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.

Will the Payroll Tax Hike Hurt Growth?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 16, 2013

The macro effect of lower take-home pay for millions of Americans isn't as clear as you may think. But the impact on specific stocks should be no mystery.

Restaurant Trend: Pizza … for Breakfast!

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 15, 2013

A new trend, identified by research firm Datassential, shows that breakfast pizza is a growing menu item in America.

Goodbye, Ruby Tuesday

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 11, 2013

Ruby Tuesday is struggling to execute a turnaround and hopes fast-casual Mexican can help. It could happen, but there are better places to park your money.

McDonald’s: Nothing Novel (And That’s OK!)

By Charles Sizemore, Principal of Sizemore Capital Jan 10, 2013

As its Mighty Wings illustrate, McDonald's is like Microsoft in that it doesn't create -- it just copies and institutionalizes. But more often than not, it works.

Wendy’s Hikes Prices — Here Come Falling Sales

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jan 4, 2013

Dollar-menu items are killing its already scant operating profit margins, but higher prices will likely punish the top line, making things even worse.

ETF Alternatives for Last Week’s Hot Stocks

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 26, 2012

Some of InvestorPlace's top stock picks in restaurant, travel, gun, and mega-cap stocks can be wrapped up into more secure bundles via exchange-traded funds.

3 Biggest Restaurant Nutrition Trends in 2012

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 21, 2012

Calorie counts on menus, allergy awareness and bans on large-size sugary drinks topped the trends for restaurants this year.

KFC Facing Media Claims of Tainted Chicken

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 19, 2012

KFC says it will punish chicken suppliers that break the law after a Chinese TV report said a supplier used hormones and drugs during chicken production.

Smell This! Pizza Hut Creates a Special-Edition Perfume

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 6, 2012

'Eau de Pizza Hut,' a perfume from Pizza Hut, is being sent out to 100 lucky fans of the company's Facebook page.

5 Reasons Darden Doesn’t Look So Delicious

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 4, 2012

Here's one: The restaurant company's dismal earnings forecast. And that in itself is a reflection of some deeper-seated problems that have investors fleeing.

Parents, Kids Not Digging the New Chuck E. Cheese Mascot

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Nov 30, 2012

The updated look of Chuck E. Cheese's iconic rodent mascot isn't as popular as his earlier appearance, according to a marketing firm's analysis.

3 Reasons Why McDonald’s Will Be Just Fine

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 24, 2012

Everyone panicked when McDonald's reported a slip in same-store sales last week, but rumors of the fast-food king's demise have been greatly exaggerated.

5 Food Trends to Taste in 2013

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 19, 2012

What's in one year can be out the next ... even when it comes to food. These five food trends could mean a promising future for a few companies in 2013.

Taco Bell Expands Desserts and Snacks

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer Nov 8, 2012

Taco Bell has announced its latest menu additions: A new line of dessert and snack items for those hungry in the afternoon.

Health Care Law Prompts Shift to Part-Time Workers

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Nov 5, 2012

A number of employers in the restaurant and hotel business are increasing their numbers of part-time workers to avoid requirements of the health care law.