Last year was tough on restaurants. But UBS analysts say new tax breaks and a lower bar to clear could make 2026 more forgiving, particularly for the sit-down chains and fast-casual players that draw wealthier customers. ...

COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (“El Pollo Loco”) (NASDAQ: LOCO) today announced that it will host a fireside chat discussion as part of the 28th Annual ICR Conference in Orlando, FL on January 12, 2026. The Company will also be meeting with institutional investors during the conference. El Pollo Loco’s discussion will begin at 11:30 AM ET and will be webcast live from the corporate website at www.elpolloloco.com under the “Investors” tab. About El Pollo Lo ...

McDonald's is facing a class-action lawsuit that accuses the fast-food giant of deceiving customers about what meat is used in its McRib sandwich.  The lawsuit, filed by four plaintiffs in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois last week, alleges that the McRib "does not contain any actual pork rib meat at all," despite its advertising.McDonald's says the claims are "meritless." In the suit, the plaintiffs argued that "despite its name and distinctive shape—its meat patty has been deliber ...

Core Viewpoint - Brinker International, Inc. continues to attract investor interest, with BMO Capital maintaining a "Market Perform" rating and raising its price target from $140 to $170 [1][6] Company Performance - EAT's stock price closed at $149.48, reflecting a 1.35% decrease, contrasting with gains in the broader market [2][6] - Over the past month, EAT's shares have appreciated by 7.88%, significantly outperforming the Retail-Wholesale sector's decline of 1.59% [2][5] Earnings Expectations - Analysts anticipate an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.51, indicating a 10.36% decline year-over-year, while revenue is expected to increase by 3.12% to $1.4 billion [3][6] Stock Volatility - The stock has shown volatility, with daily price fluctuations between $146.54 and $151.99, and a yearly range from $100.30 to $192.22 [4] - Brinker International currently has a market capitalization of approximately $6.64 billion, with a trading volume of 945,919 shares on the NYSE [4]

A flavor-forward lineup featuring $5 Bowls*, a Matty Matheson collaboration and the return of $10 Tuesdays** gives lunch something to look forward to Continue Reading KFC $5 Bowls PLANO, Texas, Jan. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- January has a way of testing people. The days are colder, lunch is getting more expensive, and the pressure to start the year strong often runs headfirst into reality. Self- improvement and restrictions run in tandem with resolutions, but we don't think they should. In fact, new research ...

Beloved familiar favorites like Hamburger Steak and Eggs in The Basket make a comeback, while new Spicy Maple sauce brings sweet heat to the menu LEBANON, Tenn., Jan. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Winter just got a whole lot warmer. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® invites guests to gather by the fireplace and savor the comfort of beloved classics, Hamburger Steak and Eggs in The Basket, returning by popular demand. This season, those favorites aren't just back on the menu; they're featured in Cracker Barrel's m ...

Company Believes It Has Regained Compliance with Nasdaq Stockholders’ Equity Requirement and Is Awaiting Formal DeterminationBREA, CA, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reborn Coffee, Inc. (NASDAQ: REBN) today released a comprehensive shareholder update following the premium-priced equity today announced that it has received $6.5 million in gross proceeds from an equity investment priced at $5.45 per share, representing approximately three times the Company’s current market price and reflecting strong inves ...

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) closed 2025 down 0.4% while peers like Yum! ...

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - January 6, 2026) - Happy Belly Food Group Inc. (CSE: HBFG) (OTCQB: HBFGF) ("Happy Belly" or the "Company"), a leading consolidator of emerging restaurant brands, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Thomas as Executive Vice President of Finance, effective immediately.Mr. Thomas joins Happy Belly with more than 25 years of senior financial leadership experience, including deep expertise in franchised restaurant systems, public and private company reporting, and m ...

Core Viewpoint - Jollibee Foods Corp. plans to spin off its international business and list it on a US stock exchange to enhance its global expansion strategy, resulting in a significant surge in its share price [1][3]. Group 1: Business Strategy - The spinoff will create two distinct listed entities, allowing for sharper strategic focus and clearer equity narratives for each business [4]. - The international business will encompass all operations outside the Philippines, while the domestic unit will remain listed on the Philippine Stock Exchange [2]. Group 2: Financial Impact - Jollibee shares rose by 14.5%, marking the largest single-day increase since October 2008, and the company was the top performer in the Philippines' stock index [3]. - The international segment accounted for approximately 43% of Jollibee's revenue of 224.2 billion pesos ($3.8 billion) from January to September, up from 28% in 2019 and 21% in 2017 [8]. Group 3: Market Position - Jollibee is actively competing with global fast-food giants like McDonald's and Yum! Brands, having completed 27 cross-border deals worth around $1.1 billion since 2000 [7]. - The company operates 10,304 stores as of September, with 6,859 located overseas across more than 30 countries [8].