CNBC | US Top News and Analysis Follow Wendy's franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles One of Wendy's biggest U.S. franchisees, Meritage Hospitality Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/18/wendys-franchisee-files-for-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection.html cnbc.com