He’s becoming notably absent these days. Fighting back against more upscale chains, McDonald’s is more focused now on selling profitable coffee drinks and salads — and downplaying its namesake clown, who’s more associated with…
McDonald’s boosted its profit last year with the launch of new beverages and expansion in emerging markets. Can it keep up the growth this year as food prices rise? Chief Financial Officer Peter Bensen discusses the fast-food g…
A new lawsuit against Taco Bell claims processed beef used by the fast food giant contains mostly fillers. Taco Bell vigorously denies the claim, but the litigation is drawing new attention to the years-long controversy over pr…
McDonald’s will increase prices on some items in the U.S. this year in response to rising commodity prices that are boosting food costs, Chicago Breaking Business reported, citing remarks the company made on its earnings confer…
Wendy’s/Arby’s Group, the third-largest U.S. fast food company, said Thursday it is considering selling the Arby’s chain to focus on the Wendy’s brand. Arby’s is the second-largest quick-service sandwich chain in the U.S., but …