
Small Business Optimism Down
The National Federation of Small Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index declines 5.5 points in December, with owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months.
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The National Federation of Small Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index declines 5.5 points in December, with owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months.

Marco's Pizza debuted Build-Your-Own Pizza Bowls, a national menu item starting January 18, with a crustless pizza baked in a bowl and customizable toppings.

Golden Chick launches modular restaurant design, saving 10-15 percent overall.

Prospect Capital Restaurants partnered with Corlex Capital to acquire 10 Wingstop restaurants and develop or acquire 13 more.

MassageLuxe area developers plan to open 15 more spa locations in the Orlando and Jacksonville areas.

The U.S. Small Business Administration reopens the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) for new borrowers and certain existing PPP borrowers.

Neighborly acquires Precision Door Service, expanding its portfolio of home service brands and franchises.

Larry and Brenda Morlan become multi-unit franchisees with Scooter’s Coffee this week when they open their second Iowa store.

DBMC Restaurants, a multi-brand franchise operator, signs a 30-unit deal with MOD Pizza, expanding into three new states.

A Technomic study explores how technology is transforming the foodservice industry, with emerging trends in restaurant technology.

Technomic predicts 2021 foodservice trends, including a clearer road to recovery and a focus on better-for-you, local, and clean-label menu items.

Solis Management signs a 20-store development agreement with Marco's Pizza, expanding the brand's presence in Texas markets.

35 percent of small business operators struggle to pay rent in full and on time, according to a report by Alignable.

A poll from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and MetLife finds that half of small businesses see their operations continuing for a year or less in the current business climate.

The National Restaurant Association is asking Congress for additional financial help for its industry and sharing new survey findings to illustrate the restaurant industry’s ongoing struggles.

LG2 Restaurant Group portfolio grows with new Oklahoma DQ Grill & Chill location, marking the sixth franchise location for the group.

A poll finds nearly half of small businesses fear they won't make enough money to stay afloat, indicating a long way to go for a post-Covid-19 recovery.

New report cites labor quality as a top problem for small business operators, with 53% of owners reporting hiring or trying to hire in November.

California Pizza Guys operator Abe Mohammed opens fourth location in Stockton, California, expanding his California portfolio.

Taco John's announces a new royalty incentive plan for new franchisees in 2021, offering reduced royalties for area development agreements and single-unit development deals.

Multi-brand operator Shiv 8 Panama City, LLC enters into an area development agreement with Fazoli's to bring three locations to Northern Florida.

Tasty Restaurant Group acquires 37 Pizza Hut locations in Virginia and West Virginia, expanding its portfolio and increasing market share.

The pizza business has been well-suited for the pandemic of 2020.

Multi-unit operator RSolution Holdings signs 50-unit deal with Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, expanding its partnership with the brand and prioritizing team members and guests.