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Weekly Global Wrap: Subway unveils first value menu; McDonald's ditches self-serve beverages; Smoothie King rides wellness trend surge
Weekly Global Wrap: Subway unveils first value menu; McDonald's ditches self-serve beverages; Smoothie King rides wellness trend surge
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Restaurant inflation outpaces retail as operators rethink pricing
Rising labour and food costs force operators to adopt more targeted pricing strategies.
Hospitality sector contracts as inflation drives wave of closures in Q1
This marks the sector’s second consecutive quarterly fall.
Chipotle sharpens its edge as UK QSR pressures rise
The brand builds value through its core strengths, led by a customisable menu.
Weekly Global Wrap: White Caste trials vending machines; Burger King Japan lures rival franchisees with $250k incentive; Starbucks sees early gains from loyalty revamp
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
QSRs are shifting toward 'smarter' value-led strategies as price sensitivity heightens
The future winners will not simply be the cheapest or the biggest expanders.
Hospitality insolvencies set to rise further as cost pressures intensify
Analyst expects more restructuring as taxes, inflation and demand weigh on operators.
B Bagel highlights delivery as core channel reshaping operations
Building tighter operational systems and training ensures delivery quality mirrors in-store execution.
Health trends, experiential dining reshapes Britain’s foodservice industry
British foodservice industry is valued at £71b.
Weekly Global Wrap: Chipotle relaunches rewards programme; Popeyes announces One Piece collaboration; McDonald's to add refreshers and crafted sodas
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Cleanliness drives UK quick service restaurant visits
1 in 2 UK diners buy from fast food at least once a month.
YouMeSushi sharpens operations as expansion continues
Growth to be supported by simpler menus and stronger franchise systems amidst ongoing cost pressures.
Ole & Steen targets smarter promotions as value pressure builds
Data-led promotions replace blanket deals to drive traffic and margins.
More than 1 in 2 British GLP-1 users are cutting back on fast food
Healthier foods are seeing an increase in consumption.
Weekly Global Wrap: In-&-Out to still stay away from digital ordering; McDonald's CEO reacts to viral Big Arch burger video; US fast food chains with the best value burgers
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Foodservice inflation dips 0.2% in February but geopolitical risks persist
It is due to lower prices in categories such as milk, cheese, and eggs.
Hospitality business loses £11k a year due to payment outages—report
Four in five experience payment issues during peak times.
