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

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

Rising urbanisation and consumer demand drive global sector growth
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Restaurant demand weakens as GLP-1 drugs reshape diets

More users report higher vegetable intake and fewer snacks.
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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.

Hospitality insolvencies drops to 26% in December 2025

This marks the lowest monthly level in two years.

Why chicken leads the UK QSR market

Visits to chicken restaurants increased significantly, compared to the wider fast-food sector.

Fast-food, quick-service chains power top 25 brands to $190.1b in 2026

Expansion and rising takeout, delivery, and quick-service demand drive sector growth.

Meal deals hit 20% of menus as LTO prices plunge 12%

Limited-time offers now make up 6% of the average menu.