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KFC Israel Files for Insolvency Amid NIS 50 Million Debt
KFC Israel's franchisee, Smart Service K & K, has applied for insolvency proceedings due to approximately NIS 50 million in debts, blaming the October 7 attacks and subsequent security events for a sharp drop in revenue.
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What happened
- 01KFC Israel's franchisee is seeking insolvency proceedings with debts totaling approximately NIS 50 million.
- 02The company attributes its financial crisis to the events of October 7 and the ensuing security escalation.
- 03Shareholders previously injected NIS 37 million in loans, but it was insufficient to cover obligations.
- 04KFC Israel operates 12 branches and is seeking court protection to continue as a going concern.
- 05The chain has faced previous challenges, including the closure of eight branches last year.
The company, which operates 12 branches, seeks court protection to continue operating under a trustee while exploring rehabilitation. This follows a period of financial difficulty and previous branch closures, with further operational reductions being considered.
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