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Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. - Form 6-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

This filing covers the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the six-month period ended June 30, 2026. Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. operates as the master franchisee for McDonald's in Latin America and the Caribbean, with operations in 21 territories. The company operates under Master Franchise Agreements (MFAs) with McDonald's Corporation, which were renewed effective January 1, 2025.

Key Financial Metrics

Note: All figures in thousands of US dollars unless otherwise noted.

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Total revenues increased by approximately 13.6% year-over-year, driven by growth in company-operated restaurant sales ($2.41B vs $2.12B) and franchise revenues ($114.6M vs $100.2M).
• Profitability Surge: Net income attributable to Arcos more than doubled, rising from $36.5M to $81.1M. This was aided by a significant improvement in foreign currency exchange results ($12.3M gain vs $5.6M loss) and higher gains from derivative instruments ($7.4M vs $1.5M).
• Debt Reduction: The company aggressively reduced its debt load. Total long-term debt decreased significantly due to the repurchase and cancellation of a substantial portion of its 2029 Notes. The current portion of long-term debt increased to $40.9M from $11.8M, reflecting upcoming maturities.
• Cash Flow: Operating cash flow more than doubled to $123.5M, while investing cash outflows decreased significantly compared to the prior year due to lower capital expenditures ($85.9M vs $104.2M) and reduced investment acquisitions.

Outlook, Risks, and Unusual Items

• Debt Redemption (Subsequent Event): In July 2026, the company redeemed the remaining $192.9M of its 2029 Notes at 103.063% of par, effectively retiring this debt instrument. This was funded by subsidiary financing.
• Restructuring Costs: The company incurred $1.7M in restructuring costs related to a "Reorganization and Optimization Plan" during the first quarter of 2026. Management does not expect additional costs from this plan.
• Foreign Currency Risks: Operations in Argentina and Venezuela remain subject to high inflation and currency restrictions. While the company recognized a $12.3M foreign currency gain in the period, access to foreign exchange markets in Argentina remains restricted for certain transactions, including dividend distributions for prior periods.
• Contingencies: The company maintains a provision for contingencies of $58.0M, primarily related to tax and labor matters in Brazil. There is a reasonable possibility of loss ranging from $450M to $489M regarding certain tax, customs, and labor interpretations, though no formal claims have been made for specific income tax assessments totaling $194M.
• Covenant Compliance: The company remains in compliance with all financial covenants under its MFAs and credit facilities, including a Fixed Charge Coverage Ratio of 2.22x and a Leverage Ratio of 3.11x as of June 30, 2026.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Debt Structure: Verify the impact of the July 2026 redemption of the 2029 Notes on the full-year 2026 interest expense and liquidity position.
• Argentina/Venezuela Exposure: Assess the sustainability of the $12.3M foreign currency gain and the potential impact of ongoing currency restrictions on cash repatriation and dividend payments.
• Contingency Reserves: Review the $58M provision for contingencies against the disclosed potential loss range of $450M-$489M to understand the risk exposure regarding Brazilian tax and labor disputes.
• Capital Allocation: Confirm the use of proceeds from the new financing used to fund the debt redemption and its effect on future leverage ratios.
• Dividend Policy: Note the approved dividend of $0.28 per share for 2026 and verify the company's ability to maintain this payout given the cash outflows for debt repayment.