Exclusives

Can single-unit owners survive the franchising war?

Operators are slammed with uncertainty and increased volatility.

Weekly Global News Wrap: Starbucks US taps digital menus; Flippy stops working after two days; McDonald's US launches fresh beef

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.

QSRs need to absorb more of the delivery fee, argue delivery firms

Food chain operators and delivery heavyweights clashed over delivery fees as each side blamed the other for lack of profitability.

McDonald's lovin' real time adjustment of online ad spend with Google

In a world first, McDonald’s Singapore adjusts online ad spend in geographic zones by the minute based on kitchen demand.

McDonald's lovin' real time adjustment of online ad spend with Google

In a world first, McDonald’s Singapore adjusts online ad spend in geographic zones by the minute based on kitchen demand.

Two in three online meal orders based on promo pricing

And snacking at the office rather than lunch or dinner is the fastest growing segment for online food ordering in China.

Global News Wrap Up: Jollibee raises stake in Smashburger; Taco Bell's CEO steps down; Chicken and chip shortage hits KFC UK

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.