…Subway, Starbucks and Villa Pizza. The Subway franchise, for example, is Houston’s third busiest in terms of volume despite the fact it’s only open five days a week. The expansion,…

…group foresees a decent profit picture for U.S.-based operators. On the other hand, labor and food costs in China–very important markets for Yum! Brands, McDonald’s, Starbucks and other worldwide chains–have…

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…Health’s calorie display program is voluntary, and relies on companies to fulfill their health pledges. Other chains that have signed up reportedly include Kentucky Fried Chicken, Pizza Hut and Starbucks….

…as 250 Dunkin’ Donuts shops in the U.S., especially west of the Mississippi. The chain, which has been in a fight with Starbucks and McDonald’s for the loyalty of coffee…

…limits on what it calls “formula fast-food restaurants” in its downtown area. The city’s planning commission previously allowed an exemption for ice cream shops and coffee shops, including Starbucks and…

…management. He joins the San Antonio, Texas, chain from Burger King Corp., where he was senior v.p.-franchising and development for North America and Canada. Voyer previously served with Starbucks Corp….

…including Starbucks. In its prospectus, Dunkin’ says it has 57% of the fast-food coffee market in New England and New York; coffee and other drinks represent 60% of the chain’s…

Training its eye on accelerating worldwide growth, especially in China, Starbucks Corp. is creating a third regional division. The Seattle company is currently structured as Starbucks U.S. and Starbucks Coffee…