Starbucks to lay off 300 U.S. employees, shutter some regional support offices
Starbucks' corporate headquarters seen in Seattle. The company announced its Q2 earnings on 27th Apr 2021. Toby Scott | Lightrocket |...
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Beer demand stumbles as gas prices surge, data shows
A customer shops for beer in a supermarket in New York on Jan. 22, 2026.Charly Triballeau | AFP | Getty...
Kool-Aid to launch electrolyte packets with no artificial dyes as part of Kraft Heinz makeover
Kool-Aid Hydration is launching with three flavors: grape, tropical punch and blue raspberry lemonade.Source: Kool-AidKool-Aid is launching electrolyte packets made...
High gas prices are hurting restaurant sales — but not all chains
A pedestrian walks by a Domino's in San Francisco, Dec. 9, 2025.Justin Sullivan | Getty ImagesFrom Domino's Pizza to Applebee's,...
Dunkin' owner Inspire Brands confidentially files for IPO
A cup of coffee and strawberry frosted donut with sprinkles are arranged for a photograph at a Dunkin' Donuts Inc....
While many international brands retreat, McDonald’s is supersizing its China business
Even as numerous international consumer brands shrink their footprints in China, McDonald's is bucking the trend thanks to consumers like...
McDonald's is about to report earnings. Here's what to expect
People walk by a McDonald's restaurant on March 11, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kevin Carter | Getty ImagesMcDonald's is...
Restaurant Brands International earnings top estimates, fueled by Burger King turnaround
Burger King fast food hamburger restaurant in Miami, Fla. Jeff Greenberg | Universal Images Group | Getty ImagesRestaurant Brands International...
Smoothie King plots expansion as wellness trends boost sales
A rendering of Smoothie King's new store designSource: Smoothie KingFrom the rise of GLP-1 drugs to backlash against artificial ingredients,...
Hershey says GLP-1s are driving higher gum and mint sales
Packages of Ice Breakers spearmint mints Mints are displayed at a Costco Wholesale store on April 27, 2025 in San...
Chipotle posts surprise same-store sales growth in early sign chain could be breaking its slump
A Chipotle logo is displayed on a sign outside a restaurant on Jan. 9, 2026 in San Diego, CA.Kevin Carter...
Yum Brands earnings top estimates, fueled by Taco Bell's 8% same-store sales growth
Facade of a Taco Bell Cantina restaurant in Danville, California, Jan. 8, 2026. Smith Collection | Gado | Archive Photos...
Starbucks raises full-year outlook after earnings, revenue top estimates
Starbucks on Tuesday raised its full-year outlook for comparable earnings and same-store sales growth after reporting its second straight quarter...
Coca-Cola tops estimates, raises earnings outlook as global beverage demand rises
Coca-Cola on Tuesday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts' expectations, fueled by higher demand for its beverages.For the...
Domino's Pizza stock falls on disappointing sales — and CEO thinks more chains will follow
A pedestrian walks by a Domino's Pizza on Dec. 9, 2025 in San Francisco, California.Justin Sullivan | Getty ImagesDomino's Pizza...
Procter & Gamble earnings beat estimates as sales grow 7%
Procter & Gamble on Friday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts' expectations, as volume for its products grew for the...
Starbucks' loyalty program changes are drawing value-conscious customers
A customer inside a Starbucks coffee shop in Hercules, California, US, on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. David Paul Morris |...
Convenience store owner Yesway is stealing customers from fast-food chains, CEO says
Thomas Trkla, chairman and and chief executive officer of Yesway Inc., during the company's initial public offering (IPO) at the...
Sandwich chain Jersey Mike's confidentially files for IPO
A Jersey Mike's restaurant in Walnut Creek, California, Nov. 21, 2024.David Paul Morris | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesJersey Mike's has...
PepsiCo earnings beat estimates as North American food business improves
Illuminated logo for Pepsi on a soda fountain in Walnut Creek, California, March 4, 2026. Smith Collection | Gado |...
