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Restaurants have regained half of their lost jobs

The industry added about 1.5 million new jobs last month but remain far off pre-pandemic levels.

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Relations sour between Pizza Hut and one of its oldest operators

The bankruptcy of giant franchisee NPC International reveals tensions between the 58-year-old company and its franchisor.

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McDonald’s is putting dine-in expansion on hold

The company said it will not reopen any dining rooms for another three weeks amid a resurgence of coronavirus cases.

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NPC International’s bankruptcy should be a wake-up call for franchises

The big Pizza Hut and Wendy’s operator had too much debt. But its capital structure was far from unique, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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How to protect unit profitability during a pandemic

This week’s edition of the RB podcast “A Deeper Dive” features Juan Martinez, from Profitality, talking about unit economics and the coronavirus.

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Subway is pulling back on its $5 Footlong offer

The chain is making its “$5 Footlongs when you order two” promotion digital-only as the offer hurt operator profits.

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Giant Pizza Hut franchisee NPC International declares bankruptcy

The company, which is also Wendy’s largest operator, has been struggling with massive debt levels.

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For Aurify Brands, Le Pain Quotidien was too good a brand to pass up

The New York-based operator has completed its deal for the chain’s U.S. market and plans to reopen more than 40 locations, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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With Grubhub off the table, attention turns to Postmates

Reports are circulating on the future of the third-party delivery provider, which is apparently weighing an offer from Uber and another firm but could go public.

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Opes Acquisition is paying $100M for BurgerFi

The reverse merger will help fuel the fast-casual burger chain’s growth, which will take it to more nontraditional locations, including ghost kitchens.

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Papa John’s same-store sales increased 24% last month

The pizza chain’s North American sales continued to surge during the pandemic as consumers ordered more delivery.

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Domino’s starts curbside service

The pizza chain is adding Carside Delivery as it continues to push carryout sales.

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