business – QSR Industries

How QSR Burger Brands Are Fighting Inflation and Slowing Visits

Nov 17 2025

QSR burger industry faces 2025 challenges like rising costs, inflation, and traffic declines. Major chains like McDonald's regain momentum via value offerings, while smaller chains struggle. Operators must enhance efficiency, define unique value propositions, and actively adapt to shifting consumer preferences to thrive going into 2026.

https://www.qsrmagazine.com/story/how-qsr-burger-brands-are-fighting-inflation-and-slowing-visits/

Fast Food’s Unexpected Bipartisan Break

business, qsr, regulation

Nov 17 2025

Bipartisan support is growing for the American Franchise Act, which would protect franchisors from liability for franchisee actions, contrasting with recent labor law changes that push for joint employer liability and benefit diverse franchise owners.

https://reason.com/2025/11/15/fast-foods-unexpected-bipartisan-break/

The Growth Strategy Behind Two Big McDonald’s Hires

business, mcdonalds

Oct 8 2025

McDonald's appointed Emily Reasor as Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer and Das Dasgupta as Chief Data Analytics and AI Officer to enhance growth and transformation. Reasor's experience in B2C sectors and Dasgupta's background in data analytics from major companies like Amazon and Starbucks are expected to drive strategic initiatives and operational efficiency, reinforcing McDonald's competitive edge.

https://fooddigital.com/news/how-mcdonalds-is-strengthening-its-c-suite-to-unlock-growth