Pizza

Papa John’s inks a deal with DoorDash

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 13, 2019

The partnership will expand the chain's delivery radius in rural and some suburban areas.

Can Papa John’s move on now?

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 07, 2019

The departure of John Schnatter from its board removes a distraction, but it could put more pressure on management to turn things around, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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John Schnatter to leave the Papa John’s board

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 05, 2019

The company and its estranged founder have reached an agreement that paves the way for his replacement as a director.

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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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