Baltimore sees first population growth in a decade, aided by sanctuary policies, immigration
BALTIMORE, MD — Baltimore’s population has increased for the first time since 2014, according to new estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau. The city’s population grew from 565,271 in 2023 to…
U.S. labor costs solid in Q3; private wage growth slowing
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. labor costs increased solidly in the third quarter, but private sector wage growth slowed considerably, suggesting inflation had either peaked or was close doing so. The Employment Cost…
Canada’s growth slows in the summer as a smaller rate hike eyed
By Julie Gordon OTTAWA (Reuters) -Canada’s economy grew slightly more than expected in August and most likely stayed in positive territory through the summer, official data showed on Friday, a result that…
Biden says U.S. Q3 growth shows economic recovery ‘continuing to power forward’
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – President Joe Biden said on Thursday that a U.S. economic growth rebound in the third quarter was evidence an economic recovery “is continuing to power forward,” and said his…
Brazil central bank holds interest rates, eyes moderating growth
By Marcela Ayres BRASILIA (Reuters) -Brazil’s central bank on Wednesday held interest rates at a nearly six-year high for the second policy meeting in a row, noting that economic growth seems to…
Euro zone credit growth rises again, despite gloomy outlook
FRANKFURT (Reuters) – Bank lending to euro zone companies accelerated further in September, extending the sector’s biggest borrowing binge in over a decade, despite rising interest rates and a looming recession, European…
U.S. home price growth slows in August, surveys show
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. single-family home prices fell sharply on a monthly basis in August as surging mortgage rates dampened demand for housing, closely watched surveys showed on Tuesday. The S&P CoreLogic…
China’s fiscal revenue growth speeds up, but land sales earnings slide
BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s fiscal revenue growth picked up pace in September from a month earlier, according to Reuters calculations based on official data on Tuesday, but declining government land sales revenue…
Climate inaction risks damaging Philippines growth – World Bank
MANILA (Reuters) – Extreme weather events and rising temperatures could see 13.6% of the Philippines’ economic output lost by 2040, inflicting a heavy toll on the country’s poorest if it does not…
Qatar’s Emir says initial indicators show GDP growth of 4.3% in H1 2022
DUBAI (Reuters) – Qatar’s Emir said on Tuesday that initial indicators show GDP growth of 4.3% in the first half of 2022. High energy prices have so far translated into a budget…
Fintech Marqeta pushes into banking for next growth phase
By Hannah Lang (Reuters) – Marqeta, a fintech company focused on payments services, is launching a suite of new banking products in a major push to deepen its relationships with customers which…
China’s exports to Russia up by more than 20% as growth slows elsewhere
BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s exports to sanctions-hit Russia rose at a double-digit pace for the third consecutive month in September, bucking the trend of weakening external demand elsewhere amid the Russia-Ukraine war…
China’s Q3 pork output growth slows as farmers reduce breeding herds
BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s third-quarter pork output reached 12.11 million tonnes, up by less than 1% year-on-year, official data showed on Monday, highlighting the impact on production after farmers recorded huge losses…
China Sept industrial output growth beats forecast
BEIJING (Reuters) – China’s industrial output in September rose 6.3% from a year earlier, better than 4.2% growth in August, official data showed on Monday, pointing to a sustained recovery from COVID-19…
Australia to cut economic growth forecasts on lower consumer spending
SYDNEY (Reuters) – Australia’s economic growth is expected to slow sharply next financial year as rising inflation curbs household consumption, according to new forecasts to be unveiled by Treasurer Jim Chalmers in…
Japan Oct factory growth slows to 21-month low, but services pick up – flash PMI
TOKYO (Reuters) – Japan’s factory activity growth slowed further to a 21-month low in October as relentless cost pressures torment manufacturers, but service-sector firms received a boost as the country reopened to…
Dine-ins, Drive-Thrus, and Digital: Taco Bell is Redefining the Restaurant of the Future with Ambitious Growth Pipeline
The brand looks ahead to its next 1,000 locations and beyond, planning for an ever-evolving future with industry-defying restaurant formats Irvine, CA (RestaurantNews.com) Taco Bell is looking long-term as it reinvents what…
Wingers Prepares to Scale New Heights Through Significant Franchise Growth
Fast-growing casual brand sets sights on Intermountain West and Midwest, plans to open in three new markets each year Salt Lake City, UT (RestaurantNews.com) Following a year that forced restaurant brands to…
PJ’s Coffee Poised for Continued Franchise Growth in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Mississippi
Gourmet Coffeehouse Franchise to Stimulate Economy in Key Southern States Over the Next Three Years New Orleans, LA (RestaurantNews.com) PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans – a gourmet coffee company renowned for its…
Teriyaki Madness Celebrates 100th Shop Opening in Katy, TX On the Heels of Exceptional Growth in 2020
Hometown husband-and-wife entrepreneurs will open this milestone shop, their second location of this booming franchise, with lots more on the way. Denver, CO (RestaurantNews.com) Hey, ya’ll. Teriyaki Madness is about to hit…
Franchise Growth Solutions Adds Biggby Coffee to Its Franchise Roster in 2021
New York, NY (RestaurantNews.com) Franchise Growth Solutions, LLC, one of the leading franchise development and sales organizations, has added BIGGBY® COFFEE to its growing list of franchise concepts available in 2021. BIGGBY®…
Rush Bowls Poised for Explosive Growth in Healthy Fast-Casual Space
Pioneer in fruit and veggie bowls industry set for additional national expansion Boulder, CO (RestaurantNews.com) Rush Bowls – a fast-casual concept known for its fresh and healthy meals-in-a-bowl – is poised to…
Smoothie King Reports Outstanding 18% Same-Store Sales Growth During Q1
Global Franchise Leader in Healthy Lifestyle Smoothies is off to a Hot Start in 2021, Opening 32 Stores and Receiving Signed Agreements for 71 Future Stores Dallas, TX (RestaurantNews.com) After closing out…
On The Border Signs First New Franchisee in Over 10 Years, Brand Poised for Major Growth with Franchise Pipeline
Perspective Hospitality to bring On The Border to South Padre Island this summer South Padre Island, TX (RestaurantNews.com) Following a year of uncertainty and trying times for the restaurant industry, On The…
Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group Poised for Growth
John McKay Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group Adds to Leadership Team to Propel Expansion New Orleans, LA (RestaurantNews.com) New Orleans-based Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group, comprised of the iconic Ruby Slipper Café and sister…
Happy Joe’s Spreads Its Magic Across the Midwest Through Targeted Franchise Growth
New CEO drives popular family-centric pizza concept’s expansion with new restaurant openings, franchise incentives and conversion strategy Bettendorf, IA (RestaurantNews.com) Driven by the passion of its new CEO, Happy Joe’s Pizza &…
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