McDonald's is opening 9,000 stores by 2027. Starbucks added 791 net new locations in fiscal 2025. The battle for the next billion QSR customers is being fought outside the United States.
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From a single Jersey Shore sub shop to a $3.3 billion empire, Jersey Mike's has cracked the code on franchise growth. Here's how they did it.
CAVA, Sweetgreen, and Chipotle are redefining fast food while legacy brands struggle to respond
Roark Capital paid a reported $9.55 billion for a chain in decline. Here's what the new owners have done — and what's still broken.
Domino's posts 6.4% revenue growth and 32 consecutive years of international same-store gains while Pizza Hut announces 250 U.S. closures
In 2015, Chipotle was a Wall Street darling posting double-digit growth. Then came the food safety crisis that nearly destroyed the brand. Here's how the company rebuilt itself into a stronger business than before.
McDonald’s 2026 plans cover restaurant growth, U.S. value offers and digital service. Here are the published targets and results through the second quarter.
Localization, vegetarian menus, and the price points that make or break success
Market dynamics, cultural adaptation, and the massive growth opportunity across the Gulf
What US operators can learn from Seoul's restaurant technology revolution