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McDonald's Philippines sees continued expansion in 2018

The chain plans to surpass its present store count of 570 with a potential target of 600 stores this 2018.

Caffe Bene files for court-led restructuring

The legal move follows a protracted slump and mounting losses, the company said.

Shakey's Pizza plans to open further 20 stores in 2018

Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc ended the year opening 24 new stores in 2017, ahead of its target of 20.

SM Retail Inc. acquires Goldilocks Bakeshop Inc.

The Philippine Competition Commission has approved the acquisition by SM Retail Inc. of Goldilocks Bakeshop Inc.

QSR continues to test the boundaries of menu development through Limited Time Offers: Newly Weds Food

The company says consumers are looking for an experience, so quality and authenticity are key deliverables in meeting expectations.

QSRs need to connect the digital experience curve between generations: Kelvin Tan of A&W Restaurants International

Tan says great digital experiences mean very differently to baby-boomers, mid-age marketing directors, and the pool of younger marketing millennials.

McDonald's in Hong Kong increases prices by 2%

The fast food giant cited rising rents and costs of raw materials for the hike.

CPRL to reopen 84 McDonald's outlets in east India

In the last week of December, 84 outlets in north and east India had to shut down.

Mos Burger president responds to Taipei's lead on pay hikes

It announced that it will give its employees average pay hikes of 4.2%.

KFC Japan reports US$53.5m earnings over Christmas weekend

This year’s sales are 1.4% more than last year’s, and the highest ever recorded for a Christmas season.

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Here's why you must attend the QSR Media Asia Detpak Conference and Awards 2018

Speakers include representatives from Google, Euromonitor International, NPD Group, KFC, Subway, and other major brands.

Global News Wrap Up: Burger King's Gift of Fire; KFC's refreshed collection in KFC Ltd; McDonald's vegan burger expands in Sweden

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