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UK foodservice market to expand at 6.6% CAGR through 2030
UK foodservice market to expand at 6.6% CAGR through 2030
Restaurants providing clear dietary information are building trust and encouraging repeat visits.
Subway expands digital strategy with UK gift card launch
The gift cards complement existing digital touch points like kiosks and mobile ordering.
Business confidence sinks to five-year low in Q3
Confidence dropped by 15 percentage points from the previous quarter.
Weekly Global Wrap: Goldman Sachs reportedly buying Burger King Japan; Taco Bell taps fans for new menu inspiration; Cai Ca replaces Gong cha in Singapore
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Younger diners to lift restaurant visits: survey
Millennials and Gen Z plan to dine out more despite wider consumer caution.
Afternoon crowds shift coffee rush hour
The morning rush is now replaced with a more social coffee occasion.
Chaiiwala targets hospitals, campuses in expansion push
It wants to transform Indian dining into a modern, social experience.
Auntie Anne’s targets 100 UK stores by 2030
The expansion will focus on high-traffic areas like malls and train stations.
What’s threatening the hospitality industry's revival?
There were 11 closures per week during September.
Chocoberry expands in UK with Gen Z-Driven growth
It sold 16 franchises in the past 14 months.
Rising costs push hospitality leaders to cut growth budget
Nearly two-thirds have increased their operational expenditure over the last 12 months.
What lies ahead for Costa Coffee’s next owners?
Reports said that Coca-Cola is looking to offload the brand.
Who's drawing the most crowd in the UK's fast food scene?
Overall, fast-food traffic grew 0.8% in H1.
Domino’s, rivals flock to chicken as competition heats up
Its popularity is driving menu innovation even at non-chicken chains.
QSRs slash prices as value wars loom
They also face competition from casual-dining brands.
Fast food chains lean on promotions, loyalty schemes to offset weak demand
Brands are competing for the same meal slots.
How the return of communal dining is changing workplace culture
More workers are taking the time to fully use their lunch breaks.
