Restaurant stocks

Restaurant stocks are almost all fast food franchises that have come to dominate the food world. Restaurant corporations like McDonalds (NYSE:MCD) and Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM). Though these massive corporations rule the restaurant industry, there are a few chains that are rising in power such as Chipotle (NYSE:CMG) and Dunkin’ Donuts (NASDAQ:DNKN), both of which make great investments.

Order Up Some Delicious Wendy’s Stock

Wendy's has pulled off an impressive turnaround over the last few years -- and one that's sent the stock soaring. Is it too late to buy in?

3 Hot Consumer Plays, Fresh off the Grill

Hot stocks to buy right now include some popular restaurant chains that have seen brisk earnings and sales growth.

Brinker’s Insider Selling Is a Scary Sign

A lot of Brinker's insiders have been selling the stock recently, and things don't look good for the company. But one competitor is looking great right now.

Why Taco Bell’s Killer Marketing Hasn’t Helped Yum Brands

Sales might be "going loco" at Taco Bell, but Yum Brands stock has been pretty mild and is struggling to gain any momentum.

McDonald’s Hopes to Spur Sales With New Mighty Wings

A new McDonald's offering -- Mighty Wings -- will take flight early next month to help spur the lagging fast-food giant's sluggish sales.

Cheap Lobster Means Cheap Lobster Rolls, Right? Hardly

Lobster prices are low, but lobster rolls remain expensive. For consumers, that's just par for the course.

High Shrimp Prices Could Make Darden Restaurants Seasick

Shrimp prices just keep on soaring ... and that's bad news for already-struggling Darden Restaurants and other seafood-centric dining spots.

Should I Buy Shares of Panera? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Panera has been a laggard in 2013 and its second-quarter earnings report left a lot to be desired. Should investors pass on the stock?

Krispy Kreme Stock Is Sizzling

Krispy Kreme stock has been putting on quite a show over the last year ... but the real question is whether it can keep that performance going.

What Restaurant Stock Rules Fast Food?

McDonald's earnings revealed some cracks in the golden arches. We sort through the pile of restaurants and find out who is stealing the fast food crown.

McDonald’s Stock Remains Far From Golden

McDonald's stock is far from a buy after another quarter of subpar earnings and a pile of big-picture problems.

Will Earnings Push Panera to $200?

Panera -- which reports after the bell today -- will likely need to blow away earnings estimates for it to break out to new highs.

McDonald’s: A Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity?

We’ve seen this movie before — almost exactly 10 years ago — and if past is prologue, McDonald’s current relative underperformance might be a big opportunity.

Tim Hortons Gets in on the Gluten-Free Game

Tim Hortons will add a certified Gluten-Free Coconut Macaroon to its menu starting on July 15.

Chipotle’s a Buy, But Yum Brands Has to Go

In the world of blue-chip restaurant stocks, one company slinging Mexican food reigns supreme -- and that company doesn't slap Doritos on its menu.

Twinkies: They’re Back, But Still Dead

The Hostess hype machine is full engaged once again now that Twinkies are set to return, but an increasingly healthier America might shorten the welcome quicker than you'd expect.

Starbucks Calorie Counts: Sure, Why Not?

Starbucks will now tell you how many calories you're slurping up in a mocha. The count may be higher than you think, but it's still a smart move for the chain.

Gluten-Free Dunkin’ Donuts to Make Nationwide Debut

Dunkin' Donuts will introduce gluten-free blueberry muffins and cinnamon-sugar donuts at its shops nationwide by the end of this year.

Krispy Kreme Wants to Be Your Coffee Destination

Krispy Kreme is hoping to get consumers to associate it stores and its doughnuts with coffee in order to boost both beverage and doughnut sales.