News
Starbucks announces 900 employee layoffs, cafe closures in US and Canada
Starbucks announces 900 employee layoffs, cafe closures in US and Canada
Starbucks will close around 1% of its company-operated cafes.
Social Media Wrap: Pickup Coffee launches loyalty programme; Baskin-Robbins challenges Malaysian consumers; KFC Singapore partners with Red Bull
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Starbucks targets matcha lovers with new drinks, merch launch
The new drinks join the brand’s matcha menu on 24 September.
Deliveroo founder resigns
The news follows the company’s acquisition by DoorDash.
Weekly Global Wrap: Steak 'n' Shake exec billboard to oust Cracker Barrel CEO; Olive Garden trials small portion menus; Shake Shack opens in Hawaii
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
PizzaExpress Hong Kong serves new locally inspired menu
It has partnered with local staple Lee Kum Kee to develop the menu.
Boba Bhai expands footprint with 70th outlet in Bengaluru
This also marks the chain’s 25th outlet in the city.
Jollibee Group net income climbs 5.6% in Q2
Sales during the quarter reached $2.035b.
Starbucks’ China stake draws final bids from Carlyle, EQT, and Chinese investors, Reuters says
The sale comes as Starbucks struggles with falling market share in China.
Weekly Global Wrap: US-chain Potbelly acquired by gas station chain; Cracker Barrel tables restaurant remodelling plans; McDonald's Japan cracks down on scalpers
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Jollibee Group’s Mang Inasal opens first ‘fifth-generation’ restaurant design concept
It also features a more efficient kitchen layout and an upgraded grab-and-go counter.
Tiong Bahru Bakery to reopen Eng Hoon flagship after major overhaul
The outlet will serve as the model for future branches.
Chipotle to make Asian debut in South Korea and Singapore in 2026
The chain has signed a joint venture with South Korea’s SPC Group.
Indonesia's Fore expands with first donut outlet in Tangerang city
The company aims to open three Fore Donut outlets this year.
Potato Corner debuts in Taiwan with Xinyi District opening
Taiwan marks the chain’s 16th overseas market.
TGI Fridays plans smaller restaurants for Japan expansion
The brand recently extended its franchise agreements in Japan and Peru.
Singapore launches six-month pilot of AI-powered kitchen
The tech aims to resolve the manpower shortage and increase consumer receptivity.
Commentary
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