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Weekly Global Wrap: Plans to take Papa Johns private underway; Starbucks announces more layoffs; Jollibee attracts 50-restaurant deal
Weekly Global Wrap: Plans to take Papa Johns private underway; Starbucks announces more layoffs; Jollibee attracts 50-restaurant deal
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Coffee chains bet big on ube as Gen Z, millennials drive flavour trends
Over 60% of Gen Z and millennials use social media to discover new flavours.
Schnitz ties new drink launch to Star Wars collectable push
The promotion includes the new Schweppes Galactic Lemonade and an exclusive mug.
Boost Juice's four closed Gold Coast stores to reopen after franchisee enters liquidation
Read the full statement from Boost Juice here.
Papa Johns trials drone delivery in the US
The brand plans to integrate this into the Papa Johns app.
Italian Street Kitchen makes Adelaide debut on Currie Street
Additional Adelaide locations are already in the pipeline.
US seafood chain Bubba Gump Shrimp Co to debut in Australia
The chain is heavily inspired by a film starring Tom Hanks.
Inspire Brands enters IPO pipeline with confidential SEC filing
The company did not disclose the number of shares to be sold or the expected price range.
McDonald's Corporation grows global systemwide sales 11% beating earnings estimates
The group’s adjusted earnings per share were $2.83, beating industry forecasts.
Wendy’s Q1 US sales fall but sees growth in international markets
Global system-wide sales dipped 5.5%. In Q1
Social Media Wrap: Grill'd launches new supermarket products; Fishbowl partners with fitness communities this May; McDonald's launches new Stranger Things Happy Meals
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Schnitz signs exclusive multi-year agreement with Uber Eats
The brand is also integrating its loyalty programme into Uber Eats.
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's warn of weak Q2; Customers help improve Burger King's Whopper; Subway shuts more than 700 restaurants in the US
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Subway to launch new loyalty scheme as Subcard closes
The loyalty programme will close on 31 August 2026.
Collins Foods completes transition of 20 Taco Bell restaurants
The company said it is on schedule to complete the transfer.
McDonald’s revamps McCafe as it expands drink line up
New drinks are now being launched across different markets.
Who’s really driving restaurant spending?
Different age groups also have different reasons to dine.
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