Americana Restaurants International PLC

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Ticker/ISIN
AMR
AEE01135A222
Market/Country
Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange
United Arab Emirates

About Americana Restaurants International PLC

Americana is the largest out-of-home dining ("OOHD") and quick service restaurant (“QSR”) operator in its 12 countries of operation, across the MENA region and Kazakhstan, based on the number of restaurants in Americana's countries of operations according to the Euromonitor International Report. Americana believes it is the trusted and preferred franchisee in the MENA region for the following brands: KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee's, Krispy Kreme, TGIF, Costa Coffee and Baskin Robbins.

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Americana Restaurants International PLC announced the completion of its share buyback program, acquiring 25 million shares under its Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) at a weighted average price of AED 2.460 per share. The buyback received approval from the company's AGM on April 24, 2024, and from ADX on May 9, 2024.
Americana Restaurants International PLC announced its financial results for the first nine months of 2024, reporting revenues of $1.61 billion and an adjusted EBITDA of $350.6 million, resulting in a 21.8% EBITDA margin. The net profit attributable to shareholders was $117.4 million. The company expanded its operations by opening 113 new stores, bringing the total to 2,504 restaurants as of September 30, 2024. Compared to the same period in 2023, revenues declined by 15.2%, and net profit decreased by 48.2%, impacted by lower like-for-like sales, incremental depreciation from new store openings, and the implementation of corporate tax in the UAE. Despite these challenges, the company saw a recovery in average daily transactions and sales per store in Q3 2024.
Americana Restaurants International PLC, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has announced that its Board of Directors has approved the company's consolidated financial statements for the three-month period ending September 30, 2024. This decision was made following a recommendation from the company's Audit Committee during a meeting on October 29, 2024. The approval was finalized by circulation on October 30, 2024. The notification was addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and a copy was sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority. The announcement was signed by Saqib Muhammad Sabir Awan, Secretary of the Board.
Americana Restaurants International PLC, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, informed the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange that its Audit Committee met on October 29, 2024. During the meeting, the committee endorsed the company's consolidated financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2024. These statements are to be approved by the Board of Directors through circulation. The notification was signed by Saqib Muhammad Sabir Awan, the Secretary of the Board, with a copy sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.
Americana Restaurants International PLC, based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has issued a notification regarding a resolution to be passed by the Board of Directors. Following a recommendation by the Audit Committee, the Board may approve the company's consolidated financial statements for the period ending September 30, 2024, through circulation. The decision will be disclosed in due course. The notification is addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and a copy has been sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.
Americana Restaurants International PLC, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, held a Board of Directors meeting on 16 September 2024 at 12:30 pm. The agenda included discussing the company's performance and considering other business matters. The notification was addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. The letter was signed by Saqib Muhammad Sabir Awan, Secretary of the Board, with a copy sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.
Americana Restaurants International PLC, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has announced a Board of Directors meeting scheduled for 12:30 pm on Monday, September 16, 2024. The agenda includes a performance update for the year-to-date period ending August 2024 and other business updates. In accordance with disclosure and transparency regulations, the decisions made during the meeting will be disclosed immediately afterward. The notification was signed by Saqib Muhammad Sabir Awan, Secretary of the Board, with a copy sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.
Americana Restaurants International PLC, located at Al Sarab Tower in Abu Dhabi, UAE, announced the completion of a share buyback transaction. The buyback was approved by the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) on May 9, 2024, and by the company's AGM on April 24, 2024. The transaction, conducted through International Securities LLC, involved the repurchase of 2,000,000 shares at an average price of AED 2.726 per share on August 15, 2024. To date, the company has bought back a total of 6,380,733 shares, with 18,619,267 shares remaining to be purchased. The announcement was signed by Saqib Muhammad Sabir Awan, the Authorized Signatory and Secretary of the Board.

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC AGM Minutes held on 24/04/2024 at 16:00

The Annual General Assembly of Americana Restaurants International PLC, a public company incorporated under the laws of Abu Dhabi Global Market, took place on 24 April 2024. The meeting was held both remotely and in-person at the Address Sky View Hotel, Dubai, UAE. Shareholders representing 76.64% of the company's share capital registered for the AGM. The meeting was chaired by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr. Mohamed Ali Rashed Alabbar. Mr. Saqib Awan was appointed as the meeting rapporteur and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank was the vote collector. The rapporteur confirmed the attendance rate and the validity of the AGM, stating that all decisions taken are binding on all shareholders, whether present or not.

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC AGM Results held on 24/04/2024 at 16:00

The General Assembly Meeting of Americana Restaurants International PLC took place on April 24, 2024, from 4 PM to 4:50 PM at the Address Sky View Hotel in Dubai, UAE, and virtually. The Board of Directors present included Chairman Mr. Mohamed Ali Rashed Alabbar, Vice Chairman Dr. Abdulmalik Abdullah Al-Hogail, and Board Members Mr. Arif Abdulla Albastaki, Mr. Graham Denis Allan, Mr. Kesri Singh, Mr. Raid Abdullah Ismail, and Ms. Tracy Ann Gehlan.

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC Invitation to Attend AGM held on 02/04/2024 at 17:00

Americana Restaurants International PLC, based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, has announced that its Annual General Assembly (AGM) will take place on Wednesday, 24th April 2024 at 4:00 pm (UAE local time). The meeting will be held both remotely/electronically and in-person. The AGM invitation will be published in two daily newspapers in English and Arabic on Wednesday, 3rd April 2024. The AGM invitation and disclosure regarding AGM proxies are attached with the announcement.

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC Board Meeting Results held on 25/03/2024 at 17:00

Americana Restaurants International PLC held a Board of Directors meeting on 25 March 2024. During the meeting, they approved the annual integrated report of the Board's activities for the fiscal year ending on 31 December 2023, to be presented to the Annual General Assembly. They also recommended the appointment of statutory auditors for the second, third, and fourth quarters of the fiscal year ending on 31 December 2024, and the first quarter of 2025, with their remuneration determined. The Board also called for the Annual General Assembly for the fiscal year ending on 31 December 2023 and approved its agenda. The date and venue of the Annual General Assembly will be announced in local newspapers.

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC Integrated Report December 31,2023

The text refers to the 2023 annual report of Americana Restaurants International PLC. The report focuses on enhancing customer experiences and driving business growth.

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC Sustainability Report

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC Announcement of Board Meeting to be held on 20/03/2024 at 16:00

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC Board Meeting Results held on 04/03/2024 at 18:00

Americana Restaurants International PLC held a Board of Directors meeting on March 4, 2024. During the meeting, they discussed the company's business and updates to the annual plan, reviewed the Annual Report, and approved a proposal for the company to buy 25 million of its own shares as part of a long-term incentive plan for employees. This proposal is subject to approval from relevant regulatory bodies and shareholders at the general assembly. Other operational and administrative matters were also considered. The information was conveyed by the Secretary of the Board, Saqib Muhammad Sabir Awan, to the CEO of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.

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Disclosures: Americana Restaurants International PLC Announcement of Board Meeting to be held on 28/02/2024 at 18:00

Americana Restaurants International PLC, registered under number 7712, has announced a Board of Directors meeting scheduled for 4th of March 2024 at 3:00 pm UAE local time. The meeting's agenda includes an update on the company's business and annual plan, a discussion of the company's annual report, and a discussion on several operational and administrative matters. In compliance with Resolution No (3) of 2000, the decisions made by the Board will be disclosed immediately after the meeting. The notification was signed by the Secretary of the Board, Saqib Muhammad Sabir Awan. A copy of the notification has also been sent to the Securities and Commodities Authority.

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