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Jonathan Maze

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Jonathan Maze

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What kind of value does McDonald's really need?

The Bottom Line: The fast-food burger giant expressed concern about losing low-income consumers to grocers. But the company’s sales haven’t exactly tanked.

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Jury awards $31M in lawsuit against a Popeyes franchisee

A former employee of Sun Holdings had accused the 150-unit Popeyes operator of reneging on a promise of 5% of the annual operating profits.

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Popeyes has quickly become a major chicken wing brand

The fast-food chicken chain is already the No. 3 provider of quick-service wings, the company said. And the company has plans to improve its ability to serve them.

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Wendy's new CEO hits the ground running

Kirk Tanner announced $100 million worth of investments in breakfast marketing and digital upgrades in a bid to kick-start the fast-food chain’s growth.

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Inspire Brands is apparently considering an IPO

The owner of Dunkin' and Arby's is in the early stages of discussions on an initial public offering that could value the company at $20 billion, according to Bloomberg.

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McDonald's franchisees want a return of the Snack Wrap

As the brand focuses more on value, a group of operators wants the chain to emphasize value-engineered items, like the old Snack Wraps. And they say many of the company's moves have increased franchisees' costs.

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Corner Bakery moves forward under its new owner

The fast-casual chain, which emerged from bankruptcy last year, says its sales have surged in recent months. It has brought on new executives and expects to open units this year.

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How does an emerging brand break into a new market?

A Deeper Dive: Otto Othman, cofounder of Pincho, joins the podcast to talk about the chain’s recent openings in Texas.

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Krispy Kreme looks to expand its doughnut-making capacity

The chain, which wants to sell its doughnuts out of more McDonald's locations, is now looking to open new shops to build capacity while it also works to improve manufacturing and logistics.

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Restaurant menu prices continue to get more expensive

While inflation is moderating, it's not moderating as much for restaurants, which are raising menu prices more aggressively as a result.

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Burger King says smaller franchisees are better and it has the data to prove it

The Bottom Line: The burger chain’s parent company argues that smaller franchisees make more money per store and are better capitalized.

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Franchisee profitability soars for Burger King and its sister chains

Sales were positive at Restaurant Brands International concepts, including Tim Hortons, Popeyes and Firehouse Subs. At Burger King, operator profitability increased 46%.

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