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The casual-dining burger chain said it laid off a small number of employees as it plans to sell dozens of corporate stores.

The fast-food chain is making a big push in the Second City. But it comes as the chain is once again closing locations and is on the verge of falling behind high-growth rivals Whataburger and Culver’s.

The Bottom Line: Why did a 22-unit operator of the Mexican chain turn to one of the riskiest pieces of financing? Because the industry is in a tough spot, and some operators have few options.

Marketing Bites: It’s a season of marketing creativity as operators from Taco Bell to Planet Hollywood look to position themselves as bastions for budget-minded diners.