Innovative pasta products are debuting in retail and foodservice.

Chains are tapping into fall flavor trends.

Stock still slumps after pizza giant cuts forecast for global store openings.

Company CFO also discusses sales goals.

Net income climbs 20% in first quarter.

Spring has sprung—with new sandwiches.

Chain aims to open 1,100 new outlets annually.

Chain expects changes in rewards program to drive traffic.

New seasonal sandwiches shake up menus.

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