Extended pasta lineup and other new offerings energize sales, CEO says.

Company CFO also discusses sales goals.

Net income climbs 20% in first quarter.

Technology will assist the chain in shooting for over 1,100 net new stores a year.

Chain expects changes in rewards program to drive traffic.
 

Management forecasts Uber Eats deal generating $1 billion in additional US sales.

App-users no longer need a traditional address for some deliveries.

Beats out Kellogg’s and Campbell’s, according to Morning Consult.

Vericast survey shows consumers seek value over brand familiarity.

Starbucks tops list for seventh straight year.