May 21, 2013

Industry News

Triarc Reports Third Quarter 2002 Results
Arby’s Market Fresh sandwiches drive same-store sales increase 4.6% in third quarter 2002.
Baja Fresh Funds Education With '200 Schools for 200 Restaurants'
Honorary celebrity chairman Jay Mohr kicks off campaign in Calabasas with the 200th store opening.
AFC Reports Amounts for Write Downs on Coffee Chain
Charges amount to $1.5 million after taxes.
CKE Restaurants, Inc. Reports Period 10 Same-Store Sales
Carl’s Jr. posts slight gain; Hardee’s and La Salsa decline.
McDonald’s Closing Stores and Eliminating Positions
The Big Mac becomes the big drag on the stock market before opening bell.
YUM! Brands October Same-Store Sales Decline
KFC brand takes a big hit, offsetting small positive gains at Pizza Hut and Taco Bell.
Diageo Sale of Burger King Under Review
U.S. investment group has asked for a revaluation of the purchase price.
Wendy’s Reports October Same Store Sales; Revises Guidance
Purchase of 25% of Pasta Pomodora complete.
Berkeley Voters Reject “Fair Trade” Coffee Measure
Voters are not yet ready to let political correctness stir their morning java.
McDonald's Restaurants Worldwide To Hold Global Fundraiser November 20th
More than 100 countries will participate in the unprecedented World Children's Day™ event.
AFC Third Quarter Earnings Release Delayed; Guidance Announced
Delay caused by adjustments to inventory and leasehold improvements at its Seattle Coffee Company division.
AFC Enterprises Releases Selected Third Quarter Operating Data
Systemwide sales up 2.1% but comps down 2.7%.
UK-based PizzaExpress Reviewing Purchase Offer
The chain receives offer from Twigway some have described as too low.
Starbucks Reports Strong October Revenues
Same-store sales at company-owned stores up 10%.
Domino's Pizza Names Lynn M. Liddle Executive Vice President
22-Year Valassis veteran to head communications and investor relations.
Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill Announces Third Numbers
Rubio's reports 41% increase in Q3 pro forma net income, exceeding previous guidance.