Dine CEO Joyce Sees Lower Food Costs in 2019

The transcript discusses the strong performance of Applebee's and IHOP, highlighting their sales growth and strategic initiatives. It covers the companies' growth strategies, including potential acquisitions and franchise expansion. The transcript also addresses the successful turnaround of the brands, emphasizing consumer engagement and franchisee profitability. Challenges such as labor costs and food commodities are discussed, along with promotional strategies that drive customer traffic and profitability.

What strategies are being implemented to drive customer traffic back to the restaurants?

What are the expected trends for food commodity costs in the upcoming year?