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Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Financing

Congress extends PPP spending deadline, lowers labor threshold

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 04, 2020

President Trump is expected to sign the fixes into law today—a day before the 8-week deadline for many restaurateurs.

Financing

HopCat’s parent files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 03, 2020

The chain's CEO warned that a "giant wave of bankruptcies" is likely to follow within his brand's home state of Michigan.

Financing

Judge lets workers’ coronavirus lawsuit against McDonald’s proceed

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 03, 2020

The lawsuit alleges that the company failed to provide adequate protection to workers.

Financing

Dunkin’ says its sales are improving

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 03, 2020

The coffee pwoerhouse said same-store sales are up around lunchtime, but 650 of the chain’s stores are still closed.

Financing

In-N-Out sues its business interruption insurance provider

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 02, 2020

The burger chain has sued Zurich American Insurance Company for breach of contract in denying its claim.

Food

Value is a strong motivator for consumers’ menu choices

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 02, 2020

Deals are a draw in both quick service and casual dining, finds Technomic.

Operations

Unrest forces some restaurants to put their comebacks on hold

By Jonathan Maze, Heather Lalley and Joe Guszkowski on Jun. 02, 2020

Widespread protests and violence has forced some operators to delay long-awaited reopenings from the coronavirus shutdown.

Financing

McDonald’s franchisees want to make their smaller menu permanent

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 02, 2020

As operators of fast-food brands enjoy more efficient service than ever, many want to see changes last long after the shutdown, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Bargain hunters take a risk on some restaurants

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 01, 2020

Several concepts have found buyers, albeit at low prices, as investors take bets on an industry comeback, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Operations

Restaurants with closed dining rooms win clearance for outdoor seating

By Peter Romeo on May 29, 2020

A number of jurisdictions are embracing sidewalk dining and drinking as a safer near-term option—a view shared by consumers, according to new research.

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