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Bt Brands Inc(BTBD)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BTBD
09/25/2026: BTBD (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Bt Brands Inc is a micro-cap restaurant company executing a strategy to acquire and operate regional quick-service restaurant chains. The company's main strength lies in its ability to leverage a lean management structure and initiate cost-saving procurement across its portfolio. While its roll-up strategy offers clear growth potential, the company faces significant risks related to its small scale, intense competition from national chains, and sensitivity to fluctuating food and labor costs. As it lacks a dividend, the stock is primarily suited for risk-tolerant investors looking for exposure to small-cap hospitality consolidation. Investors should monitor the company's ability to successfully integrate new acquisitions while maintaining stable margins.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company is a micro-cap rollup play which may offer high-risk growth but lacks the scale of traditional growth equities. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Trading volume and price action are often idiosyncratic rather than trend-following. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Small cap valuation may appear cheap, but thin margins and debt levels require careful fundamental vetting. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not currently provide a consistent dividend income stream. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Micro-cap stock volatility and industry-specific risks make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Small market capitalization and low liquidity can lead to significant price swings. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Accretion of acquisitions is necessary to justify the company's valuation. |
| Competition risk (QSR Chains) | High | Larger competitors have greater resources for marketing, technology, and supply chain negotiation. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business relies on the successful integration of various regional brands. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | No current dividend payout exists. |
| Execution risk | High | Success depends heavily on the management's ability to identify and improve underperforming restaurant assets. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -50.09% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.57M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 32.1K shares | Beta 0.55 | 52 Weeks Range 1.03 - 2.48 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.03 - 2.48 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.1 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Operations | Direct sales of food and beverages at company-owned and franchised locations. | The company earns money by selling meals to customers and collecting franchise royalties. |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 10.41M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 |
Enterprise Value 10.41M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.81 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 73.76 | Shares Outstanding 6.18M | Shares Floating 3.02M |
Shares Outstanding 6.18M | Shares Floating 3.02M | ||
Percent Insiders 35.09 | Percent Institutions 3.57 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Bt Brands Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Minnetonka, MN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-11-12 | CEO & Chairman Mr. Gary W. Copperud | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Restaurants | Full time employees 28 | Website https://itsburgertime.com |
Full time employees 28 | Website https://itsburgertime.com | ||
BT Brands, Inc. owns and operates restaurants in the North Central region of the United States. The company operates Burger Time restaurants, which offer various burgers and other quick-service items; Keegan's Seafood Grille, a dine-in restaurant; and Pie In The Sky Coffee and Bakery, a coffee shop and bakery restaurant. It is also involved in the operation of Schnitzel Haus, a German-themed fine dining restaurant and bar; and Bagger Dave's Burger Tavern, a casual restaurant-and-bar concept. The company was founded in 1987 and is based in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
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