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Burger King's sales rebounded last quarter

 By Jonathan Maze on May 02, 2023

The struggling burger chain’s same-store sales increased 8.7% in the U.S. as its marketing efforts take hold.

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Burger King is making some big changes in its franchising strategy

 By Jonathan Maze on May 02, 2023

Facing more store closures, the fast-food chain will only allow its better operators to expand and wants more smaller franchisees. “In an ideal world, I’d like it if they could drive to all their restaurants.”

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Here's how many restaurants Subway closed last year

By Jonathan Maze on May 01, 2023

The fast-food sandwich giant slowed its rate of closures in 2022 but still shuttered 571 U.S. restaurants. It has the lowest number of restaurants since 2005.

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Maple & Ash owners accused of misusing PPP funding

By Lisa Jennings on May 01, 2023

Partners in the high-grossing restaurant are back in court to battle charges from investors who say they are owed millions. Maple & Ash owners call the charges "futile attempts to gain publicity."

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Will surge pricing lead to a surge in revenue?

By Lori Rakoczy on May 01, 2023

Technomic's Take: Many restaurant operators are considering dynamic pricing strategies. They should tread carefully.

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Chipotle regains its status as a Wall Street darling

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 28, 2023

The Bottom Line: The fast-casual Mexican chain’s stock is over $2,000 per share as investors put money back into restaurants in 2023.

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Bloomin' finds no easy answers for traffic declines

By Joe Guszkowski on Apr. 28, 2023

After another quarter of negative transactions, executives said traffic growth is the company's top priority.

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The economy is headed for a recession, or maybe it isn't

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 28, 2023

The Bottom Line: Some restaurant executives believe a recession is coming and economic data appear to be pointing in that direction. But sales have started out strongly, and not everyone agrees.

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Krystal is merging with Logan's Roadhouse owner SPB Hospitality

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 27, 2023

The multi-concept operator, which emerged from the ashes of Craftworks Holdings, is taking in its first fast-food chain in Krystal. Both companies are owned by the private equity firm Fortress Investment Group.

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With delivery sales still slow, Domino's looks to improve its service

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 27, 2023

The pizza chain will train its franchisees this summer in a bid to improve delivery times and service. It is also planning changes to its loyalty program and a redesign of its e-commerce platform.

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