Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Item 3 . Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk.
Market risk represents the risk to our financial position due to adverse changes in financial market prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primarily due to potential interest rate risk and potential increases in inflation. We do not hold financial instruments for trading purposes.
Interest Rate Risk
We are exposed to changes in interest rates as a result of the outstanding balance under our Credit Agreement. Our primary exposure is an increase in SOFR, which increases the interest rate we pay on the outstanding principal balance of our debt. The nature and amount of our long-term debt can be expected to vary as a result of future business requirements, market conditions and other factors. Any increases in our outstanding indebtedness will amplify the effects of increased interest rates.
As of March 31, 2026, the outstanding principal balance, net of exit fee, of $523.7 million on the Credit Agreement was subject to variable interest rates. Based upon a sensitivity analysis, a hypothetical 1% change in interest rates on our debt outstanding would change our annual interest expense by approximately $5.2 million.
Foreign Currency Risk
We operate internationally; however, our franchise agreements, including international agreements, are primarily denominated and settled in U.S. dollars. Accordingly, we do not believe we have material exposure to foreign currency exchange risk for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 since we operate primarily in the United States for the periods presented. Accordingly, we believe we do not have a material exposure to foreign currency risk. We may continue to increase our international footprint, which may increase our exposure to foreign currency exchange risk.
Inflation Risk
As of March 31, 2026, we do not believe that inflation has had a material effect on our business, financial condition or results of operations. However, to the extent inflation results in rising interest rates and has other adverse effects on the market, it may have an adverse impact on our operating results and financial condition.
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