Tuesday 10/February/2026 – 10:42 PM
Americana International Restaurants Company announced the joining of the brand King of Tawouk Lebanese MAT to its portfolio, through an acquisition deal worth $20.8 million.
The deal includes the purchase of 100% of the current franchise shares in the Emirates and Saudi Arabia, which number 10 restaurants, with full financing from the company’s internal cash liquidity.
In parallel with the acquisition, Americana entered into a 75-year exclusive long-term licensing agreement to develop and operate the brand in 13 regional and international markets.
These markets cover the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council, the Levant, North Africa and Central Asia, in a step aimed at strengthening the company’s presence in the Arab fast food sector.
Record profits for “Americana” and a jump in the stock price following the deal
This deal comes after Americana announced strong financial results for the year 2025, achieving net profits of $219.1 million, a growth of 38% over the previous year.
The company’s shares reacted positively to this news, jumping by 9.5% in trading today, Tuesday, February 10, 2026, to reach 1.96 riyals on the Saudi stock market.
The company expects to complete the closing process by the end of this February, and will immediately begin integrating Malak Al Tawouk operations into its broad logistical and operational system.
It is noteworthy that the Lebanese brand, which was founded in 1996, has an international presence exceeding 64 restaurants, and Americana aspires to make it a fundamental pillar in its growth process and expanding its customer base in the region.
