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Business Context and Reporting Period

This Form 10-Q covers the quarterly period ended April 1, 2007, for Triarc Companies, Inc. (Triarc). The Company operates two primary segments: the restaurant business (Arby's) and asset management (Deerfield & Company LLC). During the quarter, Triarc announced a definitive agreement to sell its asset management subsidiary, Deerfield, to a real estate investment trust (REIT) for approximately $300 million in total consideration. Concurrently, the Company initiated a major corporate restructuring, closing its New York headquarters and consolidating operations in Atlanta, Georgia, effective June 2007.

Key Financial Metrics

Note: Q1 2006 figures are restated to reflect discontinued operations and accounting changes.

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Profitability Turnaround: The Company reported a net income of $7.1 million in Q1 2007, a significant improvement from a net loss of $12.8 million in Q1 2006. This $19.9 million swing was driven by a $12.8 million gain on the sale of an investment, the absence of a $12.5 million loss on early debt extinguishment recorded in the prior year, and improved operating profit.
• Revenue Growth: Total revenues increased 3% to $302.0 million. Net sales from company-owned restaurants rose 3% to $266.5 million, aided by 44 net new restaurants, though same-store sales declined 2% due to poor weather and economic weakness in key regions.
• Interest Expense Reduction: Interest expense decreased 44% to $15.4 million, primarily due to the redemption of the "Opportunities Fund" in late 2006, which eliminated significant leverage-related interest costs.
• Segment Performance: The Restaurant segment EBITDA increased to $36.4 million from $29.9 million. The Asset Management segment EBITDA rose to $2.9 million from $2.1 million.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Corporate Restructuring and Executive Departures: Triarc entered into contractual settlements with Chairman Nelson Peltz and President Peter W. May, providing for their resignation as executive officers on June 29, 2007. The Company estimates severance and settlement costs of approximately $90.3 million ($50.2 million for the CEO, $25.1 million for the COO, and $15.0 million for other senior staff). A transition services agreement with Trian Fund Management will cost $3.0 million per quarter for the first year.

Deerfield Sale: The sale of Deerfield is expected to close in Q3 2007. Triarc expects to receive a minimum of $170 million in consideration. Upon closing, Triarc will own approximately 12% of the REIT and will operate solely as a restaurant company.

Outlook: Management anticipates positive same-store sales growth for the remainder of 2007 driven by value menu programs and price increases. Gross margins are expected to remain consistent with Q1 2007 levels.

Risks and Contingencies:

• Covenant Compliance: The Company is renegotiating leverage and interest coverage covenants with lenders. If unsuccessful, Triarc estimates it may need to prepay approximately $48.0 million of debt by March 30, 2008, to remain compliant.
• Legal/Environmental: An environmental matter regarding a former subsidiary (Adams Packing) remains open with the Florida DEP, though reserves of $1.7 million are deemed sufficient.
• Key Personnel: Success depends heavily on the retention of the Arby's Restaurant Group management team following the departure of the current New York-based executive team.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Verify the closing conditions and expected timeline for the Deerfield sale to the REIT.
• Confirm the final amount of severance and restructuring charges to be recognized in 2007.
• Monitor the status of Credit Agreement covenant renegotiations and potential debt prepayment requirements.
• Assess the impact of the executive transition on Arby's operational performance and strategic direction.
• Review the resolution of the Adams Packing environmental liability and any potential additional costs.