Burger King is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “BK.” The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Miami, Florida. As of March 31, 2016, Burger King had approximately 24,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries. The company is divided into three business segments: Burger King, BK Global Restaurants, and BK Financial. Burger King is the world’s second largest hamburger chain with more than 20,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries. In the United States, Burger King is the second largest hamburger chain behind McDonald’s.
The company’s international operations accounted for approximately 50% of total sales in 2015. Burger King’s current major initiatives include the launch of the All-Day Breakfast menu in the US in 2015 and the introduction of gluten-free buns in the UK in 2016. The company also plans to invest in technology and continue to expand its menu offerings. In conclusion, Burger King is a global restaurant chain with a diversified menu and operations. It is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been in operation for more than 55 years.
