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Financing

Delay on J. Alexander's merger vote irks an activist

Marathon Partners accuses J. Alexander's of "manipulation" in its effort to merge with Ninety Nine Restaurants, says RB's The Bottom Line.

Financing

Robert Earl takes an interest in Bravo Brio

The founder of Planet Hollywood is now an activist investor in the casual-dining operator, The Bottom Line says.

Financing

McDonald's to invest $6B in its U.S. business

The company plans to speed up the addition of its kiosks, thanks in part to tax reform.

Leadership

Applebee's names Joel Yashinsky CMO

The former McDonald's executive will take the marketing helm at the casual-dining chain.

Financing

More customers boost McDonald's

In 2017, the company generated positive traffic for the first time in five years.

Financing

Why restaurant companies aren't going public

A weak stock market has prevented restaurant IPOs for more than two years, says RB's The Bottom Line.

Leadership

Red Mango owner Brix names Craig Erlich CEO

He's given credit for expanding product offerings and focusing on remodels.

Operations

Panera Bread recalls cream cheese

The company is recalling cream cheese out of an "abundance of caution" and says nobody was sickened.

Leadership

Torchy's Tacos names G.J. Hart CEO

The former California Pizza Kitchen CEO will take over the Austin,Texas-based growth concept.

Technology

Howard Schultz has no love for bitcoin

The Starbucks founder does believe his company could benefit from a future with a trusted cryptocurrency, says RB's The Bottom Line.

Leadership

Jack in the Box President Frances Allen resigns

Marcus Tom is named COO as the company overhauls management following the Qdoba sale.

Financing

Are there too many Starbucks?

The company's weak traffic, despite massive spending on technology, is prompting saturation concerns.

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