Burger King's Earnings Preview: Increased Competition From Fast-Casual Segment To Affect Sales Growth [Part 1]

The last six months have been a struggling period for all the major fast-food companies with rising competition from the fast-casual restaurants such as Chipotle Mexican Grill and Panera Bread. Moreover, Burger King has to fight top Quick Service Restaurants brands such as McDonald's, Dunkin' Brands and Starbucks for the breakfast market share.