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The great restaurant consolidation wave picks up steam

 By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 20, 2021

As chains come out of the pandemic, they are buying other concepts at a breakneck pace. Here’s why, according to RB’s The Bottom Line.

Technology

TGI Fridays owner invests in digital restaurant company C3

 By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 20, 2021

As part of the deal, some of TriArtisan Capital's restaurants will start offering C3 brands as delivery-only options.

Financing

How long will the restaurant sales boom last?

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 18, 2021

This week’s episode of the RB podcast “A Deeper Dive” features Michael Swanson, Wells Fargo economist, talking about the state of the industry.

Financing

Another strong quarter bolsters Wendy’s ambitions

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 11, 2021

The chain raised its expectations for 2021 and beyond as breakfast, digital and average check continued to deliver results.

Financing

In brief: Sysco sees more supply challenges, STK comps soar 93%, Waitr continues to non-conform

By Peter Romeo and Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 10, 2021

A roundup of recent earnings reports provides a clearer picture of a rebounding industry's challenges and opportunities.

Operations

Noodles & Company to raise prices again as commodity, labor costs soar

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 04, 2021

The fast-casual noodle chain is raising prices 3% starting next week, on top of 2.5% pricing taken earlier this year.

Financing

Overnight staffing issues keep a brake on Denny's sales

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 04, 2021

The diner chain saw a 22-point comp sales gap between 24-hour units and stores that couldn't field an overnight staff.

Financing

SBA creates an easier way for PPP borrowers to see if loans are forgiven

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 28, 2021

The streamlined web portal, which goes live on Aug. 4, is limited to borrowers of $150,000 or less.

Financing

More companies are turning to franchising for growth

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 23, 2021

As demand for franchises increases, companies see potential in the business model to speed development.

Financing

P.F. Chang’s and California Pizza Kitchen could go public

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 23, 2021

The Asian chain is reportedly considering an initial public offering, while the pizza concept is exploring the idea months after emerging from bankruptcy.

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