In Starbucks, an example of technology gone too far

The form of financing, which allows companies to borrow money at lower interest rates, has caught a lot of attention lately thanks to Subway and TGI Fridays. Here’s an explanation of what it is.

The Bottom Line: Franchisors want their operators to cut prices and run deals. They’d get further along if they delayed remodel requirements or other costs.

The Bottom Line: Restaurant chains are available at historically low prices if you know where to look. But the typically aggressive chairman of Fat Brands is not buying.