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Why HMSHost ended its exclusive deal with Starbucks

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 05, 2020

The restaurant operator opted out of a nearly 30-year arrangement as demands for airport concessions evolve.

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A short seller questions Luckin Coffee’s growth

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 03, 2020

The fast-growing chain defended its numbers after an anonymous report questioned the company’s model, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Starbucks goes cold

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 29, 2020

The coffee giant’s U.S. traffic grew 3% last quarter, thanks in part to sales of more cold beverages.

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Is Luckin Coffee the future of the restaurant business?

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 14, 2020

The chain became the largest coffee concept in China almost literally overnight with its tech-heavy offering, but fast growth is dangerous, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Jacobs Douwe Egberts to merge with Peet’s and explore an IPO

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 17, 2019

JAB Holding believes the merger would create a global coffee and tea powerhouse and expects an offering next year.

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Tim Hortons starts thinking long term

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 04, 2019

The company is shifting away from “short-term opportunities” as it looks to build more consistent sales.

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Starbucks’ rewards program pushes the chain’s growth

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 03, 2019

Active membership rose 15% over the past year following changes to the program and the addition of more marketing technology.

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Espresso and value drive Dunkin’

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 31, 2019

Sales of espresso drinks are up 40% this year, and the company said it is starting to see benefits from digital investments.

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Cold beverages mean hot sales for Starbucks

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2019

Thanks to Nitro Cold Brew and a new cold pumpkin drink, the chain’s same-store sales and traffic continued to improve.

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Tim Hortons tries working through a sales slump

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 28, 2019

Same-store sales fell last quarter despite new coffee drinks, plant-based sandwiches and a loyalty program.

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