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Find out the digital deal's role in improving customer experience
16 Apr 18
Combo items, special discounts, and the daily special – whether people dine out or stay in, a customer wanting a good deal has always been a...
QSR Media to hold fifth Conference and Awards in Sydney
14 Feb 18
It is hailed as the biggest and best event for quick service and fast casual restaurant operators.
McDonald's ends Olympics sponsorship deal early
21 Jun 17
The fast food chain ended its 41-year-old sponsorship of the Olympic Games three years early.
Papa John's International announces continued expansion in Chile and Spain
14 Jun 17
Papa John’s International, Inc signed two new expansion agreements with Drake QSR AG.
South Korea's new president draws the ire of small businesses
7 Jun 17
According to an article by Reuters, small businesses in South Korea are fearing for their profits.
Jollibee Foods takes control of SuperFoods Group
17 May 17
Jollibee Foods Corporation now controls the company behind Highlands Coffee and Pho 24.
Restaurant Brands International sees flat comp sales for Q1 2017
10 May 17
The company reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017.
Subway shut down hundreds of stores in the last year
9 May 17
According to an article by Reuters.
McDonald's US invents eating utensil using french fries
9 May 17
Anthony Sullivan teamed up with McDonald's on an infomercial.
Starbucks reports 3% global comparable sales growth
9 May 17
The coffee giant posted its financial results for its 13-week fiscal second quarter ended April 2, 2017.
Papa John's International and PepsiCo extend partnership
9 May 17
Pepsi Beverages are now available at Papa John’s locations in 28 countries.
McDonald's turnaround gains momentum with reported Q1 earnings
26 Apr 17
The fast food chain announced results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017.
McDonald's newest strategy: Fresh Beef Quarter Pounders
12 Apr 17
The fast food giant wants to offer fresh beef, made-to-order Quarter Pounder burgers by mid-2018.
Starbucks issues first Global Yen Sustainability Bond in Japan
28 Mar 17
The coffee chain closed an underwritten public offering of senior notes.
McDonald's unveils new global growth plan
14 Mar 17
The fast food giant is enhancing its digital and delivery channels.
Burger King parent buys up Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
1 Mar 17
Restaurant Brands International has acquired Popeyes for $1.8 billion.
Starbucks global comp sales climb 3%
31 Jan 17
The company reported financial results for its 13-week fiscal first quarter ended January 1, 2017.
McDonald's global comp sales rise
31 Jan 17
The fast food brand announced the results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2016.
Top Ten QSRs not found in Asia
6 Dec 16
Take a look at some of the top QSR concepts from Australia and the United Kingdom, and what sets them apart.
Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart arrives in Australia
8 Nov 16
Japanese-style Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tarts are making their way to Oz.
Yum China to roll out Mongolian hotpot globally
3 Nov 16
Little Sheep is set to expand globally through franchises.
McDonald's reports 3.5% global comp sales rise
3 Nov 16
Strong performance in markets like Japan drives the growth.
Hooters expands to Taiwan with five new stores
11 Oct 16
Stores could arrive in Taipei, Kaohsiung, Taichung, Taoyuan, and Tainan.
Australian food companies to target Chinese markets under new deal
11 Oct 16
A deal was struck between Australia's Monash University and the Chinese COFCO Corporation.
McDonald's mulls sale of Singapore, Malaysia outlets to Saudi group
10 Oct 16
Saudi Arabia's Reza group is interested in purchasing the franchise rights.
Jollibee seeks investment opportunities in China, US
27 Sep 16
The bee is looking for new flowers.
Yum! Brands Board of Directors greenlights the separation of Yum China
27 Sep 16
The process is set to end on October 31, 2016.
Five Guys looks to expand to 28 countries in the next five years
27 Sep 16
The burger chain eyes Asia, among other regions.
Yum China stake goes stale as suitors miss deadline
5 Jul 16
Bidders balked on back of new investment terms.
CJ Group submits letter of intent to snap up McDonald’s Korea
5 Jul 16
Sources say the deal could reach KRW500b.
Here’s how Tata-Starbucks plans to dominate India’s hot drinks market
5 Jul 16
It will offer Indian single-origin coffee in the US.
Rapid Starbucks, Costa Coffee growth in MENA signal burgeoning hot drinks culture: analysts
5 Jul 16
Coffee, tea category may grow by 6.2%.
Weekly News Wrap: KFC rallies after being trumped by Chick-fil-A; Combo deals boost fast food sales; AI invades restaurant chains
30 May 16
Read what’s been keeping QSRs awake at night.
Carl’s Jr. opens first Japan outlet in Akibahara, Tokyo
20 Apr 16
It’s the first of 150 outlets over the next decade.

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