Archive for Rumor Has It


Dec 21, 2023
Rumor Has It: The Vanishing of Ghost Kitchens
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If you have ever seen a new restaurant on an ordering app and noticed that it shares an address with another local chain like Chili’s or Applebee’s, then you have encountered a ghost kitchen. These restaurants exist only online and […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Nov 16, 2023
Rumor Has It: The Bill Comes Due for Restaurants
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As the end of the year draws near, all eyes are on retail and the boom or bust of Black Friday; however, on the periphery the restaurant industry is undergoing a major shift. Restaurants have had a bumpy ride the […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Oct 19, 2023
Rumor Has It Consolidation is King
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It has always been difficult for small businesses to get a foothold against their larger counterparts. Small companies have to rely more on the connections they form with customers and carving out a unique brand identity. Large corporations come with […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Sep 21, 2023
Rumor Has It: Return at Your Own Risk
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With the holidays fast approaching, all eyes are fixating on Black Friday and the chance for record setting revenue. The sales themselves are only half the equation; the inevitable returns that follow those Black Friday deals are top of mind […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…

Aug 24, 2023
Rumor Has It: Balking at Rising Prices
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Inflation has caused prices to spiral out of control for many Americans. Businesses are facing increased expenses from the supply chain, and they have passed those rising costs onto consumers. For the past two years customers have been accepting of […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…


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