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Wingstop sales drop for fifth straight quarter
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Wingstop sales drop for fifth straight quarter

Wingstop sales have declined for the fifth consecutive quarter, signaling ongoing challenges for the chicken chain despite systemwide revenue growth.

Manda Agustina · 01/08/2026
Starbucks Refines Customer Experience
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Starbucks Refines Customer Experience

Starbucks refines customer experience with better in-restaurant service and revamped loyalty program, driving strong results for the company's growth and custom

Manda Agustina · 31/07/2026
Chipotle sales growth beats expectations
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Chipotle sales growth beats expectations

Chipotle sales growth beats expectations with a 2.2% increase in same-store sales, driven by higher average ticket size and transaction count.

Manda Agustina · 31/07/2026
Whataburger names Taco Bell executive as new CFO
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Whataburger names Taco Bell executive as new CFO

Whataburger appoints Taco Bell executive Ryan Moore as new CFO to drive expansion and financial strategy beyond Texas.

Manda Agustina · 30/07/2026
Fast-food chains expand drive-thru salad options
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Fast-food chains expand drive-thru salad options

Fast-food chains like Taco Bell are expanding drive-thru salad options to rebuild trust after food safety issues affected thousands.

Manda Agustina · 27/07/2026
Egg deal hinged on contract trust figures
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Egg deal hinged on contract trust figures

Major egg producers settle $3.3M case over contract trust violations affecting nationwide prices and food safety standards.

Manda Agustina · 22/07/2026
Food Makers Cautious on AI, 10% Scale Carefully
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Food Makers Cautious on AI, 10% Scale Carefully

AI adoption is reshaping food manufacturing, but a survey shows 60% of leaders fear being too hesitant, with only 10% scaling the…

Manda Agustina · 17/07/2026
McCormick seals $44.8B Unilever deal contracts to shift
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McCormick seals $44.8B Unilever deal contracts to shift

The McCormick Unilever deal, worth $44.8 billion, will reshape the flavor market, letting buyers renegotiate contracts before the mid‑2027 closing.

Manda Agustina · 15/07/2026
Food audits shift from compliance to building confidence
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Food audits shift from compliance to building confidence

Food safety audits are shifting from a compliance burden to a tool for building confidence, with facility coatings a key risk factor…

Manda Agustina · 14/07/2026
USMCA Reviews Start Egg Settlement AI Governance Urgent
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USMCA Reviews Start Egg Settlement AI Governance Urgent

USMCA review changes trigger annual assessments, ending renewals and impacting food and beverage manufacturers as the agreement shifts to yearly checks.

Manda Agustina · 06/07/2026