Food Services
Global News Wrap Up: Arby's and Buffalo merge to form Inspire Brands Inc; Yum Brands to invest $200m in Grubhub; Dunkin' Donuts pledges to remove foam cups
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Chipotle's restaurant sales increased 6.4%
The result is an increase in the average check, including a 2.4% impact from menu price hikes.
Appetise targets £500,000 funding to take delivery market share
Its ultimate target is to be an exit via IPO.
Deliveroo mulls bumper stock market float
Consultants evaluate strategic options including a listing in the next 12 to 18 months.
Rising costs drive Square Pie into administration
Square Pie also cited falling retail demand combined with food price inflation.
Britvic unveils new trade website to maximise soft drink sales
The new online platform aims to help operators prepare for the arrival of the soft drinks levy.
Turkish Burger King operator pulls US IPO amidst market volatility
TFI Tab Food Investments postponed its planned $220 million initial public offering in New York on February 6.
hungryhouse collaborates with Just Eat
Hungryhouse has announced that the company will be operating as usual whilst working with Just Eat.
Square Pie falls into administration
It has announced the closure of all of its sites, with around 50 jobs axed.
Global News Wrap Up: Panera offers 'clean consultant' services; Starbucks rolls out its own Visa Card; Wendy's calls out McDonald's for using frozen beef
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Tossed backs mobile technology start-up Thyngs in crowdfunding
The founder of Tossed, Vincent McKevitt, invests in the cashless mobile proximity payment start-up.
McDonald's now on its final stretch of transformation: CEO of McDonald's UK
Find out what Paul Pomroy says about McDonald's UK results and the growth of the fast food giant.
LEON Ludgate to host speed dating on February 13
The brand is hosting its first ever speed dating event at Ludgate from 6pm onwards.
Prezzo in talks with lenders as loans drop
Prezzo has appointed a specialist turnaround firm ahead of a potential financial restructuring, according to The Times.
Domino's UK system sales increase 9.8%
The increase is driven by new store openings and strong like-for-like performance of 6.1%.
Global News Wrap Up: Burger King takes on net neutrality; Starbucks Coffee Company now offers sick leave; Krispy Kreme unveils new Glazed Doughnut flavour
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
