Financials: Page 2

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    How McDonald’s won back low-income diners

    Over a year after it began rolling out various value options, the chain is seeing improved scores on affordability and notched 6.8% comparable sales growth in the fourth quarter.

    By • Feb. 12, 2026
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    ‘Personal attack’: Fat Brands cries foul over plan to oust CEO

    The Fatburger owner admitted to making a mistake in selling shares of Twin Hospitality without court approval, but argued the call for Andrew Wiederhorn’s removal should be denied.

    By • Feb. 10, 2026
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    HTeaO appoints Darden vet as CFO

    Chris Phillips, who also worked at Popeyes, will oversee finance and strategic planning as the Texas-based drive-thru chain grows past 150 units.

    By • Feb. 10, 2026
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    Fat Brands CEO Andy Wiederhorn faces ouster by lenders

    The chief executive’s on-again-off-again tenure at Fat is under threat after a sale of Twin Hospitality stock, which creditors allege was irregular.

    By • Feb. 9, 2026
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    Golden Gate Capital sells Bob Evans Restaurants

    Unit count declined over the past six years at the family dining chain, but new owner 4x4 Capital plans to maximize the brand’s long-term growth potential.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Jack in the Box goes on defense in Biglari proxy battle

    The fast food chain is urging shareholders to reject an attempt from the activist investor to unseat the board chair.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    McDonald’s appoints field, finance execs

    In addition to the naming Luis Quintiliano as U.S. field president, the Golden Arches is rotating responsibilities between two finance executives.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    Pizza Hut to close 250 stores

    About 4% of the chain’s U.S. store system will close during the first half of this year as Yum Brands continues a strategic review of the ailing QSR.

    By • Feb. 4, 2026
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    Fat Brands gets dropped from Nasdaq amid bankruptcy

    Stocks will cease trading on Feb. 4, at which time they will begin selling on an over-the-counter market, where sales are typically managed by brokers.

    By • Feb. 2, 2026
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    A large Subway operator declares bankruptcy

    MTF Enterprises, which operates 43 units, alleges that Merchant Cash Advance lenders improperly interfered with its revenue, leading it to file for Chapter 11. 

    By • Feb. 2, 2026
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    3 reasons Fat Brands filed for Chapter 11

    Beyond its complicated debt situation, economic challenges and ongoing litigation worsened Fat’s financial stability.

    By • Jan. 28, 2026
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    Fat Brands files for Chapter 11

    This move comes months after creditors pushed for it to pay $1.3 billion in debt, and marks the first major restaurant franchisor bankruptcy of 2026.  

    By • Updated Jan. 27, 2026
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    Panera pilots points-based rewards program

    The fast casual chain will test its latest iteration of MyPanera at 216 cafes across various markets, with a plan for a nationwide rollout later this year.

    By • Jan. 23, 2026
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    Mr. Gatti’s sold to franchisee

    OneRyan Global, an investment firm that operates two Mr. Gatti’s units, will lead the company into its next phase of growth, including new units in Walmart and c-stores.

    By • Jan. 22, 2026
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    Peet’s Coffee is closing several stores this month

    This reduction comes amid a plan for parent company JDE Peet’s to merge with Keurig DrPepper, and is part of a business alignment focused on long-term growth and current market conditions.

    By • Jan. 21, 2026
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    Large Popeyes franchisee files for Chapter 11

    Sailormen, which operates 136 units across Florida and Georgia, faced growing losses and sales declines within the past 12 months amid high inflation and increased borrowing rates.

    By • Jan. 16, 2026
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    Inside Fat Brands’ ‘complicated’ debt situation

    The Twin Peaks owner continues to negotiate with lenders, but with five loans and various creditors, CEO Andy Wiederhorn said it has been difficult to refinance and restructure.

    By • Jan. 14, 2026
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    Restaurant winners and losers in 2025

    Chili’s, coffee brands and Taco Bell did well, while fast casual chains struggled and Sweetgreen saw its worst year as a public firm.

    By • Jan. 12, 2026
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    Presto raises $10M in funding

    The drive-thru voice AI company, which spun off its tabletop business in 2024, will put the cash toward expansion, deployments and further innovation.

    By • Jan. 8, 2026
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    Deep Dive

    6 restaurant trends to watch in 2026

    Restaurants may face cost savings challenges and sales declines amid  continued supply chain disruptions, but can leverage consumer demand for cheaper menu items and experiential meals to stand out.

    By , , • Jan. 8, 2026
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    Salad and Go ceases operations in Texas, Oklahoma

    The drive-thru salad chain will close 32 restaurants just months after 41 units closed and will focus on its home state of Arizona, as well as Nevada.

    By • Jan. 8, 2026
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    Denny’s shareholders sue over pending buyout

    Investors claim the casual dining chain’s proxy statement regarding its $620 million sale was “false and misleading” and did not contain pertinent information. Denny’s denied these claims.

    By • Jan. 7, 2026
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    DC’s Compass Coffee files for Chapter 11

    The chain faced shortfalls in foot traffic due to significant changes to the workforce and consumption patterns in the Washington, D.C., metro area.

    By • Jan. 7, 2026
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    Sprinkles Cupcakes shutters all company-owned bakeries

    Company founder Candace Nelson, who sold the chain in 2012 to private equity, shared in an Instagram video that these locations closed on Dec. 31.

    By • Updated Jan. 1, 2026
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    Why Krispy Kreme’s Japan sale deal is key to its turnaround plan

    The $65 million transaction is the latest in a series of asset sales by the doughnut brand meant to shave down over $900 million in long-term debt.

    By • Dec. 22, 2025