The Arby's Brand is entering 2014 strong, posting annual same-store sales (SSS) figures that outperformed the QSR industry in 2013.

For calendar year 2013, Arby's System SSS increased 2.8 percent versus +0.2 percent for the QSR industry overall (according to data from the NPD Group), representing 2.6 percentagepoints of outperformance. During the fourth quarter of 2013, Arby's achieved its 13thconsecutive quarter of same store sales growth.

"We attribute these positive results to our continued efforts to revitalize the Arby's brand and to the dedication of our restaurant teams and franchise organizations," said Paul Brown, CEO of Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. "We intend to build upon this momentum going forward in 2014 as we focus on launching more innovative and delicious products, revamping our advertising, remodeling our restaurants and, most importantly, continuing to serve, refresh and delight our guests every day."