Hidden Catalysts Wendy's consistent focus on global expansion of restaurants to drive long-term growth is encouraging. Additionally, menu innovation, promotional offers and bold new packaging will drive sales. The company, which shares space with BJ's Restaurants, Inc. BJRI , Carrols Restaurant Group, Inc. TAST and Darden Restaurants, Inc. DRI expects labor inflation of roughly 3-4% and commodity inflation around 1-2% for the current year.