Starbucks, KFC, Pizza Hut face boycotts in Indonesia, Malaysia
Starbucks, KFC, and Pizza Hut face continued boycotts in Indonesia and Malaysia over perceived Israel links amid the Gaza war. Operators slash prices, stress halal menus, and boost local hiring to win back customers. Sales and profits have slumped for many, though some operators rebounded via cost cuts and menu changes. Boycotts may persist without Gaza conflict resolution.