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Why are chains suddenly ‘fortressing?’

 By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 01, 2019

Domino’s and Wingstop are both planning to put more stores in strong markets. RB’s The Bottom Line takes a look at the strategy and its risks.

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Papa John’s controversy cost the chain $51M last year

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 26, 2019

The chain closed 104 domestic locations in 2018 after same-store sales fell amid the dispute with John Schnatter.

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Domino’s stock falls on slowing same-store sales

Feb. 21, 2019

But the company opened its most stores in 20 years last year as operators shift to unit growth.

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Papa John’s has a franchisee problem

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 20, 2019

An analyst suggests operators are struggling, which is a problem given heavy pizza price competition, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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As takeout sales boom, fast-casual pizza turns to bigger pies

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 15, 2019

Blaze Pizza is the latest to test larger pizzas as it focuses more intently on delivery sales—pitting the chains directly against traditional players.

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Pizza Inn learns to love its buffet

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 14, 2019

The chain expanded its all-you-can-eat hours, and sales have grown ever since.

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Papa John’s wants to bring its founder along for its comeback

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 06, 2019

Speaking on CNBC, CEO Steve Ritchie said the chain hopes John Schnatter will benefit from its turnaround, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Papa John’s savior has a tough task

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 05, 2019

The company’s sales have worsened over the past 18 months, and things aren’t getting any easier, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Starboard makes a $200M investment in Papa John’s

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 04, 2019

Jeff Smith was named chairman as the company got a cash infusion to pay off debt and invest behind its strategic initiatives.

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Papa John’s stock plunges on its latest sale report

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 01, 2019

The company is reportedly no longer for sale, but is looking for an investor as it seeks to recover from a tough year.

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