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Is the dollar menu good for McDonald's bottom line?

Jan 23, 2013
Cheap food draws customers, but also cuts into profits.

7-Eleven tries to retake Manhattan

Jan 17, 2013
After pulling up stakes in New York years ago, 7-Eleven has returned and is making Manhattan its top priority for rapid expansion

Why fast-food workers struggle to unionize

Nov 29, 2012
A walk-out by workers at several fast-food chains in New York marks latest effort to organize an industry with high worker turnover.

'Well, blow me down!' Popeye is out at Popeyes

Nov 29, 2012
The spinach-chomping sailor loses his contract as a fast-food pitchman.

'Old-fashioned' has lost its chic for Wendy's

Oct 11, 2012
The hamburger chain is updating its logo and look for the first time in 30 years, trying to rise above its fast-food competitors when fast food has lost some of its appeal.

McDonald's opens all-vegetarian restaurants in India

Sep 6, 2012
The fast food giant makes a bold move in a country where about 50 percent of the people are vegetarian.

Soda for breakfast?

Jul 6, 2012
Three fast food chains are promoting breakfast deals that include drinks like a 28-ounce soda -- starting at six o'clock in the morning.

For public good, not for profit.

Taco Bell goes gourmet

Jul 5, 2012
Call it “the Chipotle effect,” but more and more fast food joints are going upscale.

Dunkin’ Donuts sets up shop in India

May 8, 2012
Dunkin’ Donuts launches a flagship outlet in New Delhi, with a full snack menu strategy. It aims to get a jump on Starbucks in India.

Burger King moves to 'cage-free' eggs and pork

Apr 26, 2012
The fast-food giant will move away from tightly packed chickens and pigs within five years. Farmers and consumers will feel the impact.