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Greggs sales hit £800m after 7.5% rise in first 19 weeks
Greggs sales hit £800m after 7.5% rise in first 19 weeks
The company said expanding franchise and grocery partnerships boosted sales.
1 hour ago
Caprinos founders launch new chicken QSR chain Zinglet
Caprinos founders launch new chicken QSR chain Zinglet
Zinglet plans to open at least 15 locations over the next year.
4 hours ago
Costa Coffee expands into UK cinemas with major Cineworld deal
Costa Coffee expands into UK cinemas with major Cineworld deal
The agreement spans 10 years, with rollout planned throughout the year.
5 hours ago
Papa Johns trials drone delivery in the US
Papa Johns trials drone delivery in the US
The brand plans to integrate this into the Papa Johns app.
1 day ago
UK QSR founders share growth lessons at QSR Media UK Redcat Conference & Awards 2026
UK QSR founders share growth lessons at QSR Media UK Redcat Conference & Awards 2026
The founders of SushiDog, B Bagel, and Urban Barista are joining the conference.
1 day ago
Social Media Wrap: Starbucks launches new matcha frappuccino; Jollibee confirms unlimited gravy promotion; Shake Shack reopens Victoria restaurant with new visuals
Social Media Wrap: Starbucks launches new matcha frappuccino; Jollibee confirms unlimited gravy promotion; Shake Shack reopens Victoria restaurant with new visuals
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
2 days ago
Burger King UK lifts sales 6.8% to £379.9m in FY2025
Burger King UK lifts sales 6.8% to £379.9m in FY2025
The increase was mainly driven by higher home delivery volumes.
2 days ago
Deals drive demand as 48% of consumers favour discounted visits
Deals drive demand as 48% of consumers favour discounted visits
However, eating out leads consumer spending cuts despite the discount appeal.
2 days ago
Fireaway Pizza turns 10 with limited-time Italian menu
Fireaway Pizza turns 10 with limited-time Italian menu
The chain will also run a “Nonnas Eat for Free” promotion throughout May.
2 days ago
B Bagel rolls out major menu overhaul across all sites
B Bagel rolls out major menu overhaul across all sites
The rollout includes seven new bagel options.
2 days ago
Inspire Brands enters IPO pipeline with confidential SEC filing
Inspire Brands enters IPO pipeline with confidential SEC filing
The company did not disclose the number of shares to be sold or the expected price range.
3 days ago
McDonald's Corporation grows global systemwide sales 11% beating earnings estimates
McDonald's Corporation grows global systemwide sales 11% beating earnings estimates
The group’s adjusted earnings per share were $2.83, beating industry forecasts.
3 days ago
Wendy’s Q1 US sales fall but sees growth in international markets
Wendy’s Q1 US sales fall but sees growth in international markets
Global system-wide sales dipped 5.5%. In Q1
3 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's warn of weak Q2; Customers help improve Burger King's Whopper; Subway shuts more than 700 restaurants in the US
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's warn of weak Q2; Customers help improve Burger King's Whopper; Subway shuts more than 700 restaurants in the US
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
3 days ago
Pret A Manger names Stefan Porter as Chief Supply Chain Officer
Pret A Manger names Stefan Porter as Chief Supply Chain Officer
He will oversee the company’s global procurement and logistics.
5 days ago
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UK restaurant chains rethink menus as weight-loss drugs reshape demand
Operators cut portions and test alternative store formats amidst cost pressure.
2 days ago
Research
Hot drinks lead steepest price increase in fast food
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The pricing gap between food and beverage has closed in February.
Research
Restaurant inflation outpaces retail as operators rethink pricing
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Rising labour and food costs force operators to adopt more targeted pricing strategies.
Executive insights
Chipotle sharpens its edge as UK QSR pressures rise
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The brand builds value through its core strengths, led by a customisable menu.
Executive insights
Smacks pursues dual funding to speed UK expansion
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Rap duo Krept and Konan back the round and join as creative directors.
Executive insights
QSRs are shifting toward 'smarter' value-led strategies as price sensitivity heightens
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The future winners will not simply be the cheapest or the biggest expanders.
Executive insights
B Bagel highlights delivery as core channel reshaping operations
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Building tighter operational systems and training ensures delivery quality mirrors in-store execution.
Event News
COO Richard Benton believes that simplicity and differentiation are now the only path to franchise growth.
