Domino's profits fall as consumers curb spending based on rising costs

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

April 27, 2026

Domino's Pizza Inc. reported a decline in first-quarter net income, as investment losses outweighed gains from higher U.S. sales.

Wendy’s reaches 100-restaurant milestone in the Philippines

April 24, 2026

Wendy's has opened its 100th restaurant in the Philippines, located on Friendship Highway in Angeles City, Pampanga, according to a press release.

Marco's Pizza inks 3 unit expansion in New Mexico

April 24, 2026

Marco's Pizza has signed a three-unit area development agreement to expand its presence in New Mexico, with the first location scheduled to open this summer…

Cinnabon to release Harry Potter-inspired Butterbeer treats for limited time

April 24, 2026

Cinnabon is partnering with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to release two limited-time menu items inspired by the Harry Potter franchise's…

Taco John’s names Ian Poole VP of development

April 23, 2026

Mexican QSR chain Taco John's has appointed Ian Poole as vice president of development to lead its national expansion and franchise support efforts, according…

Little Caesars, Flytrex partner for 1st drone meal delivery

April 23, 2026

Little Caesars and Flytrex have partnered to expand drone delivery services with the introduction of a new aircraft capable of transporting meals for an entire…

Loyalty transactions surge 28% as QSR habits shift; kiosks rising in popularity

April 22, 2026

PAR Technology Corporation released its 2026 Quick Service Restaurant Operational Index Report on Tuesday, revealing that loyalty program members are now…

White Castle to expand slider reach with 1K automated kiosks

April 22, 2026

White Castle has partnered with Automated Retail Technologies, LLC to expand access to its sliders through hot-food automated kiosks, marking a significant…

Dairy Queen partners with Presto to bring Voice AI to drive-thrus

April 21, 2026

American Dairy Queen Corp. has partnered with Presto to implement Voice AI technology in its drive-thru lanes, following a successful test at corporate-owned…

Pizza Hut relaunches Hut Rewards as next-generation membership platform

April 21, 2026

Pizza Hut has relaunched its Hut Rewards program, transitioning the loyalty platform into a next-generation membership designed to provide ongoing value and…

Qu introduces edge-based AI platform to combat rising restaurant costs

April 20, 2026

Qu, a unified commerce platform helping quick-service and fast-casual restaurants boost efficiency and grow revenue, has launched its Intelligent Commerce…

Jollibee to launch Final Fantasy XIV themed meals, exclusive in-game content

April 20, 2026

Fried chicken brand Jollibee is teaming up with the multiplayer online role-playing game Final Fantasy XIV Online for a limited-time collaboration launching…

White Castle to bring restaurant to St. Augustine, Florida

April 20, 2026

White Castle is expanding its presence in the Sunshine State with plans for a new location in St. Augustine, marking the brand's first entry into Northeast…

Little Caesars launches AI ordering feature through ChatGPT

April 17, 2026

Little Caesars has launched a feature that allows customers to order pizza through ChatGPT by integrating the AI's conversational abilities with the company's…

Krispy Kreme to enter the Netherlands

April 17, 2026

Krispy Kreme will enter the Netherlands under a franchisee agreement with Jafa Holding BV. The country's first shop is slated to open in late 2026, according…

ConverseNow, Deliverect partner to integrate Voice AI into restaurant management

April 16, 2026

ConverseNow, a Gen-AI voice solution for restaurants, and Deliverect, a digital ordering restaurant tech company, have announced a strategic partnership to…

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April 15, 2026

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Graeter’s Ice Cream partners with Churchill Downs for Kentucky Derby LTO flavor

April 15, 2026

Graeter's Ice Cream has released a limited-edition flavor, Backstretch Bourbon Cherry, as an officially licensed ice cream of the Kentucky Derby, according to…

Golden Chick secures exclusive branding rights on crew gear in Texas Rangers extension

April 15, 2026

Golden Chick is expanding its partnership with the Texas Rangers by incorporating the club's 2026 City Connect primary logo into its employee uniforms…

HTeaO reports Q1 growth with new stores in 4 states, leadership hires

April 15, 2026

Iced tea franchise HTeaO opened 2026 with a strong first quarter. The brand opened seven locations across Texas, Florida, Oklahoma and Tennessee, according to…