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Business
fromwww.mercurynews.com
17 hours ago

Wendy's plans to close hundreds of US stores amid financial struggles

Wendy's will close a mid-single-digit percentage of U.S. restaurants beginning in Q4 to remove underperforming locations and boost traffic and profitability.
Business
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Denny's, an 'iconic piece of the American dream,' is going private

Denny's to be taken private in a $620 million buyout; shareholders receive $6.25 per share, a 52% premium, with unanimous board approval.
Business
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

These Are the Top Franchise Suppliers of 2025 | Entrepreneur

Suppliers play a critical role in franchise success, and a surveyed ranking identifies top vendor service providers across categories for franchisors and franchisees.
Business
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Dunkin' franchisee closes down production plant, lays off 74 employees

NGP Management is permanently closing its Haverhill production facility, eliminating 74 jobs, while another Dunkin' plant will open later this year.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Taco Bell is having second thoughts about relying on AI at the drive-through | TechCrunch

Taco Bell is selectively deploying voice AI at drive-throughs, allowing franchise-level discretion and human intervention during busy times.
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

A Crumbl Exec Gave Us The Scoop On How The Trendy Cookie Chain Develops Its Iconic Weekly Menu - Tasting Table

"Crumbl’s unique menu is driven by a rigorous testing program involving franchise partner stores, allowing for real-time feedback from both employees and customers before a cookie is launched."
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