Restaurant Brands Asia Limited shares gained 1.90% to close at ₹68.95 on Thursday after the company announced its board will meet on January 20 to consider various fundraising proposals. The company, which operates Burger King and Popeyes franchises in India, submitted the intimation to stock exchanges on January 15 in compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations.

Fundraising Proposals Under Consideration

The board meeting will focus on evaluating multiple fundraising options to strengthen the company's financial position. The directors will consider raising funds through various financial instruments and methods, subject to approval from company members and regulatory authorities.

The fundraising proposals will require approval from company members and relevant statutory authorities before implementation. The board retains flexibility to choose the most suitable combination of instruments and methods based on market conditions and strategic requirements.

Everstone Capital Exit Developments

In November, reports indicated that Everstone Capital had revived efforts to exit Restaurant Brands Asia, with talks progressing rapidly and multiple parties submitting interest. The private equity firm holds an 11.27% stake in the company through QSR Asia Pte Ltd. and was reportedly in advanced negotiations with a mix of financial and strategic bidders.

Sources indicated that contenders included a family office of a listed company with existing QSR footprint, along with other private equity investors evaluating the deal. If the transaction proceeds, a change in controlling promoter would likely trigger an open offer as required under takeover regulations.

Stock Performance and Trading Restrictions

The stock has shown mixed performance with a 7.80% gain in the past month, though it has declined 11.70% over the past year. The company has implemented trading window restrictions for designated persons and their immediate relatives, effective from January 1 until 48 hours after the board meeting concludes.

The trading window restrictions cover both the consideration of unaudited financial results for the third quarter and nine months ending December 31, as well as the fundraising proposals, ensuring compliance with SEBI Insider Trading Regulations.

Restaurant Brands Asia Limited has expanded its employee stock ownership program with a fresh allotment of equity shares under its employee stock option scheme. The company, which operates Burger King restaurants in India, approved the allotment of 2,96,835 new equity shares on December 24, 2025.

Latest ESOP Allotment Details

The Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Board of Directors approved the allotment through circulation at 11:27 a.m. (IST) on December 24, 2025. The details of the allotment are as follows:

Impact on Share Capital Structure

The allotment has resulted in an increase in the company's issued and paid-up equity share capital. The updated capital structure shows:

Strategic Implications

This ESOP allotment represents Restaurant Brands Asia's continued commitment to employee engagement and retention strategies. The newly allotted shares will rank pari-passu with existing equity shares, providing equal rights including voting and dividend entitlements.

The allotment under the BK Employee Stock Option Scheme 2015 demonstrates the company's focus on aligning employee interests with shareholder value creation. As the quick service restaurant sector remains competitive, such employee-centric initiatives help retain talent and foster ownership culture within the organization.

The company has duly informed both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited about this allotment in compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations, ensuring transparency in corporate governance practices.