All Analysis & Insight articles – Page 14
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Analysis & InsightF1 Arcade raising £100m to fund expansion
The Formula One driving simulator business is said to be close to finalising the new debt facility with Liberty Media, OakNorth bank, and investment fund Cheyne
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Analysis & InsightVarious Eateries sees steady start to H2
The Noci and Coppa Club operator said that a significant increase in minimum wage has impacted margins, but this has partially been offset by food and utilities inflation, which has fallen year-on-year
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Analysis & InsightPubs diversify to survive
While consumers continue to limit discretionary visits, pubs are having to do more to attract visitors, Lumina Intelligence’s insights director Blonnie Whist told MCA’s Pub Conference yesterday
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Analysis & InsightFoodservice price inflation falls to 28-month low
Year-on-year inflation fell to 4.6% in May, revealing more positive trends for the hospitality sector, according to CGA and Prestige
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Analysis & InsightEconomic stabilisation and lack of strikes boosts market
Lower inflation and and the call for a general election has led to improved consumer confidence, according to Lumina Intelligence
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Analysis & InsightFunctional power: Brands tap into growing demand for energy drinks
MCA explores the trend of caffeinated functional drinks as Bubbleology and Kaspa’s experiment with new Red Bull infusions, while US chains such as Starbucks and McDonalds gear up to enter into the space with new product innovation
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Analysis & InsightWet weather boosts delivery orders
Restaurant groups have seen delivery sales grow year-on-year for 12 consecutive months, CGA by NIQ’s latest Hospitality at Home Tracker reveals
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Analysis & InsightValue scrutiny remains dominant consumer attitude
Lumina Intelligence predicts consumers will continue to look for value through quality and experience, therefore operators need to adapt offerings through in-venue theatre and higher quality menus
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Analysis & InsightThe year of the matcha
Sales of specialty tea have recently outstripped those of everyday black tea. With matcha cropping up in menu launches across the coffee shop and food-to-go market, MCA looks into how it’s changing traditional coffee shop culture
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Analysis & InsightPoor weather subdues drinks sales
The seven days to Saturday 15 June was one of the worst weeks for drinks sales of the year so far due to low temperatures and rain, according to CGA by NIQ’s Daily Drinks Tracker
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Analysis & InsightEstate consolidation drives leading brand profitability
The industry has shifted towards leaner, more focused business models, with top performing brands set to see relatively flat outlet growth in 2024, according to Lumina Intelligence.
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Analysis & InsightIs New York-style pizza the next big thing?
As Domino’s gets on board with the trend, MCA looks at emerging brands like Alley Cats and Crisp, and asks whether New York-style could dethrone Neapolitan as the reigning trend in the category
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Analysis & InsightSummer menus showcase classic dishes reimagined
Whilst PizzaExpress returns to fan favourites for inspiration, Ole & Steen and Busaba embrace a reliable summer staple with strawberries and cream-themed dishes
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Analysis & InsightConsumers continue cutting back on restaurants and takeaways
New figures from KMPG show four in 10 households are reducing non-essential expenditure, despite a drop in inflation this year
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Analysis & InsightHospitality groups see 3.6% sales growth in May
An easing of some household bills, along with two Bank Holiday weekends provided a welcome boost to consumer spending, despite dissapointing weather across the month
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Analysis & InsightProper Pubs sees 122% uplift in draught sales as Euros kick off
The community operator division of Admiral Taverns saw positive trading momentum during England’s first match on Sunday
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Analysis & InsightColliers criticises ‘lacklustre’ manifestos over business rates
The Conservatives’ proposal does not mention tackling the multiplier or relief system, while Labour displays a ‘frustrating’ lack of clarity, according to John Webber, head of business rates
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Analysis & InsightPubs shutting at a rate of 80 a month
The number of closures across England and Wales jumped a third over the first months of 2024 amid pressure on consumers’ budgets, according to new figures
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Analysis & InsightPubs and the profit problem
Major pub operators like Greene King are achieving strong top-line growth, yet the cost of doing business is still causing a squeeze on profits. MCA writer Simon Brooke explores how pubs are balancing their businesses with premium and enhanced offerings, and considers how a transformation in culture might feed through to the bottom line
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Analysis & InsightReturning consumer confidence drives spend on hospitality
According to Lumina Intelligence, confidence is expected to further increase as the UK gears up for the election, hopefully leading to more bullish summer spending on the sector