Tims China Set to Release Q2 2025 Financial Results on August 26, 2025
Financial Results Announcement: TH International Limited, the operator of Tim Hortons in China, will release its Q2 2025 financial results on August 26, 2025, before U.S. market opens.
Conference Call Details: A conference call to discuss the financial results will take place at 8:00 AM EST (8:00 PM China Standard Time) and will be available via webcast on the company's Investor Relations website.
Company Background: TH International Limited is the exclusive master franchisee for Tim Hortons in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau, founded by Cartesian Capital Group and Tim Hortons Restaurants International.
Corporate Philosophy: The company emphasizes world-class execution, data-driven decision making, local relevance, continuous innovation, community engagement, and convenience in its operations.
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