Beef operations in North America and Australia remain strong, the company said.

System-wide sales across the company’s three restaurant chains jumped 8% overall.

The company is optimistic about export opportunities and prospects for its new product introductions.

The chain could close as many as 500 older restaurants.

The company said there has been a rebound in the Mexican market as well.

The report’s recommendations include reducing food waste, encouraging plant-based food intake and using GMOs.

Private equity firm Vintage Capital Management has eyes for all outstanding common shares of the premium burger chain.

Unresolved trade agreements loom large.

Gas stations are moving in ‘a more specialty direction,’ while vending machines freshen up.

Corn futures tumbled following the report’s release.