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6 Ways California's New Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers Will Hurt Franchises — And Consumers
Discover how California's new minimum wage law is transforming the fast food industry, impacting franchise owners, employees, and the broader economy.
These 5 Beloved Restaurant Chains Are Making a Comeback After Nearly Disappearing. Is Your Former Favorite on the List?
Through innovative business models, strategic partnerships and rebranding efforts, these iconic chains are poised to reclaim their positions in the market.
McDonald's Is Turning Jobs into Degrees By Helping Employees Earn College Credits Just for Working
The fast-food chain is working with community colleges to translate job skills into academic credits.
McDonald's Pulls the Plug on Plant-Based Burgers and Says a Popular Sandwich Will Return
The fast-food giant is ending its plant-based experiment due to poor sales, while another cult favorite sandwich will return later this year.
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Find Out What's Different About Sonic's New $1.99 Value Menu. Hint — It's Not Just the Lower Price.
As fast-food consumers continue to prioritize value, Sonic has joined competitors in introducing a new value menu — with one big difference.
Here's How to Save on Fast Food This Summer — And Even Score Some for Free
Following months of complaints about rising prices related to inflation, several fast-food chains have announced new value deals. Here's how to take advantage of the savings.
McDonald's' Response to Inflation? A $5 Meal Deal — Here's Everything to Know About It.
The announcement of the $5 deal comes as stubborn inflation squeezes consumers, who have demanded the fast food giant offer more value.
California's Fast-Food Minimum Wage Hike Is Already Impacting Franchises. Here's What a New Study Revealed.
Several chains have raised their prices — or closed locations — in response to the wage increase, which has now led to a noticeable decline in foot traffic.
20 Interesting Facts You Should Know About Chick-fil-A
The first-ever Chick-fil-A opened in 1967 in Atlanta's Greenbriar Mall. A chicken sandwich sold for 59 cents and the restaurant was only 384 square feet — roughly the size of a two-car garage.
McDonald's Is Removing Its AI Drive-Thru Voice-Ordering System From Over 100 Restaurants After Its Mishaps Went Viral
McDonald's began using AI technology at its restaurants as early as 2019.
Arby's Launched a Burger-Shaped Golf Driver for Father's Day — Here's How to Get One
This is the latest in a line of creative marketing campaigns from the brand.
What Franchising Can Teach The NFL About The Impact of Private Equity
The NFL is smart to take a thoughtful approach before approving institutional capital's investment in teams.
McDonald's Introduces a New Dessert Inspired By 'Grandmacore' Trend
McDonald's will launch the "Grandma McFlurry," a limited-time dessert blending syrup, vanilla ice cream and candy pieces, as a tribute to comforting grandmotherly treats — and a nod to a TikTok trend.
Planet Fitness Is Increasing Membership Prices for the First Time in Nearly 30 Years
The gym chain's classic membership has traditionally been $10 since 1998.
The IFA Just Released Guidelines to Combat an Industry-Wide Problem. Here's What it Means For Businesses.
The guidelines, part of the responsible franchising initiative, are aimed at strengthening and expanding the franchise industry and franchising model via increased transparency.