Middle East
McDonald's contributes $200m to Egypt’s GDP
McDonald's contributes $200m to Egypt’s GDP
Contributions are split across direct and indirect impacts.
Middle Eastern restaurant market set to reach $58.4b by 2034
This translates to a 6.7% CAGR from 2026 to 2034.
Saudi Arabia's QSR market forecast to nearly double to $17.24b by 2034
Cloud kitchens and delivery-only brands have gained traction in the country.
Americana Restaurants to open 200 fast food in service stations across the Middle East
The restaurant group has partnered with ADNOC Distribution.
Talabat net profit drops 18% YoY in Q1 2026
Adjusted EBITDA fell 9% to $130m, or 4.8% of GMV.
McDonald’s UAE signs MoU to boost local produce sourcing
This is in partnership with NRTC Group.
Americana Restaurants sees 6.7% lift in like-for-like sales in Q1
Net profit nearly doubled, rising 93.5% year-on-year (YoY) to $63.2m.
KFC tops growth in Saudi dining consideration
This was followed by Hardee's and Baskin-Robbins.
Subway brings back Meatball Sub across the Middle East
This follows consistent customer demand across multiple markets.
Fast-food becomes a routine for 53% of Saudis
Cleanliness and price are the top factors when choosing a new restaurant.
McDonald’s activity drives notable growth in Saudi economy
This is according to the report by Oxford Economics.
Dodo Brands posts 22% revenue growth in 2025
The group plans to add over 400 outlets globally in 2026.
Quick-service surge drives UAE foodservice expansion toward 2030
QSRs are expected to grow around 5.3% over the next five years.
UAE investor EIIC takes minority stake in Joe & The Juice
The transaction values Joe & The Juice at $1.8b.
Albaik dominates Saudi fast-food rankings 2026
It posted a consideration score of 54.5%.
Alshaya Group takes over Starbucks Greece and Cyprus operations
The new entities will operate as Alshaya Hellas SMSA in Greece and Murgab Cyprus Ltd in Cyprus.
Dodo Pizza UAE wraps up Ramadan with kids' classes and Iftar meals
The UAE’s Ramadan economy is projected to reach $16.4b in 2026.
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