More than 3,000 employees at over 150 Starbucks stores set to strikeThe Starbucks Workers United Union says its members are ready to strike over LGBTQ+-related issues. Starbucks to open sustainability labStarbucks is significantly increasing its commitment to sustainability – in partnership with Arizona State University. Pizza Hut in delivery promotion for ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Pizza Hut is taking select deliveries underground in a tie-in with an upcoming kids’ movie. Domino’s brings delivery to the customer Domino’s is leveraging mobile location technology to expand the range of its delivery offering. Expert Commentary: May retail sales The U.S. Census Bureau released its advanced monthly retail trade report for May 2023, which showed sales totaled $686.6 billion, up 0.3% from the previous month, and up 1.6% from May 2022. Pilot Company opens two new centers, completes 80 remodels with more to come Pilot Company is proceeding full speed ahead with its largest investment in store modernization to date. Smashburger adds five stores to pipeline with new agreement So far in 2023, Smashburger has struck deals to develop 26 new stores. Grubhub cuts hundreds of jobs An on-demand delivery provider is laying off a sizable percentage of its workforce. JLL: Entertainment brands will sign leases for 9MM sq. ft. through 2024 Negotiations will be tough, however. Tenant improvement allowances for some concepts go as high as $400 per sq. ft. Subway signs its largest-ever master franchise agreement — for 4,000 locations Subway has signed one of the largest development deals ever in the quick-service restaurant industry. First Previous 51 52 53 54 55 Next Last