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  • Jollibee swallows up Mang Inasal Philippines

    Jollibee swallows up Mang Inasal Philippines

    Jollibee Foods Corp (JFC) has fully acquired its subsidiary Mang Inasal Philippines for $43 million (P2 billion).

    JFC, Asia’s largest quick-service restaurant company, bought the 30 per cent share remaining from the 70 per bought in 2010 for P3 billion.

    “JFC shall pay for the shares in cash. There will be no changes in the business conduct and direction of Mang Inasal resulting from this acquisition except that the Board of Directors of Mang Inasal will, completely henceforth, be composed of representatives of JFC,” the company said.

    Jollibee has been no.1 in Asia and no.10 worldwide in terms of market capitalisation among publicly listed quick-service restaurants.

    Mang Inasal is a Filipino brand known for its chicken inasal (roasted chicken) and unlimited rice. It has over 450 stores nationwide.

    Jollibee announced its goal of joining the world’s top 10 fast-food brands. Its aggressive buying overseas are priced up to $100 million. It has 3023 outlets worldwide, 2393 of which are in the Philippines.

    It also operates Philippine brands Red Ribbon bakery chain, Greenwich pizza parlours and Chowking Chinese restaurants.

    Overseas, JFC’s subsidiaries and affiliates develop and operate international brands, such as Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan and San Pin Wang brands under the SuperFoods Group, and 12 Hotpot.

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  • Burger King Vietnam ‘not shutting down’

    Burger King Vietnam ‘not shutting down’

    Burger King Vietnam has refuted media claims the company is planning to exit the Southeast Asian nation.

    The US fast food chain entered Vietnam in 2012, initially opening in Ho Chi Minh City’s Tan Son Nhat international airport, before progressively moving into suburban locations in the city.

    At the time the company projected it would open 60 stores within five years, but three-quarters of the way into that timeline, it still has just 16.

    The closure of three stores in recent months has fuelled speculation the brand may exit the market. But CEO Nguyen Gia Thanh told news website Dau Tu this week that was not the case.

    He said two stores in Ho Chi Minh City were closed to relocate in better sites with more affordable rents.

    The third store closed was in the capital, Hanoi.

    Thanh said Burger King will continue to expand in both cities and is not closing down in Vietnam.

    Vietnamese are not known as big consumers of burgers and Burger King arrived in the market with higher price points than established rivals Jollibee from the Philippines, Lotteria from Korea and fried chicken and burger chain KFC from the US.

    Rival Carl’s Jr has also struggled to make an impression in the market, largely targeting the expat market in districts of Ho Chi Minh where foreigners reside.

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  • Jollibee scouring China, US for acquisitions

    Jollibee scouring China, US for acquisitions

    Philippines-based Jollibee Foods is actively searching for at least two more established fast food or QSR restaurant chains to boost its brand portfolio.

    Jollibee chairman Tony Tan Caktiong says the company will pay up to $100 million for each investment and it is specifically looking at opportunities in China and the US.

    The comments follow the company’s recent purchase of a 40 per cent stake in fast growing US fast food operator Smashburger, for which it shelled out $99 million.

    The search is part of a strategy to increase the proportion of the company’s revenue sourced from outside the Philippines. Jollibee openly aspires to become one of the world’s largest fast food operators and it already ranks 10th as defined by market capitalisation – and first in Asia.

    But to be truly considered a global player, the company needs to derive at least 50 per cent of its income from offshore – currently that share sits at about 20 per cent.

    Earlier this month, Jollibee said it planned to enter seven new international markets over the next two years, along with 20 additional outlets in Vietnam, and another 12 in Brunei during coming months.

    Dennis Flores, VP for international operations of Jollibee, has revealed the company plans to take its mainstay Jollibee burger restaurant brand Jollibee into the UK, Italy, Canada, Malaysia and Oman in 2016. Forays into Australia and Japan will follow in 2017.

    Jollibee, publicly listed in the Philippines, had been actively seeking an investment in a leading US growth brand to gain a foothold in the US, as part of its broader plan to become an international restaurant operator. It currently operates and franchises a network of more than 3000 restaurants worldwide under the trade names Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, Red Ribbon, Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan, Mang Inasal, Burger King Philippines, San Pin Wang, and Jinja Bar. Jollibee also has a 50 per cent interest in the Super Foods Group, which operates and franchises restaurants under the Pho 24 and Highlands Coffee brands throughout Vietnam.

    Jollibee’s network outlets have reached 3,023 worldwide, with 2,393 of them in the Philippines, and 630 outlets abroad.

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  • Jollibee eyes seven new nations

    Jollibee eyes seven new nations

    Jollibee, Asia’s largest fast food restaurant operator, is planning to enter seven new markets over the next two years.

    According to a report in The Standard, Dennis Flores, VP for international operations of Jollibee, has revealed the company plans to take its mainstay Jollibee burger restaurant brand Jollibee into the UK, Italy, Canada, Malaysia and Oman in 2016. Forays into Australia and Japan will follow in 2017.

    The news follows last month’s investment of US$100 million for a 40 per cent stake in a fast-rising American burger chain, Smashburger.

    Jollibee, publicly listed in the Philippines, had been actively seeking an investment in a leading US growth brand to gain a foothold in the US, as p[art of its broader plan to become an international restaurant operator. It currently operates and franchises a network of more than 3000 restaurants worldwide under the trade names Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, Red Ribbon, Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan, Mang Inasal, Burger King Philippines, San Pin Wang, and Jinja Bar. Jollibee also has a 50 per cent interest in the Super Foods Group, which operates and franchises restaurants under the Pho 24 and Highlands Coffee brands throughout Vietnam.

    According to Flores, Jollibee’s first two stores in Europe will be located in London and Milan and its first Canadian store will open in Toronto.

    Jollibee’s network outlets have reached 3,023 worldwide, with 2,393 of them in the Philippines, and 630 outlets abroad.

    As well as expanding into new markets, Jollibee plans to open 20 additional outlets in Vietnam, and another 12 in Brunei in coming months.

  • Jollibee takes big bite of Smashburger

    Jollibee takes big bite of Smashburger

    Asia’s largest fast food company, Jollibee, has taken a 40 per cent stake in a fast-rising American burger chain, Smashburger for US$335 million.

    Launched in 2007, Smashburger has over 335 corporate and franchised restaurants operating in 35 states and seven countries. Approximately 60 per cent of Smashburger’s outlets are company owned and operated. The company is growing at a rate of  20 per cent annually.

    Jollibee, publicly listed in the Philippines, has been actively seeking an investment in a leading US growth brand. It currently operates and franchises a network of more than 3000 restaurants worldwide under the trade names Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, Red Ribbon, Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan, Mang Inasal, Burger King Philippines, San Pin Wang, and Jinja Bar. Jollibee also has a 50 per cent interest in the Super Foods Group, which operates and franchises restaurants under the Pho 24 and Highlands Coffee brands throughout Vietnam.

    “We at Smashburger are excited about our new strategic partnership with Jollibee,” said Rick Schaden, chairman and co-founder.

    “As founders and entrepreneurs we both have built teams that focus on bringing the highest quality and best tasting food to our restaurant categories. [Jollibee] founder and chairman, Tony Tan Caktiongand I share a true passion for the restaurant business having opened and operated our very first restaurants, we believe our companies still cultivate that spirit today as we initiate this partnership.”

    Caktiong  described Smashburger as one of the fastest growing restaurant brands in the US.

    ”We are very excited to work side by side with the owners and management of Smashburger as we continue its growth. This acquisition will make JFC’s presence in the US more significant, going beyond the Filipino market and serving mainstream consumers in the $100 billion US burger market, a food segment which is estimated to be almost three times larger than the pizza, sandwich or coffee segment in terms of sales.

    “This acquisition will make the US one of JFC’s most important markets and drivers of long term growth along with the Philippines, China and other Asian markets abroad.”

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  • Smashburger sells 40% of the company to Jollibee Foods Corporation

    Smashburger sells 40% of the company to Jollibee Foods Corporation

    Smashburger, the Denver-based Fast Casual restaurant concept, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell 40% of the company to Jollibee Foods Corporation (PSE: JFC), Asia’s largest restaurant company. The purchase price values Smashburger at a $335 million enterprise value.

    Launched in 2007, Smashburger has over 335 corporate and franchised restaurants operating in 35 states and seven countries. Approximately 60% of Smashburger is company owned and operated. Smashburger continues to grow at a rate of 20% annually.

    Jollibee Foods Corporation, a publicly-traded market leader in the Philippines, has been actively seeking an investment in a leading U.S. growth brand. Jollibee Foods Corporation currently operates and franchises a network of over 3,000 restaurants worldwide under the trade names Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, Red Ribbon, Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan, Mang Inasal, Burger King Philippines, San Pin Wang, Jinja Bar. Jollibee also has a 50% interest in the Super Foods Group, which operates and franchises restaurants under the Pho 24 and Highlands Coffee brands throughout Vietnam.

    “We at Smashburger are excited about our new strategic partnership with Jollibee,” commented Rick Schaden, Chairman and Co-Founder of Smashburger. “As founders and entrepreneurs we both have built teams that focus on bringing the highest quality and best tasting food to our restaurant categories. Founder and Chairman, Tony Tan Caktiong and I share a true passion for the restaurant business having opened and operated our very first restaurants, we believe our companies still cultivate that spirit today as we initiate this partnership.”

    JFC Chairman Mr. Tony Tan Caktiong gave the following statement: “Smashburger is one of the fastest growing restaurant brands in the US and we are very excited to work side by side with the owners and management of Smashburger as we continue its growth. This acquisition will make JFC’s presence in the US more significant, going beyond the Filipino market and serving mainstream consumers in the $100 billion US burger market, a food segment which is estimated to be almost three times larger than the pizza, sandwich or coffee segment in terms of sales. This acquisition will make the US one of JFC’s most important markets and drivers of long term growth along with the Philippines, China and other Asian markets abroad.”

    “This partnership will provide additional energy and resources to Smashburger as we expand,” said Scott Crane, President and CEO, of Smashburger. “The team at Jollibee is focused on the same values as our company, which are to serve the highest quality food and provide a great dining experience for our guests.”

    Smashburger was counselled by North Point Advisors as financial advisor and Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison as legal and JFC was advised by J.P. Morgan as financial advisor, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP as legal advisor, and Isla Lipana & Co./PwC as accounting and tax advisor in this transaction.

  • Jollibee opens 3000th store

    Jollibee opens 3000th store

    Philippines-based fast food chain operator Jollibee Foods has surpassed the 3000 store milestone as it reports a 7.4 per cent increase in net income for the first half of 2015, to P2.7 billion (US$58.5 million).

    Sales rose 9.5 per cent, but increased cost of raw materials squeezed profit growth.

    Having reached the 3000 store milestone, the company has no plans to slow its growth.

    “We are on track to open at least 200 new stores in one year in the Philippines, the first time we will able to do so,” said JFC CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong said in a statement.

    “Historically, we were opening 100 new stores per year in the country. We look forward to opening 300 new stores worldwide this year, also a first in our history, with 100 abroad, the bulk of which will be in the People’s Republic of China,” he added.

    “We look forward to JFC’s resurgence to double-digit sales growth in the quarters and years ahead.”

    CFO Ysmael V. Baysa said the group hopes to achieve double-digit growth in 2016 due to the network expansion and improved margins.

    “Raw materials prices are [now] declining, however their benefits on profit margins have been offset by high levels of inventories of materials with still high prices. We deliberately increased our inventories in the Philippines starting in 2014 as a safety measure during a major new system implementation, and as a way of dealing with the logistics and delivery challenges in the country,” Baysa said.

    Jollibee has 2374 outlets in the Philippines and 627 overseas – 3001 in total.

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  • Jollibee to open 330 stores

    Jollibee to open 330 stores

    Philippines-based fast food operator Jollibee Foods has reported a 14.3 per cent increase in income and announced a massive 330-store rollout for 2015.

    Jollibee is the country’s largest fast-food chain saw global sales increase 12.9 per cent to P90.7 billion (US$2.05 billion) from P80.2 billion ($1.81 billion) year on year to December 31.

    Its profit was P5.3 billion ($120 million), according to a lodgement with the Philippine Stock Exchange.

    Jollibee says it will open 330 stores this year – 220 of which will be in the Philippines. That’s a significant increase on last year’s 234 stores last year, of which 169 were in the Philippines and the remaining 65 abroad.

    The expansion will be funded by a 65 per cent boost in capital expenditure this year. two thirds to be spent in the Philippines, the blance in China, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.

    Jollibee operates 2301 restaurants inside the Philippines: 858 bearing the Jollibee banner, 456 Mang Inasal, 410 Chowkings, 211 Greenwich, 323 Red Ribbon, and 43 Burger Kings. It has a further 612 stores overseas, including 310 Yonghe Kings, 50 Sang Pin Wan stores and 42 Hong Zhuang Yuan stores in China; 125 Jollibees outside the Philippines, including 62 in Vietnam and 32 in the US; and a chain of Chowkings in the US and Middle East.

    It also has a 50 per cent stake in Vietnamese chains Highlands Coffee, which has 78 stores in Vietnam and the Philippines, and Pho 24 which has 53 restaurants in Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Cambodia, Macau and Korea; and in 12 Sabu, which has 19 stores in China.

    Jollibee says system-wide retail sales grew a faster 13.3 per cent in 2014, including company-owned and franchised stores.

    Jollibee’s CFO Ysmael V. Baysa said profitability would have been higher if not for increased raw material costs last year.

    “The raw material cost increases in 2014, averaging 5.4 per cent, brought pressure on our profit margins. We made important price adjustments and improved our store and manufacturing expenses during the year. We are now very close to fully covering these cost increases and look forward to the full recovery and improvement in gross profit margins in 2015 through lower cost of energy and more stable raw material prices,” he said.

    “We will also offer even better products to our consumers to help ensure our products continue to provide them great value.”

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