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Wendy's Dynamic Pricing Controversy
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Wendy’s new CEO, Kirk Tanner, stirs debate with plans for dynamic pricing and AI menu changes to boost margins, sparking concerns about affecting lower-income customers. Despite backlash, Wendy’s aims to enhance customer experience through digital menu boards and lower prices. Competitors like Burger King seize the opportunity to mock Wendy's pricing strategy.
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How might AI-powered dynamic pricing reshape consumer behavior in the fast-food sector?
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What strategies can Wendy’s employ to mitigate concerns about disadvantaging lower-income customers?
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