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Pret enters new JV with US franchisee
Pret enters new JV with US franchisee
The agreement will see the introduction of new formats including drive-thrus.
Weekly Global Wrap: Popeyes Thanksgiving turkey; KFC collaborates with Canadian basketball player; McDonald's franchises divided
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Giraffe World Kitchen announces first Qatar opening
The brand recently opened a slew of international airport locations.
foodpanda appoints new CEO
Jakob Angele has left the company after serving as CEO for nine years.
Weekly Global Wrap: Chipotle hikes prices again; Burger King's new restaurant concept; Coffee price wars in China triggers trend
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Weekly Global Wrap: Chipotle trials burrito bowl making robot; McDonald's, Wendy's ad lawsuit junked; Shake Shack partners with Ikoyi
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Toby’s Estate opens contactless coffee shop in Kuwait
The Aussie speciality coffee brand has 12 coffee shops in Kuwait.
Chaiiwala taps Lote Global for global expansion
The quick-service restaurant brand is targeting 500 restaurants.
Weekly Global Wrap: Burger King franchisee shutters 21 restaurants; California raises wages for fast-food workers; Big Chicken signs 20-unit deal
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Coffee chain startup Kenangan Coffee marks Singapore debut
The brand achieved unicorn status in 2022.
Comptoir Group profit drops amidst ‘challenging trading environment’
The group’s EBITDA fell by 73.7%
McDonald’s hikes royalty fee rates to 5% in US and Canada: report
This is the first rate increase in 30 years.
Weekly Global Wrap: Chicken shortages to plague Aussie QSRs; McDonald's sued again for hot drink; Subway offers three-inch subs
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Uptick in travel to boosts SSP Group’s full-year profits for 2023
The group expects to reach a full-year revenue of £3b in 2023.
Deliverect teams up with Uber Direct to boost restaurant delivery
The integration will go live in nine markets.
Howard Schultz leaves Starbucks board over concerns he was a distraction: report
Reports say that his leaving is due in part to his stridently anti-union stance.
Papa Johns announces new executive appointments
The appointments take effect this week.
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