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Why refranchising and value don’t mix

 By Jonathan Maze on May 22, 2018

The push to lower prices, and rely heavily on franchisees, could hurt more operators, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Jack in the Box CEO Lenny Comma takes a jab at QSR discounting

 By Jonathan Maze on May 17, 2018

He says the company won’t discount more than it already has out of concern for its franchisees’ margins.

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McDonald’s Steve Easterbrook was highest paid CEO in the restaurant industry in 2017

By Jonathan Maze on May 16, 2018

Restaurant CEO pay was flat last year amid weak sales and weaker stock prices.

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In the competitive restaurant industry, Wingstop and Domino’s stand out

By Jonathan Maze on May 16, 2018

Winners and losers were plentiful in Q1, a quarter that proved to be tougher than it seemed, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Casual-dining chains try buying their way to growth

By Jonathan Maze on May 16, 2018

Del Frisco’s acquisition of Barteca shows Wall Street’s willingness to accept more strategic deals, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Bravo Brio rejects takeover bid from Romano's Macaroni Grill

By Peter Romeo on May 15, 2018

The two-concept Italian operation says its pending acquisition by a Swiss private-equity group is a better deal.

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Famous Dave’s turns a profit

By Jonathan Maze on May 15, 2018

Cost cuts and better revenue have offset the chain's decline in same-store sales.

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Del Frisco’s fills a niche in its portfolio by acquiring Barteca Restaurant Group

By Patricia Cobe on May 15, 2018

The $325 million deal will bring the steakhouse-centered company a high-energy vibe and strength in new dayparts.

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Cava Grill raising another $35M

By Jonathan Maze on May 14, 2018

The rapidly growing fast-casual chain has raised more than $130 million to fuel its expansion.

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Noodles & Co. stock surges on positive sales

By Jonathan Maze on May 11, 2018

The fast-casual chain said its same-store sales have turned positive after years of weakness.

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