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Financing

Judge rules that John Schnatter is entitled to Papa John’s documents

A Delaware judge said the company failed to prove that its founder’s request for records was improper.

Special Reports

Chains losing favor with consumers

Data shows which brands saw a drop-off in guest satisfaction ratings.

Operations

The top restaurant news developments of 2018

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 18, 2018

Here's a look back at the news eruptions that shaped the restaurant industry in 2018.

Marketing

Papa John’s introduces new loyalty program

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 10, 2018

The pizza chain says Papa Rewards will give out points faster than before.

Financing

John Schnatter hires a financial adviser on Papa John’s

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 07, 2018

The adviser will review the company’s financial prospects.

Financing

A Papa John's sale is no slam dunk

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 28, 2018

A report suggests bidders are backing off a complete purchase, which sent the company’s stock sinking, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Papa John’s franchisees hire a high-powered attorney

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 09, 2018

The Papa John’s Franchise Association hired Robert Zarco to investigate the brand’s decline.

Financing

Papa John’s closes 51 locations

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 06, 2018

The company’s North America same-store sales declined nearly 10% in the third quarter.

Financing

Top Papa John’s executives get change-in-control deals

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 02, 2018

Steve Ritchie and others would get paid if they lose their jobs following a sale, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Financing

Papa John’s shares surge on more buyout reports

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 30, 2018

Several private equity firms, including Roark Capital, are reportedly vying for the pizza chain.