score 65, close 73.89, 63 stories6514 Aug 2026: news score 60, close 77.64, 87 stories21 Aug 2026: news score 59, close 80.86, 92 stories5928 Aug 2026: news score 58, close 78.26, 89 stories04 Sep 2026: news score 57, close 80.17, 85 stories57 Price index 114.3 105.7 97.2 News score 100 50 0
13 Mar09 Jun04 Sep
Weekly close, indexedSentiment score
26-week price+11.3%latest close 80.17
News score change+7first to latest comparable week
One-week response+2.4%Price confirming higher
Fair-value position+18.7%Near fair-value range
WeekNews scoreCloseWeekly move
04 Sep 202657USD 80.17+2.4%
28 Aug 202658USD 78.26-3.2%
21 Aug 202659USD 80.86+4.1%
14 Aug 202660USD 77.64+5.1%
07 Aug 202665USD 73.89-0.2%
31 Jul 202652USD 74.02+2.1%
24 Jul 202653USD 72.47-3.4%
17 Jul 202649USD 75.01-0.3%

News subjects

What is shaping the score

Earnings
Earnings6133 stories ยท 69%
Market update4813 stories ยท 27%
Balance sheet591 stories ยท 2%
Deals and strategy591 stories ยท 2%

Source mix

Where the evidence comes from

56/100 independence
MarketBeat6113 stories ยท 27%
simplywall.st615 stories ยท 10%
Stock Titan414 stories ยท 8%
MarketWatch514 stories ยท 8%
Moomoo722 stories ยท 4%
finance.yahoo.com592 stories ยท 4%
MT Newswires422 stories ยท 4%

Recurring subjects

Subjects appearing most often

Current evidence
Earnings30Financial Markets25Retail Wholesale21Finance19Free Cash Flow3Economy Macro3Restaurants2Price Target2Intrinsic Value2Fast Food2

Earlier readings

How the score has changed

52 comparable readings ยท 57 days
Past and present use the same method.Each point recalculates the previous 30 days of stored company headlines with today's scoring rules. The original stored snapshots remain unchanged.
Comparable move+550 to 55 ยท Strengthening
Observed range49โ€“6650 is the neutral baseline
Evidence depth47stories at latest stored reading ยท +27
Confidence34/100Provisional ยท +7
16 Jul50 neutral11 Sep 19:45
ConstructiveBalanced or withheldCautious

Changes in the stored score

Scores are rebuilt from stored headlines with the current 30-day method. Days with no change are collapsed.

ObservedScoreMoveConfidenceStoriesStatus
11 Sep 19:4555+034/100 (-2)47 (-5)Provisional
10 Sep 23:5955+036/100 (+1)52 (-3)Measured
09 Sep 23:5955-135/100 (-1)55 (-8)Measured
08 Sep 23:5956+036/100 (+1)63 (-2)Measured
07 Sep 23:5956+035/100 (-2)65 (-1)Measured
06 Sep 23:5956-137/100 (-3)66 (-19)Measured
04 Sep 23:5957+240/100 (+5)85 (0)Measured
03 Sep 23:5955-135/100 (-1)85 (-3)Measured

Source headlines

The news behind the score

Showing 31-48 of 48

Only company-specific stories enter this score. The latest 30 days are shown newest first, with newer stories weighted more heavily and duplicate coverage combined.

#31Not directional
Market sourceDirect company coverageScored from headline

Burger King's $700 Million Fix Is Paying Off for Restaurant Brands International

Published
20 Aug 2026 07:00
News subject
Market update
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 22.5d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3242Tone
MarketWatchDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brands International Inc. stock outperforms market despite losses on the day

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) stock slipped 0.56% on Tuesday, closing at C$106.48, despite the broader Canadian market (S&P/TSX Composite Index GSPTSE) falling 0.82%. The company's stock is currently 4.6% below its 52-week high of C$111.63, which it achieved on May 6th.

EarningsFinancial Markets
Published
19 Aug 2026 16:11
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Negative financial language
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Low ยท 33/100
30-day weight
0.7% of the score ยท 23.1d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#33Not directional
Fast CasualDirect company coverageStored article

Firehouse Subs opens 1,500th restaurant

Firehouse Subs has opened its 1,500th restaurant in Abilene, Texas, owned by Air Force veteran Chad Fulkerson. A portion of every purchase at the firefighter-founded hot sub brand benefits the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, which has awarded over $115 million to first responders. The company is actively seeking experienced, mission-oriented operators to support its continued growth across the United States and Canada.

Retail Wholesale
Published
19 Aug 2026 13:40
News subject
Market update
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 23.3d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3476Tone
Insider MonkeyDirect company coverageStored article

Buybacks and EPS Growth Strengthens Restaurant Brands Internationalโ€™s (QSR) Upside

Pershing Square Holdings, an investment holding company, released its second quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. Pershing Square is an alternative asset manager that primarily manages capital in publicly traded investment vehicles, with 98% of its capital structure dedicated to such assets, including Howard Hughes Holdings. This capital permanency allows for long-term investments, fostering sustainable competitive advantages and yielding substantial market returns since 2018. The investment strategy focuses on acquiring high-quality companies at safe pric

EarningsFast FoodIntrinsic ValueInvestment StrategyPrice TargetShare Price
Published
19 Aug 2026 11:45
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Operating growth
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 48/100
30-day weight
0.7% of the score ยท 23.3d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3573Tone
Kalkine MediaDirect company coverageScored from headline

Restaurant Brands (NYSE:QSR) Gains After Strong Results

Published
18 Aug 2026 15:14
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Strong Results
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 48/100
30-day weight
0.7% of the score ยท 24.2d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3642Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Empowered Funds LLC Reduces Position in Restaurant Brands International Inc. $QSR

Empowered Funds LLC significantly reduced its stake in Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR) by 59.5% in the first quarter, selling 16,719 shares and holding 11,396 shares valued at $842,000. Despite this, other institutional investors either increased their positions or initiated new ones. Wall Street analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating for QSR with an average target price of $83.70, following the company's recent earnings beat and dividend announcement.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsRetail Wholesale
Published
18 Aug 2026 07:41
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Institutional or insider selling
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Low ยท 33/100
30-day weight
0.6% of the score ยท 24.5d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3777Tone
simplywall.stDirect company coverageStored article

Why Restaurant Brands International (QSR) Is Up 5.9% After EPS Surges And Payouts Stay Robust

Restaurant Brands International (QSR) reported strong second-quarter 2026 results with significant increases in revenue and net income, leading to a 5.9% stock price surge. The company also declared a robust third-quarter dividend and completed substantial share repurchases, highlighting its focus on profitability and shareholder returns. Despite these positive results, the article notes that future performance will depend on sustaining Burger King's momentum and managing risks from rising input costs and competitive discounting.

EarningsEconomy MacroFinanceFinancial MarketsRetail Wholesale
Published
18 Aug 2026 06:40
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Operating growth, Capital returned, Positive market reaction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 54/100
30-day weight
1.2% of the score ยท 24.5d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3837Tone
MarketWatchDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brands International Inc. stock falls Monday, underperforms market

Shares of Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) fell by 0.50% to C$107.08 on Monday, underperforming the broader Canadian market as the S&P/TSX Composite Index declined by 0.17%. The company's stock closed 4.1% below its 52-week high of C$111.63, which was reached on May 6th.

Financial Markets
Published
17 Aug 2026 16:34
News subject
Market update
Why this score
Negative market reaction, Large negative market reaction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 36/100
30-day weight
<0.1% of the score ยท 25.1d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#3959Tone
TradingViewDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brands (QSR): Buy, Sell, or Hold Post Q2 Earnings?

Restaurant Brands (QSR): Buy, Sell, or Hold Post Q2 Earnings? Restaurant Brands has followed the market's trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 14% to $77.66 per share while the index has gained 13.9%. Is now a good time to buy QSR? Find out in our full research report, it's free. Why Does QSR Stock Spark Debate? Formed through a strategic merger, Restaurant Brands International (NYSE:QSR) is a multinational corporation that owns three iconic fast-food chains: Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes. Two Things to Like: 1. New Re

Cash FlowEarningsFree Cash FlowGrowthRestaurants
Published
17 Aug 2026 04:06
News subject
Deals and strategy
Why this score
Large positive market reaction, Positive market reaction
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Low ยท 33/100
30-day weight
1% of the score ยท 25.7d old
Duplicates
2 consolidated
#4063Tone
finance.yahoo.comDirect company coverageStored article

Jim Cramer Discusses Restaurant Brands (QSR) Q2 Earnings and Burger Kingโ€™s Resurgence

On the August 11 episode of Mad Money, host Jim Cramer discussed the financial mechanics behind Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR), and focused on the divergence between Burger King's resurgence and the broader headwinds facing its parent company. He said: Apparently, the monarch is making a comeback because Burger King is running circles around the Golden Arches right nowโ€ฆ They posted 3.8% compsโ€ฆ same-store sales growth. Wall Street was only looking for 3. Their total revenue was in line, but their operating income was better than expected, up 7%, and they delivered a 3-cent earn

DividendsEarningsEconomy MacroFast FoodFinanceFinancial Markets
Published
16 Aug 2026 09:38
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Better Than Expected, Operating growth
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 36/100
30-day weight
0.4% of the score ยท 26.4d old
Duplicates
2 consolidated
#41Not directional
finance.yahoo.comDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brandsโ€™s Q2 Earnings Call: Our Top 5 Analyst Questions

Restaurant Brands's Q2 Earnings Call: Our Top 5 Analyst Questions Restaurant Brands' second quarter results reflected steady execution across its multi-brand portfolio, with particular strength from Burger King and international markets. Management pointed to Burger King's same-store sales outperformance and ongoing operational improvements as key drivers for the quarter. CEO Josh Kobza emphasized the company's alignment with franchisees and highlighted strong performance in international markets such as Germany, Spain, and China. Kobza noted, "Our results highlight the strength of our diversi

EarningsFranchisingInternational ExpansionMenu InnovationSame Store Sales
Published
15 Aug 2026 15:17
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Positive financial language
Company focus
Shared story ยท 78%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 27.2d old
Duplicates
2 consolidated
#4264Tone
MarketBeatDirect company coverageStored article

Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Buys New Shares in Restaurant Brands International Inc. $QSR

Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. has acquired a new position in Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR), purchasing 189,733 shares valued at approximately $13.76 million. The company's stock is largely owned by institutional investors and hedge funds, accounting for 82.29%. Restaurant Brands International reported strong Q2 earnings, exceeding analyst estimates with an EPS of $1.07 and revenue of $2.52 billion, while also declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.65 per share.

EarningsFinanceFinancial MarketsRetail Wholesale
Published
15 Aug 2026 11:12
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Institutional or insider buying, Operating growth
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
Medium ยท 41/100
30-day weight
0.6% of the score ยท 27.4d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#43Not directional
MarketWatchDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brands International Inc. stock rises Friday, outperforms market

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) stock rose 0.88% to C$107.62 on Friday, outperforming the Canadian market as the S&P/TSX Composite Index fell 0.08%. Despite the rise, the company's stock closed 3.6% below its 52-week high of C$111.63, achieved on May 6th.

EarningsFinancial MarketsRetail Wholesale
Published
14 Aug 2026 18:34
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Large negative market reaction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 28.0d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#44Not directional
Stock TitanDirect company coverageStored article

EdgePoint updates 4.95% holding in Restaurant Brands International (QSR) common shares

EdgePoint Investment Group Inc. has filed an amended ownership report (SCHEDULE 13G/A) for Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR), disclosing beneficial ownership of 17,171,552 common shares, which represents 4.95% of the class. EdgePoint holds sole voting and dispositive power over 12,883,912 shares and shared power over 4,287,640 shares through investment funds it manages. This filing clarifies that their position constitutes 5% or less of the outstanding common shares.

FinanceFinancial Markets
Published
14 Aug 2026 12:42
News subject
Market update
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 28.3d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#4684Tone
SahmDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brands International (QSR) Stock May Be 14% Undervalued Despite Q2 Earnings Beat

Restaurant Brands International (QSR) appears undervalued based on Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) and earnings multiple analyses, despite a mixed Q2 performance. The DCF model suggests a 13.8% discount, valuing the stock at approximately $87 per share. The P/E ratio of 18.7x is also below industry averages and Simply Wall St's fair multiple estimate, indicating potential undervaluation even with Burger King's strong sales offsetting weaker trends in other brands.

EarningsFinancial MarketsRetail Wholesale
Published
13 Aug 2026 13:12
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
Beat expectations, Positive valuation view, Operating growth
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Direct company coverage
Story strength
High ยท 61/100
30-day weight
0.7% of the score ยท 29.3d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#47Not directional
Stock TitanDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brands (QSR) holder 3G details 21.3% stake and 2026 unit exchange

3G Restaurant Brands Holdings GP Ltd. and 3G Restaurant Brands Holdings LP have updated their Schedule 13D filing for Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR), detailing recent exchanges of Exchangeable Units. The filing indicates that 3G RBH transferred 4,784,732 Exchangeable Units on August 10, 2026, including a specific 2026 Exchange of 2,784,549 units which RBI LP will repurchase for cash by August 31, 2026. After these transactions, 3G beneficially owns 94,373,170 Exchangeable Units, representing a 21.3% stake in QSR.

EarningsFinancial Markets
Published
12 Aug 2026 21:40
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 29.9d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated
#48Not directional
Stock TitanDirect company coverageStored article

Restaurant Brands (QSR) major holder moves 4.78M exchangeable units in cash exchange

3G Restaurant Brands Holdings LP, a major shareholder in Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR), reported transactions involving 4,784,732 exchangeable units. This included an exchange notice for 2,784,549 units to be repurchased for cash by RBI LP, and an additional transfer of 2,000,183 units for no consideration. The cash settlement for the exchanged units is scheduled for August 31, 2026, based on a 20-trading-day weighted average price of RBI's common shares.

EarningsFinance
Published
12 Aug 2026 21:40
News subject
Earnings
Why this score
The headline reports news without a clear direction
Company focus
Main company ยท 100%
How it is used
Shown as company news ยท not used in the score
Story strength
Not directional
30-day weight
None ยท 29.9d old
Duplicates
1 consolidated

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It describes the weighted balance of qualifying headlines. A score of 50 can mean balanced news or that there is not enough evidence; the status label explains which.

Confidence is separate

Confidence measures depth, source breadth, direct relevance, freshness and agreement. It does not rise merely because the tone is extreme.

Price is confirmation

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