May 19, 2013

Industry News

Domino’s Pizza Announces 2004 Earnings and Increased Annual Dividend
Global retail sales up due to increases in global store growth and strong international same store sales results.
Carl’s Jr. Adds Another Six Dollar Burger and Introduces New Side
The new Spicy BBQ Six Dollar Burger and its accompany Texas Toothpicks side will retail for $4.59 and $1.89, respectively.
Joni Mitchell and Starbucks Hear Music Produce and Release Two New CDs
Featured songs will include those that inspired Mitchell, as well as Mitchell’s own songs chosen by fellow musicians who have been influenced by her work.
Subway #1 Franchise as Ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine
Four quick-serves make top 10 franchisees in Entrepreneur’s 26th Annual Franchise 500®
Brenneman Named Chairman of Burger King Corporation
In his newly appointed position, Greg Brenneman plans to execute his strategic business vision worldwide.
Wendy’s Int’l. Reports $135.7M Loss in 4Q
Struggling Baja Fresh attributes to burger chains financial stumble.
Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits Cites Key Initiatives in 2005
New executive leadership, menu enhancements, and restaurant development and re-imaging will drive growth this year.
McDonald’s and MTV Launch Global Music Partnership
McDonald's hopes to strengthen its connection with young adults through a new program called MTV Advance Warning.
Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter 2004 Results
Total revenues for the chain increased 32 percent over the prior year to $48.5 million while company-owned restaurant sales grew 33 percent over the prior year to $43.1 million.
Krispy Kreme Announces Workforce Reduction
The doughnut chain plans to reduce its employee count and carry out other restructuring actions.
Coca-Cola Announces Plans to Launch Diet Coke Sweetened with Splenda®
The beverage giant plans to offer the new beverage in addition to Diet Coke.
Panera Moves Into Arizona
Panera Bread Company’s first Arizona area developer plans to open 15 new bakery/cafes by 2011.
Pollo Tropical To Serve Tilapia
In time for the Lenten season, Pollo Tropical’s Florida stores will offer a $4.99 Tilapia Value Meal and a $5.59 Tilapia Combo Mambo meal.
Bear Rock Cafe Debuts New Unit Prototype
Bear Rock’s new Mountain Café prototype veers away from the bakery/café’s traditional mountain lodge theme into something “less rustic” and “more contemporary."
Checkers/Rally’s Extends Motor Sports Relationship
As a result of record above-industry-average comp sales, the double drive-thru chain renews Indy 500, Brickyard 400 Sponsorships.
Yum Reports 4th Quarter and 2004 Results
International growth still outshines the U.S.