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Starbucks and Disney team up, Taco Bell's upgrade, McDonald's DEI shift: Food news roundup

Starbucks and Disney team up, Taco Bell's upgrade, McDonald's DEI shift: Food news roundup

Plus, Chick-fil-A is using robots to squeeze its lemons

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Starbucks has rolled out new menu items alongside a limited-time promotion featuring Minnie Mouse tumblers. Taco Bell is also expanding its Luxe Cravings Box with fresh additions. Over at McDonald’s, the brand has launched a new McValue menu while also planning to scale back its DEI efforts. Meanwhile, Chick-fil-A is using robots to boost its lemon juice production – and is even using the tech for purposes beyond just beverages. Check out those stories and more retail news highlights from this week.

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A Starbucks.
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Starbucks is looking to reignite consumer interest by teaming up with Disney (DIS) for a limited-edition Minnie Mouse-themed collection.

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Taco Bell Value Menu items.
Taco Bell Value Menu items.
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Taco Bell (YUM) is expanding its Luxe Cravings Boxes to attract budget-conscious consumers grappling with inflation.

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A McDonald’s restaurant in Miami, Florida.
A McDonald’s restaurant in Miami, Florida.
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McDonald’s is the latest major company to scale back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. It joins the ranks of Walmart, John Deere (DE), and Ford (F).

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Customers at a Chick-fil-A at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Customers at a Chick-fil-A at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
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Chick-fil-A is using robots to handle the bulk of its lemon juice production at its Bay Center Foods facility, a move it says will boost efficiency and reduce waste.

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Starbucks coffee in Sabiha Gokcen Airport, Istanbul.
Starbucks coffee in Sabiha Gokcen Airport, Istanbul.
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Starbucks (SBUX) is adding several new items to its menu in a bid to boost sales and attract customers, many of whom are feeling the pinch of rising prices. After a series of disappointing earnings reports in 2024, the coffee giant’s new strategy could help compete in the “value wars” gripping the fast food sector.

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Wendy’s (WEN) is entering the ongoing “value wars,” with a new 2 for $7 deal, but only for a limited time.

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A Subway restaurant in Miami, Florida.
A Subway restaurant in Miami, Florida.
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Subway is entering the ongoing “value wars” with a new Meal of the Day promotion.

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A Chick-fil-A meal in Novato, California.
A Chick-fil-A meal in Novato, California.
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Chick-fil-A recently made a subtle tweak to its beloved Waffle Potato Fries recipe, and the change has left some loyal customers frustrated.

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A McDonald’s in San Francisco, California.
A McDonald’s in San Francisco, California.
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McDonald’s is diving into the ongoing “value wars” with its new McValue menu as it looks to boost sales and lure inflation-weary consumers.

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