Frank Carney
Coverage of Frank Carney in the Nexus archive.
- The rise and fall of an American Legend: How the US fell out of love with Pizza Hut
The American fast food brand Pizza Hut is undergoing a major transition, with many locations closing its doors. Owned by Yum! Brands, the company's operations are being sold for $2.7 billion in two structured deals. The U.S. business and global locations (excluding China) are slated to be acquired by LongRange Capital for roughly $1.5 billion.
- Pizza Hut brings back vintage vibes as franchisees embrace nostalgic makeovers
Pizza Hut is reviving 1980s and 1990s-style décor at 38 locations operated by the Kansas-based Daland Corporation. The 'Pizza Hut Classic' retro makeovers include red cups, checkerboard tables, and Tiffany-style lamps, alongside promotions for the 'Book It!' program. The nostalgic design has received enthusiastic public reactions, with viral social media content and positive customer feedback.