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Chicken competition, dine-out preferences, cost equations
Chicken’s popularity doesn’t concern the biggest chicken chain in the world. Consumers’ dine-out preferences are changing. And emerging chain Luna Gr…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Panera reset, Topgolf owner, MTY sale
Panera Bread wants to return to its glory days. Topgolf has a new owner. And the parent company of Papa Murphy’s may be for sale.
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Freddy’s Frozen Custard, Velvet Taco CEO, Popeyes x Blumhouse
A Freddy’s Frozen Custard franchisee has filed for bankruptcy. Velvet Taco’s CEO is leaving after 8 years with the brand. And Popeyes has launched an…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Luckin IPO, menu prices, restaurant lending
Luckin Coffee could go public, again. Menu price inflation is moderating. And why restaurant lenders are being more picky right now.
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Starbucks’ holiday cheer, Pura Vida Miami grows and Shakey’s returns to roots
Starbucks is enjoying some holiday cheer. Pura Vida Miami has won a private equity investment. And Shakey's wants to be your neighborhood pizza parlo…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Carl’s Jr’s diss marketing, the return of the IPO, congress pressures Starbucks
Carl’s Jr is taking a swipe at McDonald’s. Congress is trying to pressure Starbucks to move forward with a union contract. And will the IPO market ma…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
P.F. Chang’s CEO, restaurant sales trends, Red Robin
P.F. Chang’s has its second new CEO this year. Bifurcated consumers are impacting sales results. And Red Robin’s executives are optimistic, despite f…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Sweetgreen-protein, Biglari-Cracker Barrel, Burger King-China
Sweetgreen is looking to capitalize on the current protein craze. Sardar Biglari is getting an assist in his fight against Cracker Barrel. And Burge…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Wendy’s, Sweetgreen, Texas Roadhouse
Wendy’s will close hundreds of U.S. restaurants in the coming months. Sweetgreen is selling its Spyce technology to Wonder. And beef inflation is put…
8 months ago
Bloomin’ Brands, Tijuana Flats, Papa Johns
An Outback Steakhouse turnaround plan is in the works. Tijuana Flats has a new owner. And Papa Johns is not for sale.
8 months ago