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Dual-branding at scale now proves viable unit-economics model for Dine Brands, offering franchisees a playbook to boost same-store economics.
Executives at Kraft, McDonald's, and Whirlpool have flagged that lower-income U.S. consumers are depleting savings due to negative cash flows, signaling potential pressure on discretionary spending in
Portillo's, Wingstop, Papa John's, and Sweetgreen stocks rose following a government report showing cooling wholesale food inflation, which signals potential relief on a major operating cost for resta
Brinker International's stock rose 28.7% over a month as Chili's posted traffic gains, with investor focus now on whether the chain can sustain margins and meet fiscal 2027 targets.
Block's Square has backed The Baked Bear, a bakery concept.
Cheesecake Factory has emerged as a notably performing food stock, though the source provides no specific reasons or performance metrics.
McDonald's stock has underperformed the S&P 500 over the past six months, falling 15.3% while the broader market gained 11.7%, potentially prompting investors to reassess their positions.
Farmer Boys' VP of Brand & Franchise Development appeared on Restaurant Tech Trends to discuss the chain's farm-to-table positioning and QSR pricing model.
Jack in the Box missed sales expectations in Q2 2026.
Jack in the Box reported third-quarter 2026 earnings.
Co-branding economics reshape unit growth strategy and franchisee ROI — relevant for multi-unit expansion planning.
Cava's stock rose following a sales increase driven by consumer interest in Mediterranean-diet foods including pita chips and salmon.
Fast food chains including McDonald's and Starbucks are expanding their energy drink offerings as a strategy to improve profitability.
Chick-fil-A is launching chicken and waffles sandwiches in two portion sizes nationwide on August 24.
A lender is seeking to sell 41 Qdoba locations to recover an $18 million debt owed by a franchisee, signaling financial stress within the fast-casual franchise network.
Pokeworks reported strong sales and transaction growth in the first half of 2026, attributed to new store openings, development agreements, and menu updates.
An established dining chain has closed locations and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Chipotle's stock declined following a jalapeño recall that may hinder the company's efforts to restore customer traffic.
Ryan Volberg, founder of Guestologie, argues that pursuing new customers may be counterproductive to restaurant growth; the startup focuses on optimizing existing guest relationships instead.
Domino's is launching a new Detroit-style personal pizza called the Domino on August 31, positioning it as a customizable offering for single-occasion consumption.
McDonald's and competitors are finding that low-price promotions alone are insufficient to drive customer traffic, signaling a shift in how QSR chains may need to compete beyond discount mechanics.
Thai conglomerate Minor Food is acquiring Bonchon's operations outside the Americas for 1.66 billion Thai baht, signaling continued consolidation in the Asian quick-service chicken category.
Wendy's cut its dividend and lowered full-year guidance in Q2 results amid ongoing activist pressure from Nelson Peltz, signaling operational or financial headwinds that may prompt franchisees and inv
Beyond Juicery + Eatery reports that all franchisees have adopted its pricing strategy through a technology platform.
A major fast-food burger chain has fallen behind a rival in rankings for the first time in six years.
Brinker International is expected to report solid fiscal Q4 results, with Chili's positioned as a driver of that performance.
Taylor Farms has issued additional recalls over salmonella concerns, signaling ongoing food-safety challenges in fresh produce.
Some Wendy's franchisees have eliminated breakfast service, and the chain is experiencing reduced customer traffic as a result.
KFC promoted an executive internally, Sweetgreen launched a 30-day customer challenge, and a South Korean bakery-cafe chain plans a U.S. debut.
Panda Express is bringing back Cantonese BBQ Brisket, a limited-time menu item that previously generated consumer interest and is now returning to locations.
Restaurant Brands' valuation relative to peers is being examined, though the source provides no specific metrics or data to support claims about valuation convergence.
Wendy's promoted a new CMO, Pizza Hut separated from Yum Brands, and independent restaurants have seen sales growth, according to a debate between industry analysts.
Synchrony is embedding loyalty and discount intelligence into AI shopping assistants, shifting when discount offers appear from checkout to the pre-purchase decision stage. This signals a shift in how
Wendy's stock jumped 15% in mid-August following reports that Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management was assembling investors to take the chain private, signaling market appetite for consolidation among
Blaze Pizza has introduced a menu inspired by the film 'Practical Magic 2.'
Chili's has posted strong recent results, while CAVA, McDonald's, and Domino's also reported quarterly performance and new product launches—though some restaurant marketing campaigns have underperform
Francisco Partners agreed to acquire Canadian payments provider Moneris from BMO and RBC for $1.4 billion, signaling continued consolidation in the payments infrastructure space.
Chipotle's stock performance over the past decade illustrates the potential returns of long-term investment in established restaurant companies.
Capriotti's is running a month-long promotional campaign in September offering weekly deals to rewards members, part of its 50th anniversary marketing push.
A food writer argues that AI, like any technology, can improve efficiency in restaurant journalism if applied thoughtfully.
Consumer essay on fine-dining economics and counter-service trends — insight into how labor/hospitality costs are reshaping restaurant formats, though not operator-focused.
Hawaiian Bros grew from a single location in Belton to a multi-state presence in under ten years, illustrating the rapid expansion model some regional casual-dining concepts have pursued.
Carl's Jr. has shifted to made-to-order burger preparation, a move the chain credits with improving customer satisfaction scores and lowering food waste.
Amanda Signorelli and Nick McMillan took over Las Vegas's Golden Steer steakhouse in 2019 and inherited an iconic brand that may be consuming resources without generating proportional profit—a tension
Crisp & Green is accelerating franchise expansion, with existing franchisees planning to open 15+ restaurants by year-end as the wellness-focused chain targets density in priority markets.
Pizza chains are adjusting their limited-time offer strategies for fall, balancing new menu items with value and established favorites as back-to-school, Labor Day, and football season overlap.
Cash-based labor practices highlight wage/compliance risks and operational complexity that chains need to address as regulatory scrutiny intensifies.
McDonald's is adjusting its menu offering in response to recent stock underperformance, signaling the chain may be testing whether product changes can drive customer traffic.
Fast-casual pizza chain Your Pie is expanding in the Southeast under new leadership by combining handcrafted Italian traditions with streamlined operations and a smaller restaurant footprint, signalin
