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Fat Brands' controlling shareholder replaces most of its board

The Bottom Line: Fog Cutter Capital, owned by Andy Wiederhorn and his family, ousted its directors and appointed a new slate that includes several of his family members. The owner of Twin Peaks also relabeled itself a “controlled company.”

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In the fast-casual sector, Chipotle laps Panera Bread

The Bottom Line: The two fast-casual restaurant pioneers have diverged over the past five years, as the burrito chain has thrived while Panera hit a wall. Here's why.

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In Red Lobster, a symbol of the challenges with casual dining

The Bottom Line: Consumers have shifted dining toward convenience or occasions, and that has created havoc for full-service restaurant chains. How can these companies get customers back?

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Crumbl may be the next frozen yogurt, or the next Krispy Kreme

The Bottom Line: With word that the chain’s unit volumes took a nosedive last year, its future, and that of its operators, depends on what the brand does next.