Restaurants
Some consumers are cutting back on restaurant spending, but CEOs say not all chains are affected
Howard Schultz David Ryder | Reuters Some restaurants are reporting weaker sales or declining traffic in the second quarter, signaling that diners are cutting back on eating out to save money. But CEOs are split on how consumer behavior is changing and whether it’s impacting their companies. McDonald’s Chris Kempczinski and Chipotle Mexican Grill’s Brian […]
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Higher prices, skimpier portions and apps — how fast-food chains are changing value deals
Fast-food chains are playing up the value of their burgers, pizzas and tacos as inflation squeezes budgets — but expect higher prices, skimpier portions and more deals enticing people to sign up for rewards programs as companies rethink their value strategies. Citing rising costs, Domino’s Pizza earlier this year raised the price of its Mix […]
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Beyond Meat cuts revenue outlook, says it’s trimming workforce
Vegetarian sausages from Beyond Meat Inc, the vegan burger maker, are shown for sale at a market in Encinitas, California, June 5, 2019. Mike Blake | Reuters Beyond Meat on Thursday lowered its revenue forecast for 2022 and announced it will trim its workforce by 4%, citing broader economic uncertainty. The El Segundo, California-based company […]
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Burger King parent says more customers are redeeming coupons and loyalty rewards
A Burger King Whopper hamburger is displayed on April 05, 2022 in San Anselmo, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images More customers at Burger King and its sister brands are redeeming coupons and loyalty program rewards as inflation pushes menu prices higher. Restaurant Brands International CEO Jose Cil told CNBC that the company hasn’t seen […]
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Restaurant Brands International earnings top estimates, fueled by stronger Tim Hortons, Burger King sales
A sign is posted in front of a Burger King restaurant on February 15, 2022 in Daly City, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Burger King parent company Restaurant Brands International on Thursday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped Wall Street’s expectations, fueled by same-store sales growth at all three of its chains that […]
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Yum Brands reports mixed results, stronger sales for Taco Bell
A woman walks past a Taco Bell Cantina on July 30, 2020 in New York City. Alexi Rosenfeld | Getty Images Yum Brands on Wednesday reported mixed quarterly results, but said Taco Bell had stronger sales. Shares of the company rose nearly 2% in premarket trading. Here’s what the company reported compared with what Wall […]
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Starbucks beats earnings and revenue estimates, despite lockdowns in China
An employee hands a bag to a customer at the drive-thru of a Starbucks coffee shop in Hercules, California, on Thursday, July 28, 2022. David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty Images Starbucks on Tuesday reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue, despite lockdowns in China weighing on its performance. Shares of the company rose more […]
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Molson Coors stock falls as company cites split in consumer spending on beer
A bottle of Molson Coors Brewing Co. Blue Moon brand beer Tiffany Hagler-Geard | Bloomberg | Getty Images Molson Coors Beverage is seeing a split emerge among its customers as inflation hits their wallets: Some beer drinkers are trading down, while others are still shelling out for pricier six-packs. Shares of the beverage company closed […]
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Taco Bell says its Mexican Pizza will be back in September
Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza Source: Taco Bell Mexican Pizza will be returning as a permanent menu item at Taco Bell on September 15, according to the fast-food chain. The chain, owned by Yum Brands, had pulled the item in 2020 to simplify its menu before bringing it back this May. But Taco Bell said ingredient […]
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PepsiCo takes $550 million stake in energy drink maker Celsius
Celsius Energy Drinks Courtesy: Celsius Holdings PepsiCo announced Monday a $550 million investment in energy drink maker Celsius Holdings as part of a long-term distribution deal with the smaller company. Shares of Celsius rose 8% in morning trading on the news, bringing its market value to $6.7 billion. Celsius is expecting to gain more shelf […]
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