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Ruby Tuesday is sold

 By Peter Romeo on Oct. 16, 2017

The chain was acquired by a private-equity firm run by restaurant franchisees.

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Deal on Qdoba is imminent, report says

 By Peter Romeo on Nov. 03, 2017

The private-equity firm that owns Chuck E. Cheese's is cited as a contender.

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Canadian combo: Pinkberry owner buys Imvescor

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 12, 2017

MTY Food Group will buy another chain operator; the combined company will have 75 restaurant brands.

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This week’s 5 head-spinning moments: Double turns

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 10, 2017

No sooner had one arresting development arisen than another quickly followed in its wake, making neck braces an acceptable fashion accessory.

Panera to be acquired for $7.5B

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 05, 2017

The deal will transform the parent of Krispy Kreme and Einstein Bros. into a global restaurant force.

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This week’s 4 head-spinning moments: No mas

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 07, 2017

Taco Bell's newfound qualms about social media is just one example of restaurants wondering if the status quo is such a hot way to go.

Mooyah acquired by growth-minded investors

By Peter Romeo on May 03, 2017

The fast-casual brand's new owners include the investment fund founded by franchising veteran Anand Gala to amass regional expansion opportunities.

Jim 'N Nick's acquired by Roark

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 11, 2017

The regional barbecue chain joins a stable of 20 restaurant brands ranging from Arby's to Auntie Anne's.

J. Alexander’s buys Ninety Nine chain

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 04, 2017

The deal will give J. Alexander's a firm foothold in New England.

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100-unit Cafe Rio changes hands

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 08, 2017

The controlling stake was sold by one private-equity firm to another.

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