McDonald's CEO gives 3 predictions for the restaurant business in 2025

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski this week offered up three predictions for trends that the quick-service restaurant industry could see this year.

Eggs are not the only expensive food: Beef prices are also on the rise

A lot of attention has been focused on high egg prices due to the bird flu. However, the price of beef is also on the rise as production isn't keeping pace with demand.

Expect more restaurant bankruptcies in 2025, expert says

A growing number of restaurant chains have fallen on hard times. A bankruptcy attorney expects this trend to continue, saying companies are saddled with debt.

McDonald's promises no surcharges on eggs

Amid skyrocketing egg prices in America, one fast food giant has promised their eggs won’t be getting pricier.

'Dessert stomach' lives in your brain, say scientists

The part of the brain that regulates fullness also drives an appetite for desserts, says study.

Starbucks laying off more than 1,000 corporate employees

The move comes as dozens of other private companies have announced layoffs so far in 2025, in addition to thousands of positions being affected within the federal government.

Dunkin' to make popular drink customization free beginning next month

Dunkin' will no longer charge an extra fee for certain substitutions, following suit with a decision made by competitor Starbucks a few months ago.

Texas home to the first dual-branded Applebee's | IHOP restaurant in the country

Seguin, Texas is now home to the first dual-branded Applebee’s | IHOP restaurant in the U.S. The new restaurant opened to the public on Feb. 18, 2025.

USDA accidentally fired bird flu employees and is now trying to rehire them

The Trump administration is working to “rectify" the termination of several employees over the weekend that were working to combat bird flu, the agency said.

This breakfast food might prevent colon cancer

A recent study shows that people who ate this tasty food at least twice a week had a lower rate of colon cancer compared to those who ate it less frequently.

Millions of granola bars recalled due to 'potential presence of metal': FDA

Millions of MadeGood granola bars are being recalled due to the "potential presence of a piece of metal in the product." The FDA recently raised the risk category to Class II.