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Australian QSR market to hit $37b as menus pivot
Australian QSR market to hit $37b as menus pivot
Brands are focusing on emphasising their healthy options and digital services.
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QSRs go digital as e-wallet use surges
As ordering moves to apps and kiosks, brands risk losing their identity.
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Fast-food, quick-service chains power top 25 brands to $190.1b in 2026
Expansion and rising takeout, delivery, and quick-service demand drive sector growth.
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Inside Papa Johns plans in Asia
The company leverages local insights and global best practices to expand its footprint in diverse markets.
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Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's launch McNugget caviar kits; Pizza hut shutters restaurants; Luckin takes on Starbucks
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
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Inside the 2026 global food and drink shakeup
Consumers are now seeking everyday foods and drinks with proven health benefits.
Global coffee shop market set to hit $290.23b by 2032
Chains such as Starbucks, Dunkin’, Costa Coffee, Tim Hortons, and McCafé continue to lead the market.
Thailand’s food trends to watch in 2026
Eating is now also seen as a multi-sensory experience.
Hospitality food and drinks prices hit new highs in December 2025
This is due to strong seasonal demand and ongoing supply issues during the festive period.
Australia food delivery on track to double by 2034
Frequent promotions and discounts are also encouraging more regular orders.
Digital orders propel Malaysia foodservice market to $30.7b by 2031
Independent outlets remain the market leader with 73.52% of sales in 2025.
Fast-food expansion masks 1% visit drop
Northern Ireland led regional outlet growth for the sector in 2025.
Could the rise of self-service technology affect QSRs?
7 in 10 Australians prefer self-service as checkout options.
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Restaurants abandon 'trend chasing' to protect 2026 margins
Industry giants are ditching novelty launches for high-margin.
Delivery growth powers UK restaurant sales in December
Deliveries now generate more than twice the revenue of takeaways.
Expansion-led growth triggers slump in existing store visits
Total sector footfall rose by nearly 1% but was fueled entirely by an aggressive 2% increase in new locations.
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1. Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's launch McNugget caviar kits; Pizza hut shutters restaurants; Luckin takes on Starbucks 2. Inside Papa Johns plans in Asia 3. Fast-food, quick-service chains power top 25 brands to $190.1b in 2026 4. Sizzler plots Australia return 5. Soul Origin expands breakfast and lunch menuResource Center
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