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Keeta unveils KeeShare to feed delivery riders across the UAE
Keeta unveils KeeShare to feed delivery riders across the UAE
The feature runs on the Keeta app daily throughout Ramadan from 5 p.m. to 5 a.m.
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Talabat’s adjusted net income inches up to $124 m in Q4 2025
Adjusted EBITDA came in at $156 m, a 13% YoY increase.
Yolk Brands makes Iraqi debut with new restaurant launches
The first outlets will open at Iraq Mall in Baghdad in Q2 2026.
Ghida Alsultan buys Simple Burger in $6.35m takeover
Parent company of Sultan Delight Burger expands fast food empire with a three-instalment acquisition deal.
Americana Restaurants’ 2025 net profit hits $219m
Earnings per share were $0.02609.
Americana Restaurants expands with Malak Al Tawouk deal
It secures 75-year exclusive rights to operate the chain across 13 markets.
South Korea’s The Venti makes Middle East debut with first Jordan outlet
The store is the brand’s first overseas branch to serve its 960ml “jumbo” cup.
SaladStop! sets sights on the UAE with MHAOI partnership
The first outlet is expected to open in Dubai.
Esquires Coffee locks in 10-year UAE franchise deal
At least 50 outlets are planned during the term of the agreement.
Dodo Pizza lands in Hungary with 30-restaurant ambition
The first branch is set to open in Budapest.
Pizza Hut launches fine-dining experiment with acclaimed chef Yanis Yahoui
The chain’s everyday ingredients were the highlights of the menu.
Pizza Hut Pakistan disavows ‘unathorised’ Sialkot Cantonment restaurant
The brand warned the public that it was falsely using the Pizza Hut name and branding.
Costa Coffee rolls out across 16 UAE ZOOM locations
This aims to meet demand for premium coffee on the go.
Kudu expands global footprint following Sushi Sushi acquisition
The brand has officially launched its first international franchised restaurant.
Starbucks rolls out sign language outlets in Saudi Arabia
Employees completed over 36 hours of Saudi Sign Language training through the LiajLehum Association.
Alamar Foods to acquire Five Guys franchisee in Saudi Arabia
The acquisition marks Alamar’s entry into the premium burger segment.
Keeta officially enters Bahrain’s food delivery market
The platform is backed by Chinese company Meituan.
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