Finance

At ICR Conference, parent to Del Taco brand reiterates push toward asset-light model

El Pollo Loco has shifted its marketing strategy to focus on younger consumers and is making several operational improvements as it brings in new franchisees.

The chain launched its Accelerating the Arches 2.0 strategy, noting a continued focus on marketing and digital channels while also alluding to staff cuts.

TOMS King Holdings subsidiaries cite impact of pandemic on business

A new survey from the National Restaurant Association shows that a vast majority of operators consider food and labor cost pressures to persist in the new year.

Cost-of-living increases trigger raises for low-income workers around the country

Inflated costs tend to benefit brands charging royalties and one expert expects an uptick in franchising this year accordingly

DŌ Cookie Dough Confections company was acquired by 16 Handles owner and CEO Neil Hershman for an undisclosed amount

New data finds that 52% of small restaurant owners were delinquent on rent in December – a 10% jump from November.