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The pandemic comes at a tough time for Tim Hortons

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 27, 2020

The Canadian doughnut-and-coffee chain was working to regain its footing before quarantine sapped the company of its core consumers, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Operations

McDonald’s calls Black franchisees’ lawsuit ‘illogical’

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 26, 2020

The company, seeking to dismiss the lawsuit, says it doesn’t make sense that it would undermine owners to see them fail.

Financing

Dunkin’ Brands holds acquisition talks with Arby’s owner Inspire Brands

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2020

Dunkin' said it has held “preliminary” discussions with the Roark Capital-owned multi-brand operator.

Marketing

Burger King will test reusable containers in the U.S. next year

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 22, 2020

The burger chain will test reusable containers in New York, Portland and Tokyo through the packaging provider Loop.

Food

Wendy’s is the latest chain to upgrade its chicken sandwich

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 22, 2020

The burger chain is promising a “crispier, juicier” Classic Chicken Sandwich as the fast-food chicken wars heat up.

Financing

The Papa John's that John Schnatter built

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 21, 2020

The company’s founder has continued to criticize the company’s performance after his departure, but RB’s The Bottom Line says the problems began well before.

Financing