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Popeyes’ sales surge, thanks to the chicken sandwich

Same-store sales rose 10.2% last quarter with help from the popular menu item, which returns on Sunday.

Financing

Tim Hortons tries working through a sales slump

Same-store sales fell last quarter despite new coffee drinks, plant-based sandwiches and a loyalty program.

As competitors take some of its delivery business, the pizza chain is stepping up its innovation as it works to break new ground.

The location set records for the company on opening day, prompting it to reduce hours to give workers time to prepare for the next day.

The traditional fast-food breakfast leader has plenty of lead time to prepare its plan, but don’t expect discounts, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Franchisees are hiring additional workers as they prepare for a November reintroduction of the popular menu item.

The burger giant is spending big to dramatically change how it interacts with customers, but Wall Street is skeptical of the cost.

More big chains, including Domino’s and Pizza Hut, are considering plant-based proteins, but big uncertainties about the products remain, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

U.S. same-store sales rose 4.8% as customers made larger orders, but traffic remains challenged.

The chain is also testing plant-based sausage as it works with Zume on more sustainable packaging.

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