Burger King US sales jump 8.4% in third quarter
The chain reintroduced chicken nuggets with improved breading and plans to update its fries next.
Burger King US comparable sales increased 8.4% in the third quarter, parent company Restaurant Brands International said in its earnings release. The chain reported adjusted earnings of $1.10 per share, beating analyst estimates of $1.08.
Burger King US president Tom Curtis said customers view fast food as a treat and want quality when they spend. The chain recently reintroduced its chicken nuggets following guest feedback, offering improved breading and a juicier nugget.
Curtis said fries are next on the list for improvements. He said it takes time to figure out the details but confirmed the chain will do something with fries.
Burger King made several changes to its Whopper for the first time in nearly a decade. The updated burger features a more premium bun and reformulated mayonnaise. Restaurant Brands International reported revenue of $2.525 billion, up 3.1% year over year.
Source: finance.yahoo.com
