sales and profits

This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: High points

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 06, 2017

We interrupt the string of bleak industry news to highlight a few reasons for encouragement.

Chipotle makes a strong comeback

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 25, 2017

Results for the first three months of the year were helped by easy comparisons, but the numbers show the chain has made strides in regaining its vigor.

Financing

Chipotle’s turnaround slows to a crawl in Q3

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 24, 2017

Comps were positive, and earnings were hurt by expected payments from a security breach.

Financing

This week’s head-spinning moments: 5 Hail Marys

By Peter Romeo on May 05, 2017

Applebee's is ready with financial rescues for franchisees, Buffalo Wild Wings is testing off-premise-only stores, Bravo Brio has a new concept it's weighing, Dunkin' is shrinking the menu as a cure-all, and Potbelly was given a bitter pill to swallow by the city of Chicago.

Financing

BWW’s largest franchisee seeks a change

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 06, 2017

Diversified Restaurant Holdings is pursuing a sale or other extraordinary option.

Operations

5 hurting chains that might need an ambulance

By Peter Romeo on May 15, 2017

An ebbing tide lowers all boats, as most restaurant operations can attest at the moment. Then there are the situations more akin to a shipwreck. Here are some high-profile chains that are still struggling mightily to right themselves.

Financing