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Tim Hortons

Financing

Why can’t Tim Hortons work in the U.S.?

The chain is ultrapopular in Canada, but not so much here. It’s an issue the chain has perpetually struggled to fix, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Financing

Tim Hortons’ loyalty program takes off

By Jonathan Maze on Apr. 29, 2019

One-fifth of Canadians are members of the program after just a few weeks, but the chain’s same-store sales fell in the first quarter.

Financing

Popeyes and Burger King have rapidly expanded delivery

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 11, 2019

Tim Hortons had its best same-store-sales performance in more than two years thanks to an improved image in Canada.

Leadership

Tim Hortons co-founder Ron Joyce dies

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 01, 2019

He helped turn the coffee and doughnut chain into a Canadian icon.

Leadership

Jose Cil named CEO of Burger King owner Restaurant Brands International

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 23, 2019

Daniel Schwartz was promoted to executive chairman while Josh Kobza was named chief operating officer.

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.

Technology

Burger King’s owner plays 'catch-up' on technology

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 25, 2018

Restaurant Brands International, which also owns Tim Hortons and Popeyes, has been pushing a host of new initiatives.

Financing

Burger King’s owner finds the U.S. a tough market

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 24, 2018

Domestic same-store sales for the burger chain, Popeyes and Tim Hortons all fell in the third quarter.

Financing

Franchisee tensions bubble to the surface

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 11, 2018

McDonald’s and Jack in the Box show operators’ growing discontent amid weak sales and high costs, says RB’s The Bottom Line.