https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/major-wendy-s-franchisee-files-for-bankruptcyContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/major-wendy-s-franchisee-files-for-bankruptcyhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/major-wendy-s-franchisee-files-for-bankruptcy#u81537Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:57:46 +0000Meritage Hospitality Group, a major Wendy's franchisee operating 314 US locations, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The company attributes the filing to record beef prices and weak marketing. In response, Wendy's Co has terminated the franchisee's agreements, claiming Meritage no longer has the right to operate the units. Wendy's indicated these locations may be transitioned to corporate management or new operators. The bankruptcy affects various regions, including 13 locations in Massachusetts and operations in Connecticut.Why it mattersThis filing highlight