Adjusted EBITDA increased 2.5% to $146.6 million, and adjusted EPS rose 7.4% to $0.29, supported by fewer shares outstanding and productivity gains.
Free cash flow generation remained strong at $109.5 million in the first half of 2025, reflecting disciplined capital allocation and investments.
Global systemwide sales declined 1.8% in Q2 2025, driven by a 3.6% decline in U.S. same-restaurant sales, partially offset by 8.7% growth in International sales.
Returned $262 million to shareholders year-to-date through dividends and share repurchases, with plans to return approximately $325 million in 2025.
U.S. company-operated restaurant margin contracted by 30 basis points to 16.2%, impacted by higher commodity costs, wage inflation, and lower traffic.