SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) (the "Company†) today announced that it has completed the sale of Del Taco Holdings Inc. ("Del Taco†), to Yadav Enterprises Inc. ("Yadav†). The closing of this transaction is an important step in the Company's "Jack on Track†plan to strengthen the Company's balance sheet and accelerate its shift toward a simpler, asset- light business model. The Company completed the sale to Yadav for approximately $119 million in consideration, subject t ...

Restructuring Efforts - Red Lobster has reduced its corporate workforce [1] - The company is renegotiating expensive leases to improve profitability post-bankruptcy [1] Financial Strategy - The goal is to return to consistent profitability [1]

Core Insights - The protein trend is influencing fast-casual restaurants like Sweetgreen, which is attempting to recover by focusing on protein-rich meals to attract customers [1][2] - Sweetgreen's stock remains low, near 52-week lows, as the company faces challenges in increasing foot traffic and sales [1][4] Financial Performance - Sweetgreen's third-quarter earnings report showed a 9.5% decline in same-store sales and a 0.6% decrease in total revenue [4] - The company's market capitalization is currently $811 million, with a stock price of $6.73, reflecting a significant drop from its 52-week high of $35.95 [5][6] Market Challenges - The fast-casual dining segment is losing its appeal, with Sweetgreen and competitors like Chipotle facing criticism for their food quality, referred to derogatorily as "slop bowls" [6] - Foot traffic to Sweetgreen locations has decreased by nearly 12%, indicating a shift in consumer behavior towards hybrid and remote work arrangements [4][7] Leadership Changes - Nathaniel Ru, the Chief Brand Officer, is retiring after 20 years, which may impact the company's brand strategy moving forward [7]

You can find original article here Nrn. Subscribe to our free daily Nrn newsletters. The world’s largest restaurant chain now has a presence in the United States. Mixue, a concept that features ice cream, teas, and coffee, opened on Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles Dec. 19, adding to its global footprint that includes more than 53,000 stores worldwide.  By comparison, Starbucks has about 40,000 stores in 88 markets, while Subway has about 37,000 locations, and KFC has just over 30,000. Most of Mi ...

You can find original article here Nrn. Subscribe to our free daily Nrn newsletters. Starbucks announced the appointment of former Amazon vice president Anand Varadarajan as the quick-service coffee chain’s new executive vice president and chief technology officer. Varadarajan succeeds Deb Hall Lefevre, who retired in September after three years at the company. Before joining Starbucks, Varadarajan had a nearly two-decade career at Amazon, most recently serving as vice president of worldwide grocery and ...

Core Viewpoint - The alcohol industry, particularly beer and spirits, is experiencing significant declines in sales, with a notable shift in consumer behavior towards lower consumption among younger demographics [1][2][3]. Industry Performance - Molson Coors has seen a decline of 2.76% in stock performance, indicating broader struggles within the alcohol sector [1]. - Year-to-date performance for major restaurant chains shows significant declines: Shack down 34%, Chipotle down 38%, and Cava down 50%, suggesting that rising costs are impacting margins and consumer spending [2]. Consumer Behavior - Younger consumers are shifting away from traditional alcohol consumption patterns, preferring mocktails and limiting their intake to one drink, contrasting with older generations who consumed more [2][3]. - The perception of alcohol consumption has changed, with younger individuals feeling less inclined to order multiple drinks in social settings [3].

18 December 2025 U.S. Consumer Strategy & Quantitative Research U.S. Consumer Strategy; have we reached capitulation yet & should we prepare for a sector rotation? Webinar Transcript Alexia Howard +1 917 344 8453 alexia.howard@bernsteinsg.com Danilo Gargiulo +1 917 344 8475 danilo.gargiulo@bernsteinsg.com Zhihan Ma, CFA +1 917 344 8303 zhihan.ma@bernsteinsg.com Nadine Sarwat, CFA +44 20 7676 6849 nadine.sarwat@bernsteinsg.com Aneesha Sherman +1 917 344 8457 aneesha.sherman@bernsteinsg.com Cinnie Lin +1 917 ...

Nathan's Famous, Inc.’s (NATH) investors have been experiencing some short-term losses from the stock of late. Shares of the branded licensor, wholesaler and retailer of products, which is currently operating from Jericho, NY, have lost 9.8% in the past three months against the industry’s 2.8% growth. In the same time frame, the stock has also underperformed the sector and the S&P 500’s 1.4% loss and 3.5% gain, respectively.A major development for NATH in recent months is its promising second-quarter fiscal ...

Sports bar concept with scratch kitchen introduces two full-size bars, 64 taps, wall-to-wall screens and a patio built for fans OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Twin Peaks, the ultimate sports lodge, is returning to Omaha with a new location set to open at 313 N 179th Street in Village Pointe. Backed by Twin Hospitality Group Inc. (Nasdaq: TWNP), parent company of Twin Peaks Restaurant, the expansion reflects the brand’s continued investment in key Midwest markets. The lodge will feature made- ...

We recently published 10 Stocks Jim Cramer Talked About.  Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:DRI) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer discussed recently. Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:DRI) is an American full-service restaurant company that operates brands such as Olive Garden. The firm reported its second fiscal quarter earnings on Thursday and posted $3.1 billion in revenue and $2.08 in adjusted earnings per share. While Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE:DRI)’s revenue beat analyst revenue estimates of $3.07 bill ...