Giant Group, Ltd.

Giant Group, Ltd. is involved in the American double drive-thru hamburger sector through its equity investment in Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. This entity is responsible for the growth, establishment, ownership, management, and franchising of rapid-service double drive-thru dining locations. These operations are conducted under the distinct brand identities of Checkers and Rally's Hamburgers, with a service model primarily designed for vehicle occupants. As of December 29, 2003, the Checkers network, including its franchisees, oversaw a total of 784 restaurants, with 405 operating as Checkers and 379 as Rally's, largely situated across the United States. Giant Group, which was founded in 1899, maintains its corporate base in Beverly Hills, California.