Burger King Watches Profits Rise 60%, Eyeing Overseas Growth

“(AP) NEW YORK – Burger King Worldwide Inc.’s (BKW) net income surged 60 percent in the second quarter as the fast food chain reworked its menu and focused on expanding overseas.

As the fast-food market becomes increasingly crowded at home in the U.S., Burger King has concentrated on growing abroad. In the past year, 80 percent of new store openings have been in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.”

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