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QSR sector set for 1% rebound after last year’s projected decline
The sector’s next phase hinges on balancing value and costs.
QSR sector set for 1% rebound after last year’s projected decline
The sector’s next phase hinges on balancing value and costs.
Baskin-Robbins to launch feature-rich rewards app in 2026
Winning the Gen Z battle means moving beyond transactions into culture.
Chocoberry expands in UK with Gen Z-Driven growth
It sold 16 franchises in the past 14 months.
Bakers Delight tests smaller stores to cut costs, expand reach
High electricity prices remain a key barrier to growth.
Tourism, population gains spur hospitality growth in Gulf countries
Tourists in Dubai alone spent almost $120m in 2024.
OOSHMAN eyes Queensland expansion as consumer confidence falls
The goal is to reach 26 restaurants by end-2026 and 50 outlets by 2029.
Fast-food CEOs embrace IT to keep pace with digital-savvy diners
Digital channels now account for 45% of Kudu’s orders.
Wingstop bets on core menu, global tech push
The goal is to break into the world’s top 10 restaurant brands.
El Jannah targets 100-store expansion with drive-thru push
Demand for fresh ingredients and convenience is fueling growth.
Domino’s, rivals flock to chicken as competition heats up
Its popularity is driving menu innovation even at non-chicken chains.
Suburbs gain ground as favoured dining hotspot
Two in five diners visit the CBD less than once a month, and 20% avoid it altogether.
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.
How Popeyes UAE endeared itself to local consumers
Convenience and digital-first ordering are driving customer behaviour.
Al Sayer accelerates Caribou, Five Guys expansion
It’s no longer about being everywhere; it’s about being where it matters.
Fast food chains lean on promotions, loyalty schemes to offset weak demand
Brands are competing for the same meal slots.
Careem Food points to delivery-specific menus to attract more solo diners
In the UAE, 64% of lunch orders are for individual meals.
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