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Fat Brands is still shopping for acquisitions, but doesn’t like the prices

The Bottom Line: The owner of Fatburger and Johnny Rockets is looking for deals after taking a break but finds the market to be a lot slower this year.

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Podcast transcript: Virtual Dining Brands co-founder Robbie Earl

A Deeper Dive: What is the future of digital-only concepts? Earl discusses their work to ensure quality and why focusing on restaurant delivery works.

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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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How Chick-fil-A's shift on antibiotic-free chicken signals an industry evolution

Chick-fil-A was a No Antibiotics Ever brand, but now its standards are more in line with KFC and others. Will consumers understand the nuanced difference?