QSR Mid-Week Jolt

From the pages of QSR
Behind the Brand
Here, in no particular order, is a look at some of the biggest movers and shakers in the franchisee world and where they’re headed. Read full story >

QSR Web Exclusive
High Fructose Corn Syrup: The Next Trans Fats?
Some public health advocates are trying to position high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) as the next trans fats. Read full story >

Baja Fresh Hires New VP
Former CKE exec Craig Hopkins has been hired as Baja Fresh's new VP of Franchise Development and Real Estate. Read full story >

Ruby Tuesday Expands Franchisee Agreements
Ruby Tuesday expands agreements to allow franchisees to develop more restaurants. Read full story >

Grocers to Sell Dunkin' Donuts Coffee
Starting this month, packaged Dunkin' Donuts coffee will be sold by Wal-Mart, Kroger and CVS in a bid to get customers to brew the brand at home. Read full story >

Steak n Shake Company Reports Q3 Results
The Steak n Shake Company announced its revenues and earnings for the third quarter 2007 ended July 4, 2007. Read full story >

McDonald's July Same-Store Sales Rise
McDonald's Corp. on Wednesday said same-store sales rose 6.5 percent in July, helped by breakfast menu offerings in the United States. Read full story >