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Wendy's and Burger King just did something they hadn't done in years
The Bottom Line: The two burger chains just reported positive same-store sales during a quarter in which rival McDonald’s posted a decline. That hadn’t been done since 2016.
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Do consumers want to eat out or stay home? Yes
The Bottom Line: The National Restaurant Association says consumers have “pent-up demand.” But a survey from Kroger’s research arm says consumers want more home-cooked meals.
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The franchise M&A market is about to get two huge tests
The Bottom Line: Crumbl, and now Dave’s Hot Chicken, are both reportedly on the market, which will test the ability for fast-growth concepts to get massive valuations.