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An in-depth look at how restaurant brands fared in the first half of 2025, exploring the factors contributing to success and challenges faced by industry leaders.

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Explore how Auntie Anne’s is strategically expanding by focusing on airport locations to overcome mall challenges and drive brand growth.

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Explore how Applebee’s is driving consistency, accelerating growth, and integrating new menu items under new leadership to elevate restaurant performance.

Explore how Chipotle's automation strategy with Zipotle and Zipline drones is transforming delivery services and enhancing guest experience.

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Explore how operational changes and financial restructuring can revitalize a struggling restaurant chain like Dine Brands. Learn about the role of brand management and franchise advisory councils in driving shareholder value.

Explore how Damien Harmon, the new President of North America at Subway, is driving franchisee profitability and sustainable growth with his leadership strategies and initiatives.

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Discover how automated makelines are transforming the fast-casual dining industry, enhancing efficiency, and improving the customer experience. Learn from industry leaders like Cava, Chipotle, and Sweetgreen.

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Explore how Sweetgreen is addressing operational challenges through menu innovation and sales strategies to improve profitability.

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Discover how the decline in tips is affecting restaurant workers' income, retention rates, and sales growth. Explore the challenges faced and potential solutions.

Explore how Jack in the Box is addressing its sales decline through operational changes and strategic initiatives amid challenging market conditions.