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Consumers are not necessarily eating more pizza

 By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 04, 2021

Instead, more people are eating pizza, at least according to Papa John’s. It dispels a key myth of the pandemic.

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At McDonald’s, a text threatens to undo efforts to improve its image

 By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 04, 2021

The burger giant, which has been defending itself from charges of discrimination, ignites a furor over a text from CEO Chris Kempczinski to Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot.

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How Papa John’s use of third-party delivery proved to be a winner

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 04, 2021

The Bottom Line: The pizza chain’s sales have remained strong despite the labor shortage. Its ability to get help from aggregators like DoorDash and Uber Eats is one reason.

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Want long-term growth? Get your franchisees right

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 03, 2021

Jack in the Box offers one more example why profitable and happy franchisees are vital for long-term growth, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Subway inks a massive deal in India

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 02, 2021

The sandwich giant reached a deal with a private investment firm that will more than triple the number of locations in the country over the next decade.

Marketing

Burger King is giving out cryptocurrency to loyalty members

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 01, 2021

The burger chain will give out mostly dogecoin, but some etherium or even bitcoin, to BK Royal Perks members who spend $5 or more.

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Starbucks refocuses on growth after shifting its business

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 01, 2021

The company plans to open its largest number of global cafes after it closed domestic units to shift its focus to takeout.

Technology

McDonald’s gets some early results from its loyalty program

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 28, 2021

MyMcDonald’s Rewards is already one of the industry’s biggest programs as the company takes steps to know more of its customers.

Financing

Yum Brands starts opening units again

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 28, 2021

The owner of KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit accelerated development in the third quarter and said it has a shot at breaking an industry record for new openings this year.

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Digital sales become a bigger fixture at Yum Brands

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 28, 2021

The owner of Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and KFC now gets 40% of its sales through digital channels even as dine-in business has returned.

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