NexCen Brands: On the way back

The multi-branded franchisor was close to insolvency but has made the turnaround and proven its business model, execs say.

CKE declares second bid superior

April 19, 2010

Corrected: CKE Restaurants Inc. has announced that it has received a superior bid from a second bidder for $12.55 per share. CKE, parent company of Carl's Jr.

NexCen Brands: On the way back

The multi-branded franchisor was close to insolvency but has made the turnaround and proven its business model, execs say.

Apollo identified as CKE alternative bidder

April 8, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc.'s alternate bidder is private equity firm Apollo Management, Reuters reports.   CKE, parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, announced…

Apollo identified as CKE alternative bidder

April 8, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc.'s alternate bidder is private equity firm Apollo Management, Reuters reports.   CKE, parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, announced…

CKE receives alternate takeover bid

April 6, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, has received an alternative takeover bid, which could lead to a superior proposal, the company…

CKE receives alternate takeover bid

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April 6, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc., parent company of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's, has received an alternative takeover bid, which could lead to a superior proposal, the company…

QSRs show signs of recovery globally

Industry data indicates the segment is improving slightly, especially in Canada, Japan and Italy.

QSRs show signs of recovery globally

Industry data indicates the segment is improving slightly, especially in Canada, Japan and Italy.

CKE counts on 'quality at a value' focus to boost comps

March 25, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc. CEO Andrew Puzder told investors on the company's fourth quarter and fiscal year conference call Thursday that he feels the company's two…

NexCen Brands FY09 revenues down 4%

March 25, 2010

NexCen Brands Inc. has reported unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and audited financial results for the full year ended Dec. 31, 2009. NexCen…

CKE counts on 'quality at a value' focus to boost comps

March 25, 2010

CKE Restaurants Inc. CEO Andrew Puzder told investors on the company's fourth quarter and fiscal year conference call Thursday that he feels the company's two…

NexCen Brands FY09 revenues down 4%

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March 25, 2010

NexCen Brands Inc. has reported unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and audited financial results for the full year ended Dec. 31, 2009. NexCen…

GE Capital, Franchise Finance lends $3.5 million to Wendy's franchisee

March 23, 2010

GE Capital, Franchise Finance recently provided a $3.5 million credit facility to New-Wen Inc., owners and operators of six Wendy's units in Ohio. New-Wen used…

GE Capital, Franchise Finance lends $3.5 million to Wendy's franchisee

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March 23, 2010

GE Capital, Franchise Finance recently provided a $3.5 million credit facility to New-Wen Inc., owners and operators of six Wendy's units in Ohio. New-Wen used…

Sonic Q2 comps impacted by weather, reduced consumer spending

March 10, 2010

The severe winter weather throughout the Central and Eastern United States has hurt already struggling quick-service brands. Earlier this week, Burger King…

Sonic Q2 comps impacted by weather, reduced consumer spending

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March 10, 2010

The severe winter weather throughout the Central and Eastern United States has hurt already struggling quick-service brands. Earlier this week, Burger King…

Bankrupt Dunkin' franchise up for bid, CFO charged with grand larceny

March 8, 2010

The former chief financial officer for bankrupt Dunkin' Donuts franchisee Kainos Partners Holding Company LLC has been charged with grand larceny for allegedly…

Bankrupt Dunkin' franchise up for bid, CFO charged with grand larceny

March 8, 2010

The former chief financial officer for bankrupt Dunkin' Donuts franchisee Kainos Partners Holding Company LLC has been charged with grand larceny for allegedly…

Law firms announce investigation of CKE acquisition

February 28, 2010

Several law firms have announced investigations into the recent announcement of the proposed sale of CKE Restaurants Inc. to private equity firm Thomas H. Lee…