It continues to evaluate opportunities to speed up international development of all the three brands by establishing master franchisees with exclusive development rights, and joint ventures with new and existing franchisees. Currently, the company has more than 26,000 restaurants worldwide, which includes in excess of 18,000 restaurants at Burger King. System-wide sales grew approximately 8% in the last reported quarter. Restaurant Brands is encouraged by long-term prospects of the Tim Hortons brand and remains committed to keep up with the international growth strategy of expanding the brand around the world.