November 20, 2009
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Minnesota Wendy's Goes All Digital
[2009-09-28] Restaurant completes digital transition with digital menuboards, POS systems,and more.
Menuboard Developer Donates to Wendy's Auction
[2009-08-10] WANDisplay Digital Menu Board auctioned away at Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption charity golf outing.
Wendy's International Selects Creative Agency
[2009-07-29] Kaplan Thaler Group to head advertising, media planning, digital marketing, and restaurant activation.
National Chains Switching to Cage-free Eggs
[2009-06-25] Humane treatment of egg-laying hens at the heart of the issue.
Wendy's Minnesota Franchises Update Drive-Thru
[2009-06-23] Climate-controlled drive-thru menuboard able to withstand Minnesota weather.
Wendy's/Arby's to Seed Middle East and North Africa with Cobrands
[2009-06-16] Cobranded Wendy's/Arby's unit will be the key to the group's international expansion, says CEO and president Roland Smith.
[2009-06-09] The hamburger chain is rolling out its Sweet & Spicy Boneless Wings with national advertising to follow.
Wendy's/Arby's Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
[2009-05-06] The cash dividend of $0.015 per share will be payable on June 15, 2009, to Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. stockholders.
Wendy's Named Most Adoption-Friendly Workplace in Foodservice
[2009-05-01] Others on the list include Barilla America and The Hershey Company.
Quick-Serve Growth Proves Recession Resistant
[2009-03-30] A new Technomic report finds the limited-service industry is bucking the trend.
Wendy's Gets in the (Video) Game
[2009-03-18] In the first-ever quick-serve partnership for Ubisoft, Wendy's will offer Petz-themed Kids Meals.
Watchdog Group Demands Industry Value [the] Meal
[2009-03-12] Corporate Accountability International demands top fast food chains stop interfering with public health policy.
[2008-12-15] The award ceremony will air on ESPN2, Sunday, Dec. 14.
Wendy's/Arby's Group Picks Exec Team
[2008-11-20] Roland Smith stacks c-suite with seasoned veterans.
[2008-11-12] A look at the most-recent financial reports from the top quick-serve brands.
How the Wendy's 99 Cent Menu Will Save Smith
[2008-11-07] Roland Smith hopes to grow sales, operating profits, and cash flow for both Wendy's and Arby's.
Wendy's Begins Halloween Coupon Program
[2008-10-20] In 2007, the coupon program raised about $1.6 million for foster care adoption throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Arby's and Wendy's Becomes Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc.
[2008-09-30] Under the agreement, Arby's shareholders will receive 4.25 shares of Triarc stock.
Wendy's, Triarc Merger Approved
[2008-09-15] Stockholders/shareholders from both companies voted in favor of the $2 billion merger.
Wendy's Counters McDonald's Struggling $1 Menu
[2008-09-02] As the Meatatarians take on the Dollar Menunaires, the nation waits to see which quick-serve's double cheeseburger will survive.
Sandwiches Added to Wendy's National Value Menu
[2008-08-29] Wendy's to offer Double Stack cheeseburger, Junior Bacon Cheeseburger, and Crispy Chicken Sandwich for 99 cents each.
Wendy's Replaces Yogurt with Squeezerz
[2008-08-27] Nestle Nesquik will also be available at all U.S. locations.
Florida Wendy's Give Burgers for a Year
[2008-08-26] In celebration of Labor Day, Central Florida Wendy's locations will give free Double Stacks for a year to the first 50 dine-in customers.
Wendy's 'Always Fresh' Claims Are Safe
[2008-08-18] The National Advertising Division found that the company can support its "Always fresh, never frozen" advertising claim despite Burger King's challenge.
NAD Reviews Wendy's' Advertising Claims
[2008-08-14] NAD determines advertiser can support 'Fresh, Never Frozen' advertising claims.
Triarc Reports Second Quarter and Six Month 2008 Results
[2008-08-06] Sales increased 4.6 percent to $291.3 million for Company-owned restaurants and franchise revenues increased 4.4 percent to $42.9 million.
America's Worst Restaurants For Kids Revealed
[2008-08-04] Eat This, Not That! authors grade 43 national chains; 6 receive an "F."
Chip Makers Settle Calif. Suit
[2008-08-04] Four potato chip makers promised to slash levels of cancer-causing acrylamide in products over three-year period.
Father's Day Frosty Weekend Raises $1.7 Million
[2008-07-02] Wendy's announced more than $1.7 million was raised for the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.
Wendy's Father's Day Frosty Promotion Helps Children in Foster Care
[2008-05-27] The second annual Father's Day Frosty Weekend supports the cause of foster care adoption.
Wendy's Will Introduce New Frosty Shakes
[2008-05-21] Unlike the traditional product, the new Frosty Shakes are topped with whipped cream and a cherry and are served with a straw.
Wendy's Picked as No. 1 Adoption Friendly Business
[2008-05-01] Wendy's offers employees up to $23,300 in financial reimbursement and six weeks of paid leave per adoption.
PETA Challenges Triarc to Change Wendy's Practices
[2008-04-29] PETA president Ingrid E. Newkirk has written a letter to Triarc executives urging the company to move Wendy's away from using eggs from caged birds.
[2008-04-25] After two failed attempts, Triarc will purchase Wendy's for $2.34 billion.
Wendy's Names Chief of North America Operations
[2008-04-04] Steve Farrar will be responsible for improving restaurant operations at company and franchise restaurants beginning April 14.
Wendy's Introduces Chicken Wraps
[2008-04-03] Three new chicken wraps debut on the Wendy's menu this week. Each will sell for $1.49.
Wendy's Brings Back SW Caesar Salad
[2008-04-02] The Southwest Chicken Caesar Salad will be brought back as a limited-time offering during April and May.
[2008-03-31] Two new franchisees will build and operate more than 60 restaurants over the next seven years.
Wendy's Debuts Spicy Baconator
[2008-03-10] The bold sandwich features six strips of bacon on two hamburgers with two slices of Pepper Jack cheese, chipotle ranch sauce, and jalapenos.
[2008-02-15] Paul Kershisnik joined Wendy's in March 2007 as senior vice president of marketing strategy and innovation.
Wendy's Quarter Same-Store Sales Fall
[2008-01-04] Average same-store sales at U.S. company restaurants decreased 0.8 percent for the quarter, compared to a 3.1 percent increase during the same quarter a year ago.
Wendy's Launches National Search for New CMO
[2007-12-10] In the meantime, the chain's marketing strategy, the "That's Right" campaign, will continue, but at an accelerated pace.
Wendy's Announces Contest Winner
[2007-11-15] Wendy's asked burger lovers to enter Build Wendy's New Burger contest for an opportunity to create a new addition to its menu in 2008. A Philly Style Hoagie Burger won.
Wendy's Gives Away 100 Million Songs
[2007-11-13] In partnership with digital music provider, Rhapsody, Wendy's will offer combo-meal customers a code that can be redeemed for free music on the site.
Wendy's Rolls Out Phase 2 of its Strategic Growth Plan
[2007-10-26] Kerrii B. Anderson, CEO and President of Wendy's International, Inc. announced today that the company is launching the next phase of its strategic growth plan
[2007-10-05] Wendy's says key measure of sales growth slowed in 3rd quarter.
Wendy's Franchise Owner Wants to Make a Bid for Hamburger Chain
[2007-09-26] The owner of 134 Wendy's restaurants wants to make a bid for the nation's No. 3 hamburger chain with two private-equity firms.
Peltz, Triarc Put Pressure on Wendy's
[2007-07-31] Triarc Chairman and billionaire Nelson Peltz elaborates on his bid in a letter to Wendy's Chairman of the Board, Jim Picket
Wendy's Strengthens Animal Welfare Guidelines
[2007-07-12] Wendy's will give preference to pork and chicken suppliers who implement the chain's guidelines.
Arby's Owner Claims Wendy's Buyout Block
[2007-07-05] Billionaire investor Nelson Peltz said that the company is blocking him.
Peltz Says Triarc a Natural Buyer for Wendy's
[2007-07-03] Activist investor Nelson Peltz told Wendy's International Inc. his firm is a "natural strategic buyer" for the burger chain.
Wendy's Explores Possible Sale
[2007-06-18] The company is also revising its 2007 outlook due to lower than planned same-store sales and unexpected commodity costs.
New Wendy's Ad Campaign Debuts on 'Idol'
[2007-05-24] Wendy's is trying to connect with customers in its advertising as it did when founder Dave Thomas appeared in the hamburger chain's commercials.
Zagat Reveals Results of Fast-Food Survey
[2007-05-11] Wendy's and Panera Bread Co. are voted most popular.
Remote Ordering Gives Wendy's Franchisee a Boost
[2007-05-02] A Wendy's franchisee in Kentucky is increasing its business an average of 6 percent by moving to remote ordering in the drive-thru.
Wendy's Announces Possible Sale
[2007-04-26] After announcing the formation of a special committee of directors, the company's shares hit a 52-week high.
NRAEF and Wendy's Honor Top Students
[2007-04-18] Four college students are awarded $2,000 scholarships at the Women's Foodservice Forum Annual Leadership and Development Conference.
Wendy's Announces 1Q Sales Increases
[2007-04-05] Company produces ten consecutive months of positive same-store sales.
Wendy's Adds to Frescata Menu Line
[2007-03-28] For a limited time Wendy's reinvents a classic picnic favorite.
Wendy's Gives $17K to Hockey Program
[2007-03-27] Minnesota Youth Hockey will receive the donation check at tonight's Wild game.
Wendy's Heats up with New Sandwich
[2007-03-08] Chain expands use of signature, fresh-baked artisan bread.
[2007-02-13] Wendy's ads go high tech to try to grab teens' attention
Michigan to Join Debate on Trans Fats
[2007-02-06] Michigan Rep. Lee Gonzales announces a plan to phase out trans fats by July 2008.
Wendy's International, Inc. Announces Fourth-Quarter Same-Store Sales
[2007-01-05] December yields Wendy's seventh-consecutive positive same-store sales period and strongest monthly performance since May 2004.
Wendy's Removes Anderson's Interim Tag
[2006-11-10] Kerrii Anderson, who had been Wendy's interim CEO and president, has been appointed to those posts on a permanent basis.
Wendy's Franchisee Implements Patented Order System
[2006-11-07] 256 Operating Associates, a Wendy's franchisee in Nashua, New Hampshire, has become the first Wendy's operator to implement a recently patented order processing system known as Order Perfect.
Wendy's Partners with the American Dietetic Association
[2006-10-19] The two groups have created Mom RD, a program that will connect parents with food and nutrition experts. Wendy's is also rolling out nutrition poster in its stores.
[2006-10-12] Wendy's International today announced a definitive agreement to sell the Baja Fresh Mexican Grill restaurant chain to a west coast restaurant operating company for about $31 million.
Wendy's International, Inc. Announces Strong 3Q Same-Store Sales
[2006-10-05] Wendy's says it has produced highes comps since second quarter 2004 and that a turnaround is 'well under way.'
Wendy's Spinoff of Tim Hortons Remains on Track
[2006-09-20] Wendy's International, Inc. confirms distribution ratio for special dividend of Tim Hortons Inc. shares
Wendy's Creates Marketing Group
[2006-07-27] Wendy's International, Inc. is creating a new area of marketing to lead innovation efforts for the Wendy's(R) brand -- Strategic Insights & Innovation
Wendy's To Spin Off Remaining Tim Hortons Shares
[2006-06-28] The company will sell to Wendy's shareholder 160 mllion shares of Tim Horton's.
Wendy's Change Good for Franchisees?
[2006-06-14] The creation of a new Restaurant Services Department frees up time for Dave Near, who became COO in April, to spend in the field building relationships with Wendy's franchisees.
Wendy's to Switch to Trans-Fat Free Oil
[2006-06-08] By August, Wendy's U.S. and Canadian stores will use non-hydrogenated oil to cook its French fries and breaded chicken items.
Wendy's Post First Sales Gain in 14 Months
[2006-05-25] Wendy's U.S same-store sales increased 0.4 percent in April, with company restaurants up 0.2 percent and franchise restaurants up 0.5 percent.
Wendy's names Dave Near as Chief Operations Officer
[2006-04-24] Wendy's International, Inc. today announced that it has named Dave Near as chief operations officer of the Wendy's brand, a new position.
Wendy's Adds Kids' Meal Choices
[2006-04-20] Wendy's International Inc. is making changes to its kids menu with the addition of two deli sandwiches and a yogurt-and-granola dish, Business First reports.
Kerrii Anderson Named Wendy's Interim CEO and President
[2006-04-18] Wendy's International, Inc. today announced that the board of directors has elected Kerrii B. Anderson as interim chief executive officer and president of the company and also elected long-time board member James V. Pickett as its chairman, effective today.
Wendy's Introduces New Sandwich Line Nationwide
[2006-04-06] Wendy's menu is expanding in a new direction with the nationwide introduction of Frescata sandwiches -- a line of four fresh, premium deli sandwiches.
Tim Hortons Stock Jumps on First Trading Day
[2006-03-24] Shares of Canadian coffee and doughnut chain Tim Hortons Inc. soared Friday in their trading debut on the New York Stock Exchange, the Associated Press reports.
Wendy's Explores 'Strategic Alternatives' for Baja Fresh
[2006-03-03] Wendy's may sell its underperforming Baja Fresh chain, according to a press release issued by the company today.
Three New Salads Added to Wendy's 'Garden Sensations' Line
[2006-03-01] All Wendy's U.S. restaurants are rolling out three new Garden Sensations(TM) salads this month: Spinach Chicken, Chicken Caesar and Southwest Taco.
[2006-02-28] The Wendy's International-owned Canadian coffee and donuts chain Tim Hortons could raise $580 million in its initial public offering.
Wendy's to Focus on Younger Consumers
[2006-02-06] Wendy's International Inc. today announced it will focus more attention on younger consumers in an effort to increase sales after experiencing declines in sales at restaurants open at least a year for the first time in 18 years, the Associated Press reports.
Wendy's Says Investors Gave 'Ultimatum'
[2005-12-30] Wendy's International Inc., ending a traumatic year on the offensive, Friday accused a major shareholder of delivering "an ultimatum" to get its chief executive's attention, the Associated Press reports.
[2005-09-20] Wendy's International Inc. President Tom Mueller suddenly resigned from the troubled fast-food chain Monday in what analysts believe signals sluggish sales and waning support within the Wendy's franchise community, MarketWatch.com reported today.
California Files Suit on French Fry Health Risks
[2005-08-29] The state of California has filed a lawsuit against top French fry and potato chip manufacturers to force them to warn consumers about a potentially cancer-causing substance found in the snacks.
Wendy's Continues Partnership With Heisman Memorial Trust
[2005-08-18] Today, Wendy's begins its search to find the next class of Heisman recipients who demonstrate exceptional talents both in and out of the classroom.
Wendy's Announces ASR Transaction
[2005-08-16] Wendy's International, Inc. today announced the buyback of 2 million shares of its common stock for approximately $98 million in an accelerated share repurchase (ASR) transaction.
Wendy's Announces Plans to Sell Part of Tim Hortons Chain
[2005-07-29] Wendy's International announced its plans to offer to the public a stake in its Tim Hortons chain and close, or to sell approximately 450 Wendy's units.
Wendy's Adds Yogurt to Its Menu
[2005-07-22] In the wake of the introduction of its fresh fruit bowl, Wendy's is adding a low-fat, strawberry-flavored, 6.85-ounce yogurt cup with granola to its menu.
Nationwide Free Frosty Giveaway at Wendy's
[2005-05-10] Wendy's estimates it will serve 14 million free Junior Frostys during its three-day customer appreciation event.
Wendy's Chili Customer Arrested
[2005-04-22] A woman who found a finger in her chili while dining at a Northern California Wendy's is now under custody.
Baja Fresh Mexican Grill Names New CEO
[2005-04-11] Former Café Express CEO and 15-year Wendy's veteran, Brion Grube has taken over the helm at Baja Fresh.
Wendy's Helps Consumers Eat Healthier
[2005-03-03] The chain now offers dietary guidelines and new educational tools online and in stores.
Wendy's Int'l. Reports $135.7M Loss in 4Q
[2005-02-16] Struggling Baja Fresh attributes to burger chains financial stumble.
Same-Store Sales Fall at Wendy's in December
[2005-01-04] CEO Schuessler promises to focus on store operations and introduce several new products and initiatives to promote growth.
Wendy's Will Offer New Combo Meal Choices
[2004-12-07] In a program being launched throughout the U.S. and Canada, consumers can order a small chili, baked potato, or one of two side salads -- instead of french fries -- in their combo meals at no extra charge.
Wendy's Losing Ground to Big Three Competitors
[2004-10-20] Decreases in same store sales lead to stock downgrade.
Wendy's Takes Kids Meal Options National
[2004-07-21] After a nine-month test, Wendy's announced it will offer customers the option of substituting milk and a fruit cup for soft drinks and French fries in their Kids' Meals.
Wendy's Testing Combo Substitutions
[2004-04-07] Wendy's is testing the option for consumers to substitute chili, baked potato, or salad at no charge in combo meals.
Wendy's Rolls Out Spinach Salad LTO
[2004-03-09] This week Wendy's began offering the Spinach Chicken Salad as a limited-time addition to its salad line. It will be available through the summer months.
Tim Hortons to Acquire Bess Eaton
[2004-03-01] Tim Hortons (New England), Inc., a subsidiary of Wendy's International, has reached a conditional agreement to acquire Bess Eaton coffee and donut restaurants.
Wendy's Taking Plastic at 3,000 Locations
[2003-12-04] More than 3,000 Wendy's restaurants now accept credit cards, with more stores being added each week.
[2003-10-23] Highlights include record revenues and improved same-store sales at Wendy's and Tim Horton's.
Wendy's Tests New Kids' Meal Options
[2003-09-22] As part of Wendy's "Let Kids Be Choosy" market test, over 400 East Coast Wendy's units will offer kids' meals with milk in plastic containers and fresh fruit cups in lieu of French fries.
Wendy's Steps Up Nutrition Info
[2003-09-09] Wendy's has announced a comprehensive effort to make consumers aware that nutrition and ingredient information is readily available.
Wendy's Same Store Sales Going Positive
[2003-09-03] After months of negative same store sales, Wendy's stores report positive numbers.
Wendy's Tests Low-Fat Menu Suggestions
[2003-08-22] New "four under ten" meals highlight healthier eating without altering menu.
Wendy's Comments on Canadian Beef Scare
[2003-05-22] Chain says report of BSE in Canada is not significant enough to warrant changes in its business approach.
Wendy's Announces Prelim Comps
[2003-02-03] Wendy's has announced preliminary same-store sales for January 2003.
[2003-01-31] Today Wendy's International, Inc., reported results for 2002, highlighted by record systemwide sales of $9.4 billion, up 12.7 percent from the previous year.
Same-store Sales at Wendy's increased by 4.7 percent in 2002
[2003-01-09] Company continues to repurchase common shares.
Wendy's Reports Positive November Sales
[2002-12-09] Company tightens 2002 EPS growth to 14% to 15%.
Wendy's Reports October Same Store Sales; Revises Guidance
[2002-11-07] Purchase of 25% of Pasta Pomodora complete.
Wendy's International, Inc. Reports 3rd Quarter Results, Announces Investment in Italian Chain
[2002-10-24] Company reiterates 2002 EPS growth goal and announces 25% investment intention in Pasta Pomodora®.
Wendy's Strong Sales Performance Continues in September
[2002-10-02] Both Wendy's and Tim Hortons brands post same-store sales increases; 2002 EPS increase reiterated; Shares repurchased.
Wendy's and Tim Hortons Strong Sales Performance Continued in July
[2002-08-08] Company to Repurchase up to $25 Million in Common Shares
Wendy's International Reports Strong Second Quarter Results
[2002-07-25] As a result of 13.4 percent in systemwide sales to $2.4 billion and revenue growth of 12.2 percent Wendy's has raised its 2002 EPS growth goal to a range of 15 percent to 18 percent
Wendy's Brands Report Strong Sales Growth in June and 2nd Quarter
[2002-07-03] Outlook higher than the company's previous EPS goal of $1.85 to $1.90.
Wendy's International Finds Ample Interest For 12-Yr Burger Bonds
[2002-06-11] Analysts say cash-rich investors looking for secure ventures like the stability of scandal-free companies like Wendy's
Wendy's International, Inc. to Acquire Baja Fresh Mexican Grill
[2002-05-31] Wendy's will pay $275 million to acquire the fast-casual Mexican chain in a deal that is expected to go through in early June.
Wendy's and the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Team Up With the Hallmark Channel
[2002-05-07] Wendy's will serve as the presenting sponsor of the Hallmark Channel's original series 'Adoption'
Wendy's International, Inc. Reports First Quarter Results
[2002-05-01] Systemwide sales increased 11.7% to a record $2.1 billion. At the same time, the chain's net income increased 12.3% to 43.4 million and EPS grew 18.2% to 39 cents
Tastier food seen lifting Wendy's quarterly profit
[2002-04-26] Wendy's stock rose to an all-time high on April 25th to $38.32 per share, a 29 percent increase
Wendy's Raises Q1 Earnings Expectations
[2002-04-09] Riding on the coattails of its new Garden Sensations salad line, Wendy's announces earning expectations and same-store sales are up.
Wendy's Calls February Sales Results "Outstanding"
[2002-02-28] Wendy's International, Inc., announced positive preliminary sales results for the month of February
Wendy's Invests in Fast-Casual Concept Cafe Express
[2002-02-11] On the same day it announced same-store sales increases of 6.7 percent for January, Wendy's International announced plans to make a $9 million to $10 million investment in the Cafe Express chain.
Wendy's Founder Dave Thomas Dead at Age 69
[2002-01-08] Wendy's announced this morning that founder Dave Thomas died around midnight January 7, 2002, at his home in Florida.
Wendy's International Announces Preliminary Sales For November
[2001-12-06] Wendy's International, Inc., announced same-store sales grew 1.6 percent at Wendy's U.S. company restaurants, on top of a 3.4 percent increase in the same period a year ago.
Wendy's Management Announces 3Q Results, Says "Optimistic" for 2002
[2001-11-01] Saying management is optimistic about plans for 2002, Wendy's announced that net income grew 8 percent and systemwide sales increased 7 percent for the third quarter of the year.
Wendy's Opens 6000th Restaurant
[2001-10-16] Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE:WEN) reached an important milestone with the opening of its 6,000th Wendy's® restaurant, located in Tijuana, Mexico.
Wendy's Announces 3Q Sales, Earnings Guidance
[2001-10-08] Wendy's International, Inc. announced today preliminary sales results for the third quarter, which ended on September 30, 2001. Additionally, management updated its outlook for earnings expectat
Wendy's Postpones Analyst & Investor Meeting
[2001-09-13] Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE: WEN) is postponing its Analyst and Investor Meeting scheduled for September 24-25 due to the crisis affecting the nation.
Wendy's Announces Initiatives, August Sales
[2001-09-06] Wendy's International, Inc. announces several initiatives as part of the company's strategic plan completed earlier this year.
[2001-07-31] Wendy's International, Inc. announces financial results for the second quarter of 2001.
Wendy's Expects 11% Growth in 2Q
[2001-07-10] Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE: WEN ) announced today preliminary results for the second quarter of 2001.
Wendy's Reports May Sales Performance
[2001-06-07] Wendy's International, Inc. announces its preliminary sales results for May (Period 5), which ended on June 3, 2001.
Wendy's Second Annual Songwriter's Search
[2001-06-01] Wendy's second Sizzlin' Sounds of Late Night—a national songwriting contest being conducted this summer—will encourage amateur songwriters to compose a fun, original song about their hamburger cravings.
[2001-05-02] Wendy's International, Inc. announces its financial results for the first quarter of 2001, which ended on April 1.
Wendy's Shareholder's Broadcast
[2001-05-01] In conjunction with Wendy's International, Inc. Annual Shareholder's Meeting, the public is invited to listen to a live broadcast over the Internet on Wednesday, May 2, 2001 at 10:00 AM EST.
Thomas, National Kidney Foundation Launch Campaign
[2001-04-19] Dave Thomas, Wendy's founder and advertising spokesperson, announced plans to support the National Kidney Foundation through an ongoing awareness program.
Wendy's Reports Improving U.S. Sales Performance
[2001-04-02] Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE: WEN) announces its preliminary sales results for March (Period 3), which ended on April 1, 2001.
Wendy's Looks Forward to Growth
[2001-03-19] Wendy's International, Inc. expects earnings per share growth of ten percent in the first quarter of 2001. The company's first quarter ends on April 1 and management plans to report its financial results on May 2.
Wendy's, Hortons Report February Sales
[2001-03-09] Wendy's International, Inc. announces its preliminary sales results for February (Period 2), which ended on March 4, 2001.
Wendy's and IAWS Group Announce Alliance
[2001-03-06] Wendy's International, Inc. announces a joint venture between its Tim Hortons® subsidiary and Irish based IAWS GROUP, plc.
Wendy's Announces Key Financial Goals for 2001
[2001-02-12] Wendy's announced today during a meeting with analysts, investors and the media its major financial goals for the year 2001.
Wendy's Reports Results for 2000
[2001-02-09] Wendy's announced today its financial results for year 2000 and the fourth quarter. The company's fiscal year and quarter ended on December 31, 2000.
Wendy's: Grube to Head International Division
[2001-01-05] Wendy's International, Inc. has appointed Brion Grube as senior vice president of its International division.
Wendy's and Tim Hortons Report 4Q Sales
[2001-01-01] Wendy's International, Inc. announced today its preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter and December, which ended on December 31, 2000.
Wendy's To Ban Smoking at Restaurants
[2000-12-22] Wendy's International Inc. reached an agreement Thursday with a shareholder group to ban smoking at all company-owned restaurants in the United States by March 31.
Wendy's Hosts 2000 Analyst and Investor Meeting
[2000-11-16] Wendy's International, Inc. today is holding a meeting for investors, analysts and the media. The company reaffirmed its 12-15% long-term earnings goal.
Wendy's Reports Strong Third Quarter Performance
[2000-11-03] Wendy's International, Inc. announced today its results for the third quarter, which ended on October 1, 2000.
Wendy's Conducts 3Q Conference Call on Web
[2000-11-01] In conjunction with Wendy's International, Inc.'s third quarter earnings release, the public is invited to listen to its conference call that will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, November 2 at 4:00 p.m.
[2000-10-23] Dave Thomas, senior chairman and television spokesperson for Wendy's, announced he will cross Screen Actors' Guild picket lines in order to produce new commercials for his restaurant chain.
Wendy's Reports September Sales Results
[2000-10-06] Wendy's International, Inc. announced today preliminary sales results for September (Period 9), which ended on October 1.
Wendy's Announces Leadership Developments
[2000-09-20] Wendy's today announced it has promoted three company veterans to executive vice president positions and named them to its corporate strategic planning team.
Wendy's Reports Strong Business Trends
[2000-09-06] Wendy's International, Inc. announces strong trends in its core businesses and preliminary sales results for Period 8, which ended on September 3.
Wendy's Names Chief Financial Officer
[2000-08-24] Wendy's International, Inc. named Kerrii B. Anderson as executive vice president and chief financial officer for the company on August 9.
Wendy's and Tim Hortons Report April Sales
[2000-08-03] Wendy's announced May 16 that its core businesses continued to produce excellent sales results during the April period, which ended on May 7, 2000.
Wendy's, Tim Hortons Report Strong Sales Momentum
[2000-08-03] Wendy's International, Inc. announced July 10 continued strong sales growth in its core businesses.
Wendy's Chairman Gordon Teter Dies
[2000-08-03] Gordon Teter, chairman, president and chief executive of Wendy's International Inc., died December 18, 1999.
Wendy's and Tim Hortons Report Strong Second Quarter Performance
[2000-08-03] Wendy's International, Inc. announced today its results for the second quarter and first half of the year, which ended on July 2, 2000.
Wendy's Announces Marketing Changes
[2000-07-19] Wendy's International, Inc. announced July 18 that it is integrating its advertising group with its research, analysis and new product marketing departments.
Wendy's Expanding Bakery Operations
[2000-07-17] Wendy's International, Inc. announced July 17 that it will expand its sandwich bun manufacturing and distribution operations.
Wendy's and Tim Hortons Report Strong Sales Momentum
[2000-07-11] Wendy's International, Inc. announced July 10 continued strong sales growth in its core businesses.
[2000-07-10] Wendy's International, Inc. announced plans to open 100 Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers® restaurants in Mexico over the next decade.
Wendy's Hunts for Hamburger Tunes Across America
[2000-07-07] Attention basement bands, garage groups and corner crooners: Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers Restaurants is on the hunt for fresh, hot hamburger songs.
[2000-06-27] Established European quick-serve chain Quick is under scrutiny this week after its parent company, GTB, announced it will reduce or eliminate the restaurants from its portfolio.
Wendy's Establishes Employees Relief Fund
[2000-06-02] The Wendy's New York City Cooperative, franchisees, and employees are establishing the Wendy's Employees Relief Fund in conjunction with the New York City Mayor's office.
[2000-06-01] On May 25 the Wendy's restaurant in Flushing, Queens was struck with a senseless tragedy as two armed gunmen shot seven employees.
Wendy's and Tim Hortons Report April Sales
[2000-05-18] Wendy's International, Inc. announced May 16 that its core businesses continued to produce excellent sales results during the April period, which ended on May 7, 2000.
Wendy's Reports First Quarter Results
[2000-05-04] Wendy's International, Inc. (NYSE: WEN) announced May 3 strong sales and earnings performance for the first quarter.
Wendy's Reports Strong March Growth
[2000-04-12] Wendy's International, Inc. announced April 11 strong sales growth at Wendy's U.S. and at Tim Hortonsin Canada.
Wendy's Reports Strong Sales in 1999
[2000-03-22] Wendy's International, Inc.'s fourth quarter earnings per share grew 18% to $0.33.
Wendy's Announces Strong Growth
[2000-03-09] Wendy's International, Inc. announce improved sales at Wendy's U.S. and continued robust sales at Tim Hortons in Canada.
Wendy's:Strong December, Fourth Quarter
[2000-02-01] Wendy's International, Inc. announced January 13, 2000 that same-store sales at Wendy's U.S. company restaurants increased nearly 7% in December and about 6.5% in the fourth quarter, ended January 2, 2000.
Wendy's Advances Technology at Headquarters
[2000-01-24] World Wireless Communications, Inc announces that Wendy's has successfully tested the X-traWeb (TM) system at their corporate headquarters in Dublin, Ohio.
Wendy's Announces Strong Growth
[2000-01-01] Wendy's International, Inc. announced March 9 improved sales at Wendy's U.S. and continued robust sales at Tim Hortons in Canada.
Wendy's Appoints Schuessler CEO
[2000-01-01] Wendy's International, Inc. announced March 17 that the board of directors has named John T. Schuessler as chief executive officer and president of the company, effective immediately.
Wendy's Reports High Quality 3Q Results
[2000-01-01] Wendy's International, Inc. today announced results for the third quarter ended October 3, 1999.
Wendy?s Chairman Gordon Teter Dies
[1999-12-20] Gordon Teter, chairman, president and chief executive of Wendy's International Inc., died December 18.
[1999-12-01] Jeffrey V. Kent was recently promoted to vice president, applications development in the information technology department at Wendy's International, Inc.
