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Burgers are winning fans in live sport venues

Burgers are winning fans in live sport venues

People prefer food that is easy to handle, quick, and filling.
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Weekly Global Wrap: Sonic overhauls drinks menu; KFC unveils pickle-themed menu; Chipotle rolls out a new sauce.

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
1 day ago

Hospitality insolvencies jump 9% in January

Persistent wet weather and fragile consumer sentiment contributed to a stagnant trading environment.
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Nearly 1 in 2 fast food chains in the UK are American

American QSRs account for 44% of all restaurant visits.

Fast food market set to reach US$868b by 2030

Rising urbanisation and consumer demand drive global sector growth

Restaurant demand weakens as GLP-1 drugs reshape diets

More users report higher vegetable intake and fewer snacks.

Operators warned to be vigilant as food and drink prices stabilise

The market remains susceptible to micro pressures in the supply chain.

QSR expansion is driving down customer visits

Visits are not keeping pace with restaurant openings.

Is the food delivery market hitting reset?

Deliveroo and Menulog exits signal food delivery consolidation.

Britain’s leading contract caterers dish out 9% sales in Q4 2025

Full-year sales rose 8.4% year-on-year, outpacing inflation.

Historic rain forces 10th month of takeaway declines

Consumers are seen turning to the convenience of delivery instead.

QSR prices outpace retail despite low F&B inflation

Disparity reflects cost pressures faced by the hospitality trade.

Low‑capital sites fuels rapid growth for some UK restaurants

YouMeSushi is banking on a low‑setup‑cost model to spur growth.