Tim Hortons

By Jonathan Maze on Aug. 04, 2022

The Bottom Line: While the two chains and their revitalization plans are different, the Canadian coffee brand’s strong second-quarter results give its sister brand hope of a comeback in its U.S. market.

Operations

Tim Hortons U.S. is the latest to try a seatless prototype

By Jonathan Maze on Jun. 07, 2022

The company unveiled a 900-square-foot drive-thru-only location among its new designs, which also include a larger version with a 24-seat dining room.

Financing

Burger King’s same-store sales fall in the U.S. but flourish internationally

By Jonathan Maze on May 03, 2022

Tim Hortons’ Canada sales surge, Popeyes declined and Firehouse Subs beat difficult comparisons.

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Financing

Tim Hortons sees a future in the afternoons

By Jonathan Maze on May 03, 2022

The coffee chain believes it has considerable potential selling food in the afternoons. But it is also pushing more espresso and cold beverages and, naturally, drive-thrus.

Financing

Tim Hortons has its eyes on India

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 17, 2022

The coffee and doughnut chain has a deal to add 300 locations in the country over the next decade as it works to continue its international growth.

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Financing

Tim Hortons sees a brighter future in the U.S.

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 16, 2022

The Bottom Line: The coffee-and-doughnut chain, which has struggled to get a footing south of the border, believes it has the right concept to begin growing again.

Financing

Justin Bieber jolts Tim Hortons sales and turns the CEO into a ‘belieber’

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 15, 2022

The chain’s sales improved last quarter, thanks to its marketing deal with the Canadian pop star. And it all started with a social media complaint.

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Leadership

José Cil makes his mark

By Jonathan Maze on Nov. 30, 2021

The CEO of Restaurant Brands International has leveraged a lifetime of relationships to boost his company and become the 2021 Restaurant Leader of the Year.

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