earnings

First Watch feels a tailwind from consumers' inflation adjustments

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 07, 2022

The daytime dining chain says customers are opting for its $15 breakfasts and lunch as a more economical alternative to dining out at dinner.

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Starbucks’ beverage modifiers become a $1B business

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 04, 2022

Younger consumers are ordering more cold beverages that they customize with flavorings and syrups that generate some surprising revenue.

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Central business districts and airports are back for Potbelly

By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 04, 2022

Growth in catering also helped the fast-casual chain reach record average unit volumes in the third quarter.

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Technology

Delivery continues to defy expectations, for now

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 04, 2022

Tech Check: Despite inflation, sales increased at the big providers and at many restaurants. It's starting to look unstoppable, but some red flags remain.

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Restaurant sales rise, thanks to higher prices

By Jonathan Maze, Lisa Jennings, Peter Romeo and Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 04, 2022

Earnings roundup: Travel rebound lifts Marriott; Noodles and El Pollo Loco push value; lower beef costs help Ruth’s; Pizza Inn’s owner remains profitable and the Texas heat hits Chuy’s.

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Papa John’s sales slow amid a 'challenging' year

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2022

The pizza chain’s same-store sales fell less than 1% in North America as traveling consumers order less pizza. The company also lamented record costs that hit its profits.

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