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McDonald's Expands AI Drive-Thru Ordering Amid Franchisee Concerns Over Costs and Customer Preference
McDonald's Expands AI Drive-Thru Ordering Amid Franchisee Concerns Over Costs and Customer Preference
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General Mills Considers Separating Häagen-Dazs Brand Outside North America, Potentially Leading to Sale
General Mills Considers Separating Häagen-Dazs Brand Outside North America, Potentially Leading to Sale
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U.S. E-commerce Returns Projected to Reach $849.9 Billion in 2025, Highlighting Industry Challenges
U.S. E-commerce Returns Projected to Reach $849.9 Billion in 2025, Highlighting Industry Challenges
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McDonald's pushes cheaper meals as customers cut back
Customers looking to spend less may find more value-focused offers, but how consistently those deals are available may depend on franchisees.
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McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski Introduces New Value Menus Amidst Declining U.S. Traffic
McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski Introduces New Value Menus Amidst Declining U.S. Traffic
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McDonald's to Expand AI Ordering System, Aiming for 50 Labor Hours Saved Weekly
McDonald's to Expand AI Ordering System, Aiming for 50 Labor Hours Saved Weekly
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Wendy's rejects buyout bid and girds itself for a hostile takeover campaign
Wendy’s rejected a $1.4 billion buyout offer from an activist investor, saying Thursday that the bid was too low
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Retailers Face New Regulations and Wage Hikes in 2027, Requiring Strategic Operational Adjustments
Retailers Face New Regulations and Wage Hikes in 2027, Requiring Strategic Operational Adjustments
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Outback Steakhouse franchisee files for bankruptcy after closures
An Outback Steakhouse franchisee has filed for bankruptcy after closing 13 restaurants. Here's what could happen to its 61 remaining locations.
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PepsiCo Strengthens Snack Pricing Strategy to Drive Volume Growth in North America
PepsiCo Strengthens Snack Pricing Strategy to Drive Volume Growth in North America
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Visa Predicts 4.5% Growth in 2026 Holiday Retail Sales Amidst Consumer Focus on Value
Visa Predicts 4.5% Growth in 2026 Holiday Retail Sales Amidst Consumer Focus on Value
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Wendy's refreshing menu in 2027 with thicker bacon, creamier Frosty
Wendy's reported its seventh consecutive quarter of declining sales on Nov. 5, leading the company to reveal a turnaround plan called "Dave's Way."
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