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The company repurchased US$686.5 million in stock at an average price of US$42.39 per share during the quarter.

In his expanded role, Russell will continue overseeing corporate communications while intensifying focus on internal communications, culture development, and cross-brand alignment.

This pilot represents a step toward expanding autonomous deliveries to more US markets, combining Grubhub’s marketplace, Wonder’s culinary innovation, and Avride’s robotics to deliver convenience and reliability.

The assistant manager role aims to improve daily operations, enhance team coaching, and deliver a superior customer experience.

Yadav Enterprises, based in Fremont, California, is a seasoned restaurant franchisee operating over 300 locations across brands including Jack in the Box, Denny’s, El Pollo Loco, and Corner Bakery.

These robots are fully electric and environmentally friendly, substituting short car trips with low-energy transport that reduces carbon emissions.

Carryout comparable sales increased 8.7%, thanks to growth in Domino’s loyalty program, while delivery comparable sales rose 2.5%.

Dunkin’ has opened over 230 new stores in 2025 alone, according to its franchise disclosure document, a stark contrast to rivals like Starbucks, which reported store closures in recent quarters.

The new long-haul routes, awaiting approval from the US Department of Transportation (DOT), are scheduled to launch in May and June, marking a key milestone in the airline’s North American expansion strategy.

The expansion will cover four key regions, northwest, west, central, and southeast, each overseen by an experienced local franchisee with deep market knowledge.