Restaurant Brands International Receives 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

Analysts see potential in the company's portfolio of fast-food brands including Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR), the parent company of Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes, has received an average 'Moderate Buy' rating from 23 research analysts covering the stock. The analysts have a 1-year average price target of $78.95 on the stock, suggesting potential upside from the current trading price.

Why it matters

Restaurant Brands International's portfolio of well-known fast-food brands gives it significant scale and diversification in the highly competitive quick-service restaurant industry. The 'Moderate Buy' rating and positive analyst sentiment indicate that Wall Street sees further growth potential for the company as it continues to expand its global footprint.

The details

The average 'Moderate Buy' rating comes from a mix of analyst recommendations, with one sell rating, eight hold ratings, and 14 buy ratings. Analysts have cited factors like the company's brand recognition, international expansion plans, and menu innovations as reasons for their positive outlook on the stock.

  • Restaurant Brands International reported its latest quarterly earnings on February 12, 2026.

The players

Restaurant Brands International Inc.

A global quick-service restaurant company that owns and operates the Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes brands.

Sanford C. Bernstein

A research firm that has set a $82.00 price target on Restaurant Brands International's stock.

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

A financial services firm that has lowered its target price on Restaurant Brands International to $72.00.

Truist Financial

A financial services company that has boosted its target price on Restaurant Brands International to $87.00 and maintained a 'buy' rating.

BMO Capital Markets

An investment bank that has lowered its price target on Restaurant Brands International to $81.00.

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What they’re saying

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Restaurant Brands International's portfolio of well-known fast-food brands continues to attract positive analyst sentiment, suggesting the company has room for further growth and expansion in the competitive quick-service restaurant industry.