Starbucks' slow Q3 performance in North America was impacted by the restaurant company’s investment in employee wages, better scheduling, training and equipment
Current average unit volumes are about $1.7M, and executives see restaurant transactions increasing
Boba and other chewy, gummy, slurpable elements are trending at restaurants
Diner brand makes 3-year commitment to career-development opportunities
About 75% of its restaurants are operating with late-night hours and goal is 90%, diner brand executives say.