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UAE foodservice market set to nearly triple to $41.8b by 2033
UAE foodservice market set to nearly triple to $41.8b by 2033
Dubai remains the UAE’s busiest foodservice hub due to its global business and tourism role.
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Business confidence sinks to five-year low in Q3
Confidence dropped by 15 percentage points from the previous quarter.
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Wendy’s bets on bold new look as competition heats up in Australia
The momentum has held beyond its flagship launch buzz, with repeat visits helping sustain foot traffic.
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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.
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Half of UAE diners drawn to BOGO deals, restaurant discounts
At least 54% have indicated they have altered dining preferences to cut costs.
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F&B firms turn to smart vending machines as closures mount
The government is looking into developing 'automated kitchens'
Pappa Flock taps custom restaurant, crew training to scale
A meal should feel like a celebration, not a transaction.
Afternoon crowds shift coffee rush hour
The morning rush is now replaced with a more social coffee occasion.
Eating out declines in the UAE as consumers tighten spending: report
Roughly half of those who dine out less often say they are cooking more at home.
Soul Origin bets on drive-thrus to double sales
It plans to open 50 drive-thru restaurants in the next five years.
Saudi café market to soar to $9.87b by 2030 driven by younger consumers seeking social experiences
The segment is growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.23%.
Chaiiwala targets hospitals, campuses in expansion push
It wants to transform Indian dining into a modern, social experience.
Meet Lulu, SaladStop!’s AI ordering assistant
It will debut in Singapore in November before its global launch.
Auntie Anne’s targets 100 UK stores by 2030
The expansion will focus on high-traffic areas like malls and train stations.
Why Macca’s spends $60m on training annually
1 in 12 Australians often get their first job from the fast-food chain.
UAE's favourite fast food chains revealed
Almost 6 in 10 UAE residents dine out at least once a week.
Sushi Sushi bets on Saudi drive-thru as chain expands overseas
It is targeting 40 outlets over the next decade.
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The group strikes a balance between quick-service and fast-casual.
