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Subway, KFC make big gains as valuable global food brands
WPP and Millward Brown recently announced the 2013 BrandZ Top 100 list of most valuable global brands. Despite a 5 percent decrease from the prior year, McDonald's remained on top with a value of $90 … -
Good Times marks 11th consecutive quarter of sales increases
Good Times Restaurants Inc. announced its same-store sales for the second fiscal quarter increased 7 percent and 3.9 percent for the month of March. President and CEO Boyd Hoback said the company is … -
Yum! Brands Inc. declares quarterly dividend
Yum! Brands Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.335 per share of common stock. The quarterly dividend will be distributed May 3 to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 12, 2013 … -
KFC franchisee deploys MonkeyMedia catering solution
MonkeyMedia Software, a provider of catering solutions for multiunit restaurant operators, has announced that Mitra QSR, a KFC franchisee, selected MonkeyCatering and MonkeyOnlineOrdering to enable … -
Restaurant franchise industry veteran starts strategic advisory firm
Franchise industry veteran Lynette McKee, CFE, announced today the launch of McKeeCo Services LLC, a franchising and development strategic advisory firm. McKeeCo Services will provide franchise … -
Captain D's capturing 'significant share' from competitors
The brand's focus in 2013 will be on marketing, new menu items, new equipment and new menu boards. -
Chick-fil-A's annual sales up 12 percent
Despite a PR firestorm from president Dan Cathy's comments against gay marriage, Chick-fil-A experienced record sales in 2012. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the chain ended 2012 with …- Alicia Kelso -
Tips on keeping food purchasing costs down
Many of the reasons restaurant costs can flair are by overlooking simple procedures and tests.1 comment -
Popeyes sales jump nearly 7 percent in 2012
AFC Enterprises Inc., parent company of Popeyes restaurants, today reported selected unaudited results for its fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year which ended Dec. 30, 2012. Global same-store sales … -
McDonald's 2013 plans include strong product pipeline
The company's strategy includes adding more 24-hour restaurants to broaden accessibility.- Alicia Kelso -
U-Swirl acquires Aspen Leaf and Yogurtini fro-yo chains
U-Swirl Inc., parent to U-SWIRL International Inc., the owner and franchisor of U-SWIRL Frozen Yogurt cafés, has acquired specific assets of Aspen Leaf Yogurt LLC, a subsidiary of Rocky … -
How one QSR brand is taking advantage of the c-store resurgence
Blimpie has revamped its business model to fit larger, more foodservice-focused convenience stores.1 comment- Alicia Kelso -
Taco Bueno receives $23M investment
Prospect Capital Corporation announced that it has provided $23.2 million of secured debt financing for the recapitalization of TB Corp., parent company of the Texas-based Taco Bueno quick-service … -
McDonald's ends year as top-performing restaurant stock
Fortune 500 just announced its list for the top-performing stocks in 2012. Nearly 80 percent of companies posted gains this year, with about 60 percent posting double-digit percentage increases … -
Cold Stone Creamery launches catering program
Cold Stone Creamery has launched a new catering program at select locations nationwide. The new catering service includes five new miniature novelties — Cake Bites, Cake Pops, Mini Cones, Canap … -
Wendy's offering image activation incentive to franchisees
The chain is working on menu costs by focusing on perceived quality.- Alicia Kelso -
Popeyes continues to gain market share in QSR space
The chain turned in a 6.8 percent increase in same-store sales during Q3.- Alicia Kelso -
Report: Menu deals no longer driving restaurant visits
Operators should examine their value proposition, leverage the convenience factor of restaurants and offer variety. -
Burger King adds operations coaches for consistent experience
New menu and marketing initiatives continue to yield positive results.- Alicia Kelso -
Dunkin' embraces 5 strategies to navigate tricky environment
Company's third quarter comp sales up across all four segments; guest and ticket counts rise.- Alicia Kelso
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