The Christian season of repentance, Lent, is underway. And with the season comes an increased demand for seafood — as traditional followers of Lent avoid meat on Fridays. That demand has caused some restaurants to alter their …
As the economy improves, Americans have begun splurging again. But they’re limiting their indulgences to haircuts, casual dining and coffee, while continuing to forego many bigger expenditures, like vacations and dining at expe…
Chipotle (CMG), the chain restaurant serving Mexican food, fired hundreds of workers in Minnesota after receiving notice from Immigration and Customs Enforcement that they had “suspect documents.”
The ICE began its probe of Chipotle in Minnesota, wher…
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…
Spending for the lovers’ holiday this year is expected to climb 5.8% over 2009, and that spells opportunity for investors. Here are some greeting card, candy, jewelry, flower and restaurant stocks that could get a lift from swe…