Roark Is Said to Weigh $2 Billion IPO of Dunkin’ Owner Inspire

Roark Capital is considering an initial public offering of Inspire Brands, the owner of fast-food chains Dunkin’, Arby’s and Jimmy John’s, as soon as this year, according to people familiar with the matter.

The Atlanta-based company is in early talks with potential advisers on a listing, the people said, asking not to be identified because the information isn’t public. An IPO could raise roughly $2 billion, though deliberations are at an early stage, the people said.

No final decisions have been made and details of the offering could change, the people said. Representatives for Roark and Inspire Brands didn’t ...