Research
Rising costs push hospitality leaders to cut growth budget
Rising costs push hospitality leaders to cut growth budget
Nearly two-thirds have increased their operational expenditure over the last 12 months.
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Starbucks reveals UK’s favourite coffee
The brand also revealed the key favourite brew in some UK cities.
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Deliveries up but takeaway dips as consumers look for more convenience
Delivery option expansion has driven growth despite flat like-for-like sales.
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Hospitality food and drink prices climbs 0.4% in August
This marks the fifth consecutive month of price increases
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Consumers lean on AI tools to find and review restaurants
Operators are directed to harness AI to hear consumer voices.
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What lies ahead for Costa Coffee’s next owners?
Reports said that Coca-Cola is looking to offload the brand.
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Who's drawing the most crowd in the UK's fast food scene?
Overall, fast-food traffic grew 0.8% in H1.
Hospitality insolvencies climbs for a third time in July
This marks the highest monthly figure since November 2024.
UK fast-food growth slows as new sites split existing demand
Market expanded 1% in H1 2025 as traffic spreads thin across more outlets.
Hospitality vacancies rise to 78,000 in August
This is the first time it has increased in a year.
Domino’s, rivals flock to chicken as competition heats up
Its popularity is driving menu innovation even at non-chicken chains.
Fast-food brands lose growth momentum
London footfall also weakened for the first time since the pandemic.
QSRs slash prices as value wars loom
They also face competition from casual-dining brands.
Restaurants’ at-home sales up 13.5% YoY in July
Delivery orders topped 2.95 million, whilst takeaways neared 2.32 million.
Fast food chains lean on promotions, loyalty schemes to offset weak demand
Brands are competing for the same meal slots.
Hospitality openings fuel total sales growth but like-for-like sales remain flat in July
However, operators may soon face tough spending choices.
How the return of communal dining is changing workplace culture
More workers are taking the time to fully use their lunch breaks.
Commentary
How restaurants can own more customer relationships