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JAB’s acquisition of Pret A Manger resembles private equity but with a long-term twist
Sandwich chain uses cola cups listing teaspoons of sugar in move away from sodas
Bakery chain’s digital strategy has helped it succeed where other have faltered
Media-shy owner of Keurig and Krispy Kreme to spend $7.5bn on latest US deal
The US group is wading into a crowded market for catering and delivery. A crunch is coming
Company points to product assembly issues and softer than expected pricing
Buffett won’t snap up McDonald’s. Someone should
First fall in same-store sales for 12 years shows McDonald’s global challenges
Entrepreneur Ron Shaich put his Harvard degree to good use when he started a chain of restaurants
Canadian coffee chain is rejigging its balance sheet when it could expand
An example of growth investing in two US restaurant chains
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