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As it loses customers to rivals, McDonald's shifts its focus to value

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Donatos Pizza CEO Tom Krouse to retire; Kevin King named new chief executive

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Boxer Ramen shutters 4 units following bankruptcy

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The consumer is cutting back, but not everywhere

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An in-depth look at a fast-growing c-store chicken concept

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Nando's Americanizes its menu a bit as U.S. expansion continues

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The odds for keeping delivery fees and large-party gratuities aren't looking good

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The consumer is cutting back, but not everywhere

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Dave & Buster’s bets on arcade wagering

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Boxer Ramen shutters 4 units following bankruptcy

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Nando's Americanizes its menu a bit as U.S. expansion continues

Behind the Menu: Favorites like mac and cheese, bowls and salads join the fast casual’s Afro-Portuguese-rooted dishes, including the signature peri-peri chicken.

Financing

The consumer is cutting back, but not everywhere

The Bottom Line: Early earnings from major restaurant chains suggest the consumer has taken a distinct turn for the worse so far in 2024.

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Meet the restaurant industry's new government adversary

Reality Check: The FTC wants the business to change several longstanding operating conventions. Has it heard why that's a bad idea?

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Restaurant tech firm InKind acquires Etta Collective out of bankruptcy

The two-unit Etta Collective went to the highest bidder for $4 million and InKind CEO Johann Moonesinghe plans to restart growth.

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KFC is struggling in the U.S., and not just due to weather

The venerable chicken chain is losing ground to Popeyes and other chicken restaurant competitors domestically. But parent company Yum Brands says it has a plan for a reset.

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STK parent One Group completes acquisition of Benihana for $365M

The deal nearly triples One Group's footprint and brings its total annual revenue to more than $1 billion.

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New York mandates a new employee benefit: Paid leave for expectant parents

The state's nearly $400 billion budget also obliges restaurants and other employers to provide paid half-hour breaks for nursing mothers.

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As it loses customers to rivals, McDonald's shifts its focus to value

The fast-food giant appears to be losing the battle for customers looking for lower prices to Burger King and Domino’s. McDonald’s wants a national value offer to change that.

Operations

Just Salad jumps on the drive-thru bandwagon

Freshly made drive-thru salads are increasingly becoming a thing. This fast-casual chain is ramping up growth in both urban and suburban locations, with car customers in mind.