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International brands dominate the UK & Ireland market share
International brands dominate the UK & Ireland market share
International chains lead the burger segment but coffee is still dominated by local players.
McDonald’s visits dip as emerging chains grow, analyst says
However, the fast-food giant’s share remains stable at 42%.
Delivery sales dip in January
Delivery trends are in line with wider seasonal spending patterns.
Breakfast boom drives UK fast-food traffic
Evening traffic, however, declined, with most choosing to eat at home.
Global fast food market to reach $384b by 2030
This will be driven by convenience, tech innovation, shifting consumer preferences, and global expansion.
1 in 3 Aussies overspend on dining out despite cost of living pressures
Gen Zs were the most likely to fork out too much on restaurant meals and takeaway.
What’s changing in Australia’s foodservice industry?
Julia Illera, Research Manager at Euromonitor International, shares her insights.
Chinese fast-food chains eye Hong Kong listing
They are using the city as a testbed for further expansion overseas.
Bakery chains thrive as burger segment declines in the UK
Bakery chain traffic went up 4.7% whilst burger joints declined 2.6%
Hospitality confidence falls for the fifth quarter
Only 14% of hospitality leaders feel optimistic about the future in the next year.
Restaurant openings slow in 2024
GYG lead all brands with the highest net store growth last year.
Analyst warns £3.4b additional business cost in hospitality sector
Industry leaders have warned of the need for operators to raise prices by 6% to 8%.
Hospitality insolvencies drop by 31% MoM in December
Insolvencies in the sector also dropped by 7% YoY to 3,464.
Hospitality spending weakest in January
This was reversed from a gain in December 2024.
December inflation raises fears of higher prices in UK's hospitality sector: report
December also saw the highest monthly jump since June 2024.
Latest research shows support for warning labels on fast food
But public remains split on whether it will effectively ease pressure on the NHS.
From breakfast booms to burger slumps: The trends reshaping UK fast food
Bakery and cafe chains grew led by Greggs, GAIL, and Pret A Manger.
