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How Beyond Meat is taking hold at Del Taco

 By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 30, 2019

The chain’s Beyond Tacos proved popular but haven’t helped it generate transaction growth or prevent a July sales slowdown.

Food

Taco Bell says it plans to reduce antibiotics in beef supply

 By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 29, 2019

The company became the latest to commit to a reduction in the use of antibiotics important to human health in its beef.

Financing

Remodels push McDonald’s sales higher

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 26, 2019

The company’s 5.7% U.S. same-store sales growth was its highest since 2015 as the company’s strategies bear fruit. But guest counts are still falling.

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McDonald’s has slashed its drive-thru service times

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 26, 2019

The company’s efforts to hold competitions, add technology and simplify the menu has already cut 15 seconds off its service times through the window.

Leadership

Mark King named Taco Bell CEO

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 25, 2019

Artie Starrs was named CEO of sister company Pizza Hut as parent company Yum Brands further shifts its leadership structure.

Food

Dunkin’ is testing a Beyond Meat breakfast sandwich

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 24, 2019

The company plans to take its Beyond Sausage breakfast sandwich nationwide after a test in Manhattan.

Financing

Popeyes plans to take on China

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 23, 2019

The chicken chain inks a 1,500-unit deal, becoming the latest concept to make a bet on the fast-growing market.

Financing

Steak ‘n Shake gets a credit downgrade

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 22, 2019

Standard and Poor’s lowered its rating on the chain’s debt, saying it has an “elevated risk for a debt restructuring.”

Financing

Private equity firm to sell Jack’s Family Restaurants

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 19, 2019

Onex Group said it has a deal to sell the Alabama-based chain to an undisclosed buyer and triples its investment.

Marketing

Krystal’s all-you-can-eat offer has apparently been a big hit

By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 18, 2019

The company said it drove more traffic and even shifted consumer habits. And now it’s extended the offer for another month.

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