News

Bread maker Bonn Group ventures into fast food space

It opened its first La Americana burger outlet in Delhi.

Indonesia's Go-Jek raises $2b for expansion and digital investments

It has raised a higher than targeted $1.5b in a fundraising round.

Jollibee expands in Hong Kong with two new openings

Jollibee’s seventh and eighth stores opened in Tsuen Wan and Tsim Sha Tsui, respectively.

McDonald's Japan launches mobile payment in 2,900 locations

The giant turns to app to reduce congestion amidst labor shortage.

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.

Starbucks Japan taps in to coffee machine leasing

It is leasing office-use machines that brew "the same coffee that is served at its outlets".

Jollibee's profit soars 15% to $136.3m

The fast food giant opened 465 stores in 2017.

Prosecutors refute charges against McDonald's Korea

The prosecution said there was no sufficient evidence to back the beef contamination issue.

KFC China launches cultural-themed restaurants in 18 cities

It hopes to bolster customers' cultural experiences in their restaurants through technology.

Yum China's net income crashed 20% in 2017

For the fourth quarter, Yum's operating profit rose by 23% to $71 million.

QSR Media to hold fifth Conference and Awards in Sydney

It is hailed as the biggest and best event for quick service and fast casual restaurant operators.

Clothing retailer Bench launches Bench Café in the Philippines

It opened the brand's first restaurant at its flagship store at Bonifacio High Street in Taguig City.