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Charges against Michael Avenatti engulf the now-defunct Tully's

The attorney rescued the coffee chain in 2013. But the company went out of business last year, and now he faces federal charges, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

McDonald’s to stop lobbying against minimum wage increases

The company told the National Restaurant Association of its intention to no longer support any push against mandated pay hikes.

Financing

McDonald’s flexes its financial muscle

The company’s planned acquisition of Dynamic Yield is the latest example of big chains using their size to gain an advantage, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

McDonald’s to acquire tech company Dynamic Yield

The company plans to use its personalization technology on drive-thru menu boards, kiosks and its mobile app.

Leadership

Inspire Brands names Raghu Sagi chief information officer

Darla Morse will become the CIO of another Roark Capital-owned company, CKE Restaurants.

Technology

Domino’s will let you order from more cars this year

The company is working with Xevo to put its ordering platform in more dashboards.

Financing

The Shaq deal is a slam dunk for Papa John’s

Adding the well-liked personality to the board and its marketing gives the chain positive buzz for the first time in a while, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing