Research
Most businesses now planning for life after lockdown: survey
Most businesses now planning for life after lockdown: survey
CGA and Fourth’s latest study reveals that operators remain deeply pessimistic about both market prospects and the future of their own businesses.
How COVID-19 is reshaping the future of food retailing
Food Futures Insights’ new report details how they see customer experience will change after the pandemic.
Hospitality sector sees Q1 sales drop 21.3%
The drop in trading was concentrated in March, when the lockdown was implemented.
Consumers “in sober mood” during lockdown, study says
Alcohol consumption fell across the country.
Two-thirds of hospitality businesses to not survive prolonged lockdown: study
A majority believe a significant break or ‘holiday’ from rent obligations is required.
Retail sales down by record 5.1% in March due to lockdown: study
A “sharp correction” in April is expected.
Less interactions with touchscreen kiosks post-shutdown: study
Customers will be more likely to want to use their own mobile phones when ordering.
EXCLUSIVE: Pre-shutdown dining trends show surge in breakfast visits
The NPD Group said this accounted for about half of total QSR growth.
Consumer concern over COVID-19 exposure doubles in two weeks: study
36% of Brits are “extremely concerned” about the outbreak’s impact on their lifestyles.
Latest Post-Shutdown Foodservice Survey
More than half of respondents say they will return to eating out once the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.
Pub and restaurant sales fall 71% after following gov't orders to close sites: study
Trading in chains sinked by 75%.
Restaurant industry one of worst-hit sectors by COVID-19: Brand Finance
Other industries projected to be severely affected include aviation and hotels.
Less visits for restaurants, pubs and coffee shops due to COVID-19 fears
More suburban consumers say they are avoiding going out.
Shopping centres, outlet malls most impacted by COVID-19: study
The disease’s impact is also expected to accelerate underlying consumer trends.
Curry is top comfort food for Brits during COVID-19 crisis: study
Takeaway curry orders increased by 107%.
Pub, bar and restaurant closures fall 1.8% in 2019
The lowest rate of year-on-year decline for nearly two years.
Brits to spend £4 billion at coffee shops in 2020: study
Coffee shop sales increased by 27% between 2015 and 2019.
