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FAT Brands Inc. (FAT) is a global leader in multi-brand restaurant franchising, operating concepts across quick service, fast casual, and casual dining segments. This page serves as the definitive source for corporate news and official updates about the company's franchising strategies, financial performance, and brand portfolio developments.

Investors and industry professionals will find curated press releases covering earnings announcements, strategic acquisitions, leadership updates, and partnership initiatives. All content is sourced directly from FAT Brands' corporate communications to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The news collection includes updates on franchise expansion efforts, operational support programs for licensees, and market-specific adaptations across the company's global network. Regular updates provide insights into how FAT Brands maintains its competitive position through integrated brand management and franchisor support systems.

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FAT Brands has appointed Amy V. Forrestal to its board of directors, bringing over 30 years of advisory experience in the restaurant and retail sectors. Known for her successful background in mergers and acquisitions, Forrestal previously established the Restaurant and Hospitality Group at Brookwood Associates. CEO Andy Wiederhorn highlighted her impressive track record and expects her to enhance FAT Brands' acquisition strategy. The company currently owns 15 restaurant brands and operates over 2,100 franchise units worldwide.

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Hot Dog on a Stick has launched a new limited-time offer featuring Cheetos Flamin’ Hot Sticks served with Chipotle Aioli and Strawberry Mango Lemonade with Tajin. Customers can upgrade any stick item for an additional $0.99. This collaboration with Frito-Lay/PepsiCo enhances the restaurant's menu offerings, aiming to attract younger consumers. The special items will be available until January 16, 2022 and are expected to drive sales during the fall season.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 01, 2021 – FAT Brands has completed its acquisition of the Twin Peaks restaurant chain from Garnett Station Partners for $300 million. This marks FAT Brands' entry into the polished casual dining segment, increasing its total stores to over 2,100 with annual system-wide sales of approximately $1.8 billion. The acquisition is projected to boost normalized EBITDA by $25 to $30 million. This is FAT Brands' third acquisition in 12 months, following Johnny Rockets and Global Franchise Group.

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FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) has announced the pricing of $250 million of its FATTP Series 2021-1 Fixed Rate Asset-Backed Notes, intended to finance the acquisition of the Twin Peaks restaurant chain. This marks FAT Brands' fifth securitization transaction, with a fixed interest rate of 8.00%. The acquisition will allow FAT Brands to enter the polished-casual dining sector and increase franchised locations for Twin Peaks. The transaction was well-received by investors, showcasing strong demand and effective execution by Jefferies.

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FAT Brands has announced plans to expand its restaurant concepts in the Middle East with a total of 136 new locations across five countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and Kuwait. Over the next five years, six brands will launch through a partnership with Kitopi, a cloud kitchen operator. This move follows a decade of successful brand presence in the region. CEO Andy Wiederhorn emphasized the continuing growth and popularity of FAT Brands' concepts, aiming to satisfy local appetites with diverse offerings.

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Garnett Station Partners has announced the sale of Twin Peaks, a sports bar franchise, to FAT Brands for $300 million. Founded in 2005 and based in Dallas, Twin Peaks has seen significant growth, including a 15% increase in unit count and a 50% rise in adjusted earnings since Garnett's investment in March 2019. The acquisition aims to leverage FAT Brands' resources to further accelerate Twin Peaks' growth trajectory.

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FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) announced it will acquire Twin Peaks, a rapidly growing casual dining chain known for its sports lodge concept, for $300 million. The acquisition aims to diversify FAT's portfolio and is expected to elevate systemwide sales from $1.4 billion to over $1.8 billion. The deal will be financed through $250 million in new securitization notes and Series B preferred stock issuance. The transaction is anticipated to close by the end of September 2021, with expected EBITDA growth of $25 to $30 million post-acquisition.

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FAT Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: FAT) has announced a cash dividend of $0.13 per share for the third quarter of fiscal 2021. This dividend applies to both Class A and Class B common stock, with a payment date of September 15, 2021 for shareholders on record as of September 6, 2021. Future dividends will depend on the company's operational results and financial condition. FAT Brands, with a portfolio of 14 restaurant brands, franchises around 2,000 units globally, highlighting its strong position in the franchising market.

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FAT Brands reported a significant 167% increase in total revenue to $8.3 million for Q2 2021, compared to $3.1 million in Q2 2020. The company attributes this growth to the acquisition of Johnny Rockets and recovery from COVID-19 impacts. System-wide sales rose by 201.9% year-over-year. However, the net loss widened to $5.9 million or $0.48 per share. The company completed the acquisition of Global Franchise Group for $442.5 million, expanding its portfolio to over 2,000 stores worldwide, with plans for future growth and improved EBITDA projections.

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