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March 16, 2026 When gas prices go up, QSR traffic goes down.

When fuel prices rise, restaurant traffic tends to fall in almost inverse proportion. QSR marketing calendars should focus on value.

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February 24, 2026 Two Economies, One Battleground

Two consumer economies have quietly taken shape in America. One still dines out regularly. The other group feels squeezed—and QSR (especially burgers and chicken) has…

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February 9, 2026 LOOMIS Super Bowl Party — Our Top 10 Ad Picks

An annual tradition in which we weigh in on our top 10 ads that won the moments between the plays in this year's Super Bowl.

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December 3, 2025 What Smart Restaurant Marketers Will Do to Win in 2026

Smart restaurant marketers need to make disciplined choices about how they show up for 2026. Embrace these 3 Truths to make it a banger year.

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November 10, 2025 Why Modern CMOs Should Lead with Challenger Brand Thinking

Clear positioning, smart strategy, and the courage to take calculated swings. Challenger brands don’t wait for permission. They set the pace.

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October 13, 2025 Be Yourself. Every Other Restaurant Is Already Taken.

The most successful restaurant brands lean into challenger branding, creating a clear and defensible position in the marketplace.

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