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Financing

Why did sales slow at fast-food burger chains?

Quick-service giants McDonald’s and Burger King lost out to chains such as Taco Bell and Chick-fil-A last year, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Jack in the Box finds that value works

The company said its sales improved last quarter after it shifted to more price promotions.

The company’s strategies will include scanners to improve its speed of service.

An analyst suggests operators are struggling, which is a problem given heavy pizza price competition, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Christine Barone, CEO of the Oprah-backed upscale casual chain, talks about the market’s challenges and opportunities in this week’s episode of "A Deeper Dive."

The $238 million deal includes 55 Popeyes locations—a new brand for the company—and 166 Burger King restaurants.

While the chain’s founder expressed support for investor Starboard Value, he also accused the board of protecting its own interest.

Chains should have negotiated better rates with third-party providers, says RB’s The Bottom Line. It may be too late.

A run would not just tarnish the Starbucks founder’s image, but also that of the company, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

A hedge fund owned by the CEO of Biglari Holdings made a $20 million loan to the operator of Fatburger, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Blaze Pizza is the latest to test larger pizzas as it focuses more intently on delivery sales—pitting the chains directly against traditional players.

A Debtwire report suggested that buyers are concerned about the chain’s growth and its valuation.

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