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Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald's surpasses $100bn in systemwide sales; Chipotle fined over 13,000 child labour violations; KFC's ‘Beyond' chicken goes to southern US
Weekly Global News Wrap: McDonald's surpasses $100bn in systemwide sales; Chipotle fined over 13,000 child labour violations; KFC's ‘Beyond' chicken goes to southern US
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: Subway Singapore's latest garlic bread subs; Jollibee teases upcoming Valentine's Day short films; Arabica's Bulgaria expansion
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Number of restaurants worldwide serving Japanese food jumps 30% since 2017: report
Their number in Asia rose by nearly a half in the same period to 101,000 restaurants.
Jollibee Foods Corporation raises US$600 million from maiden bond offering
The company said that the offering was oversubscribed by almost 10 times the original securities amount.
Grabfood Thailand riders seeking 10-baht fee increase: report
Currently, the delivery riders are paid 30 baht for each delivery made within a 4-km. radius.
Deliveroo HK sees 20% boost in food orders during CNY
Chinese food orders saw a 6% drop.
Kura Sushi eyes launch of its first China store by year-end
The Japanese chain recently opened a new restaurant in Tokyo.
McDonald's Japan unveils trio of rice burgers
The new items are offered until 5 February.
Burger King India gets market regulator's nod for IPO
The company is offering a fresh issue of up to INR 4 billion (US$56.2m) equity shares.
Jollibee opens US stores in Hawaii, Florida
The two recent openings bring the chain’s US store number to 41.
Nayuki eyes US, Japan expansion
The Chinese fresh fruit tea brand runs 400 tea shops across China and three outlets in Singapore.
APAC heads of Burger King, Cinnabon, Chatime join QSR Media Asia Conference & Awards 2020's Leaders Panel
The three executives will discuss the pressing industry issues and business expectations for 2020.
Mapo Galmaegi set to open in Pakistan
It currently has 37 international stores in six countries, including the US and Singapore. Korean barbeque chain Mapo Galmaegi is set to launch in Pakistan in August, Korea Herald has reported.
Blimpie eyes five more stores in Singapore by 2025
Its first outlet in the Lion City opened in Tampines last year.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Starbucks Corporation reveals new 2030 environmental sustainability targets; Krystal files for bankruptcy; McDonald's new career exploration app
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week from around the world.
Social Media Wrap Up: QSRs unveil CNY promos; Starbucks Singapore's new cheese-themed range; FatPapas Singapore turns Northpoint outlet to Fatboy's
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Nominations extended for QSR Media Asia Awards 2020
Brands can send their nominations until 31 January.
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