sales and profits

Financing

Shake Shack shares tumble on news of delayed new unit openings

Labor shortages and permitting issues are contributing to the chain's slowdown.

Financing

Bojangles’ to shutter and refranchise stores following weak sales

The quick-service chain is also cutting underperforming items from its menu.

The casual chain warned investors that Q2 results were weaker than expected.

But the fast-casual burger chain is still battling traffic woes.

The casual giant generated a 5.7% comp gain, but closed 30 stores.

A more local approach to marketing is taking hold at Bloomin’ Brands, while discounting takes a back seat.

The company hopes personal introductions elevate service—and sales.

The investment follows the chain’s strongest comps gain since 2016.

The company is planning a two-for-$5 offer next month amid continued declines in U.S. guest counts.

The company is adding supply chain capacity amid rapidly growing demand.

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