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Industry Analysis

Mike’s Red Tacos turns to an experienced operator for 36 Florida stores

Built Different Brands plans the first Florida opening for 2027 under a 36-store agreement.

OCT 22, 2026 · 2 MIN READ

Industry Analysis

PrimoHoagies offers 10–15 restaurant resales as it tests a smaller store

Retiring owners create an acquisition path while new franchisees develop a 1,100-square-foot format.

OCT 22, 2026 · 2 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

Restaurant spending rises as Wendy’s and Starbucks shares rally

U.S. food-service sales reached $92.9 billion in September. Earlier results at McDonald’s and Wendy’s show how larger checks can support sales and cushion rising costs.

OCT 15, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Industry Analysis

Krispy Kreme announces 33-shop New York development deal

Original Entrepreneurs plans 33 shops over five years as Krispy Kreme expands through franchisees.

OCT 14, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Operations & Management

AmRest recruits Warsaw staff for planned Taco Bell launch

AmRest’s Warsaw recruitment notice details training and restaurant work ahead of Taco Bell’s planned Polish launch.

OCT 14, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

What lifted Domino’s Q3 operating income

Higher supply-chain gross profit and royalties explain the pizza franchisor’s third-quarter operating-income increase.

OCT 13, 2026 · 2 MIN READ

Industry Analysis

MTY renews its franchising push after strategic review

MTY plans fewer company-operated restaurants and a review of its brands.

OCT 11, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

Wendy’s sought to keep seven Meritage restaurants open

The proposal would replace seven planned closures with closures elsewhere, Fast Company reports.

OCT 11, 2026 · 2 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

QSR property asking yields rise in Q3

Boulder’s October report puts corporate and franchisee property asking yields 97 basis points apart, with separate comparisons by lease term.

OCT 10, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

Red Robin refinances after transferring 108 restaurants

Completed restaurant transfers preceded Red Robin’s five-year refinancing. Its pricing and coverage tests account for debt and rent.

OCT 9, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

Industry Analysis

El Pollo Loco plans New York entry with three franchise partners

The company says its first regional lease is signed in Queens, with an opening targeted for mid-2027.

SEP 30, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

Pizza Inn signs a 10-buffet development agreement

The first five openings are anticipated in fiscal 2027.

SEP 25, 2026 · 2 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

McDonald’s plans $8.5 billion in franchise support

Rent relief and capital backing would help fund restaurant upgrades.

SEP 23, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

Finance & Economics

Qvinci launches RoyaltyHub for franchise billing

The platform connects royalty invoices and payments.

SEP 17, 2026 · 1 MIN READ

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Finance & Economics

WOWorks’ Franchise Incentives Reward Scale, but Cash Timing Matters

WOWorks ties franchise fee reductions, refunds and royalty relief to development commitments. Operators need to put the incentives on the same calendar as their openings.

SEP 10, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

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Finance & Economics

Wendy’s halves dividend as leadership reassesses turnaround spending

Wendy’s August capital decision lowers its quarterly payout while a cash-flow reconciliation and prior guidance clarify what remains undecided.

AUG 7, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

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Finance & Economics

NDCP extends Dunkin agreement with Pacific Northwest pricing benefit

NDCP’s July extension runs through 2056. Original 2012 documents explain how consolidation and purchasing savings were intended to support flat pricing.

JUL 30, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

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Finance & Economics

Wingstop’s Franchise Revenue Gain Shows What New Stores Offset

Wingstop quantified how development offset weaker comparable sales in Q2. The calculation explains corporate growth without establishing franchisee profit.

JUL 29, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

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Finance & Economics

Jersey Mike's IPO: $317 Million Gross for the Company

Jersey Mike's priced a roughly $1 billion offer. About $317 million gross would come from new company shares, with debt repayment among the intended uses.

JUL 29, 2026 · 3 MIN READ

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Industry Analysis

Noodles' stronger restaurants leave its financing work unfinished

July results show stronger sales and restaurant margins, modest debt reduction, and a smaller chain still facing a July 2027 maturity.

JUL 24, 2026 · 3 MIN READ