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Is Sweetgreen worth $1B?

 By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 29, 2018

A reported valuation of the salad chain seems like a lot, but it’s not unprecedented, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Dunkin’ Donuts’ repositioning yields 1.3% rise in comps

 By Peter Romeo on Oct. 26, 2018

But the gain came from higher checks, not a rise in traffic.

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The market for sandwich delivery is super competitive now

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 26, 2018

RB’s The Bottom Line explores whether delivery at Firehouse Subs, Jersey Mike’s and now Subway will hurt Jimmy John’s.

Food

McDonald’s brings back the McRib

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2018

The chain is also adding a new $6 Classic Meal Deal in its bid to win back customers.

Technology

Burger King’s owner plays 'catch-up' on technology

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2018

Restaurant Brands International, which also owns Tim Hortons and Popeyes, has been pushing a host of new initiatives.

Food

Chick-fil-A is testing mac and cheese

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2018

The chicken chain is offering the item in several cities as a side or off the catering menu.

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Chipotle says its new campaign lifted sales

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2018

The company said its “For Real” ads lifted sales in September and October.

Beverage

Starbucks brews up a witchy Frappuccino

By Heather Lalley on Oct. 25, 2018

The purple and green Witch’s Brew blended beverage is the chain’s latest attempt at a viral LTO.

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Burger King’s owner finds the U.S. a tough market

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 24, 2018

Domestic same-store sales for the burger chain, Popeyes and Tim Hortons all fell in the third quarter.

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Noodles stock falls 20% following disappointing earnings

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 24, 2018

But the fast-casual chain continued to generate strong sales thanks to zucchini noodles and off-premise business.

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