Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc., the largest McDonald’s franchisee in Latin America, has announced its guidance for 2026, projecting the opening of 105 to 115 new restaurants across its operating regions. This follows the 102 restaurants opened in 2025, of which 64 were in Brazil, 23 in the South Latin American Division, and 15 in the North Latin American Division. For capital expenditures, the company expects to invest between $275 million and $325 million in 2026, a decrease from the previous year's guidance range of $300 million to $350 million. The capital will cover new restaurant openings, modernization, optimization, maintenance, and investments in information technology. Funding for these initiatives is expected to come from cash generated by operations and existing cash reserves.

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