While there were a considerable number of new launches, with 187 new titles debuting in the first half of the year, 2009 has seen a larger number fold -- 279. Some of the biggest titles Domino and the once-touted Portfolio.
The QSR's core burger business has seen growing competition from a proliferating number of smaller-format fast-casual chains offering premium burgers, such as Smashburger and Five Guys, points out Technomic's Darren Tristano. In addition, Burger King and other key competitors already have premium burger offerings.
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