Research
Hospitality groups report 1.3% growth in August
Dreary weather and underwhelming consumer confidence were cited as the reason.
Hospitality groups report 1.3% growth in August
Dreary weather and underwhelming consumer confidence were cited as the reason.
Football fever helps pubs whilst summer slump hits casual dining
Meanwhile, fast food restaurants saw less in-store traffic but an increase in delivery.
1 in 2 feel hospitality leaders feel confident about their business prospects
However, this was a 4% drop from May’s figure of 53%
Here's what morning traffic is doing to UK's QSR brands
The first half of the year saw a 13.9% boost in morning traffic.
Regional disparities define the UK’s fast food industry in 2024
A new report reveals how some areas are thriving whilst others face significant challenges.
Britain’s hospitality sector records first outlet growths in two years
There were 462 net new openings between March and June.
Bakery and Sandwich traffic only segment to grow in H1
Traffic dropped by 1% overall.
4 in 5 diners said they like to try new cuisines when eating out
Asian foods came out as the most popular cuisine across the world.
Is the UK foodservice market showing signs of recovery?
Meaningful Vision tracked the overall traffic trends by segment.
1 in 2 consumers prefer familiar restaurants over new ones
However, restaurants with discounts or reward systems can still entice them.
Price fluctuations should remind operators that the market remains volatile—analyst
Inflation in June 2024 stood at 3.6%.
Hospitality group sales growth slightly dips in May
But it is still ahead of the current rate of inflation as measured by the Consumer Prices Index.
Hospitality insolvencies climb 20% in May
Unseasonal cold and wet weather impacted trading in the first half of 2024.
Disparities in the rate of price inflation across fast-food menus
Price hikes vary by menu category, led by drinks.
3 in 4 hospitality workers struggle with mental health
The top challenges were long hours and the cost of living crisis.
Dine-in catches up as delivery inflation cools faster
Delivery was considerably more expansive but the gap has started to narrow.
Hospitality businesses warned to brace for higher wage cost
Wages could increase by 50% for workers aged 18 to 20.
Commentary
People want experiences – but not at the cost of food & beverage