Beloved 107-Year-Old Burger Chain Closes Locations Amid Economic Challenges

A beloved burger chain with a century-long history is closing locations due to economic challenges affecting the fast-food sector. Wendy's plans to close around 292–350 underperforming U.S. units in 2026 as part of its turnaround strategy, while A&W Restaurants has also shuttered several franchise locations.

By Kirk O’Neil May 5, 2026 3 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Beloved 107-Year-Old Burger Chain Closes Locations Amid Economic Challenges

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