Here’s where consumers are cutting back the most — and the leastHigh inflation and the ongoing effects of the pandemic are causing consumers to make cuts in discretionary spending, but not all categories are feeling the pinch. Popeyes to open 200-plus restaurants in U.S., Canada in 2022Popeyes is celebrating its 50th birthday by continuing its rapid expansion across North America and rolling out tech innovations. Panera makes history with self-serve subscription Panera is taking the unlimited beverage subscription concept in a new direction. Chipotle launches $50 million venture fund to foster innovation Chipotle Mexican Grill is hoping to revolutionize the restaurant industry. Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s upgrade digital loyalty program The parent company of two fast-food hamburger retailers is overhauling its customer engagement and loyalty efforts across all stores. Starbucks reportedly considering increased benefits for non-union workers Starbucks Corp. may be going on the offensive when it comes to discouraging its store employees from unionizing. Placer.ai: Retail winners of Q1 include Home Depot, Starbucks, Dollar General Rising gas prices, Omicron and ongoing supply chain and labor challenges made for tough going for some — but not all — retailers in the first quarter of 2022. Meta pilots virtual commerce in the metaverse The parent company of Facebook is stepping up its efforts to create a full-fledged virtual world, complete with shopping. Panera keeps the coffee hot – with robots Panera Bread is automating the coffee monitoring process. Bojangles streamlines mobile customer experience Bojangles is unifying its in-store and online engagement of customers via its mobile app. First Previous 86 87 88 89 90 Next Last
