# QSR Weekly Article Roundup: 2026 Week 45

> Source: https://qsr.pro/newsletter/archive/2026/45
> Publisher: QSR Pro


Published articles from week 45 of 2026.

- [Dine adds takeover defense as Applebee’s-IHOP conversions expand](https://qsr.pro/articles/dine-brands-rights-plan-applebees-ihop-conversions) — A reported bid comes as Dine buys restaurants and franchisees add a second brand.