All Analysis & Insight articles – Page 169
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Analysis & InsightConfident Neame looks to the future
Despite capital restructure in the summer and a number of changes at boadroom level, Shepherd Neame is confident the industry is back on its feet and thriving once again.
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One in seven pubs failing to offer 125ml glass, new research claims
One in seven pubs is failing to offer customers a 125ml glass of wine, according to new research.
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Cleanliness is top choice in choosing where to eat, poll shows
One in ten people surveyed for a new poll reported eating out or buying food to take away six times or more in the last week.
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Rising sales lead to less cost cutting in foodservice sector
Foodservice operators are positive about the outlook of the sector in the UK with two-thirds reporting an increase in food sales year-on-year - 26% of those saying it is a “large” increase - and around half reporting more meals are being served over the weekends than last year
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Research shows drop in number of struggling pub and restaurant companies
New research has shown a remarkable turnaround in the number of pub and restaurants operators suffering financial problems.
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London rental prices climb 17% year-on-year
72% of commercial free-of-tie property prices in London have increased by an average of 17% to £144.9k over the past year according to property specialists Fleurets annual rental survey
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Consumer confidence hits three-year high
Consumer confidence is at its highest level for three years, according to the latest Deloitte Consumer Tracker
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Analysis & InsightMintel highlights growth of gourmet vending machines
Gourmet vending machines and app ordering services have been highlighted as one of the consumer trends to watch, according to new research by Mintel.
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Analysis & InsightMaster of mavericks
People with a thirst for change are the key for Carlsberg CEO James Lousada. Robyn Black finds out more.
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Analysis & InsightCustomers willing to use technology if it cuts waiting times
A new survey has revealed the extent of customers’ frustrations with food not arriving quickly but has suggested that technology could be the solution.
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Analysis & InsightAverage leisure spend down 6% year-on-year with drinking out worst affected
September saw average household spend on eating out rise 7% year-on-year while the figure for drinking out dropped 6%.
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Analysis & InsightThe things young people want most from brands
Natalie Waterworth, the digital content marketer, blogger and millennial engagement expert, discusses how content marketing can be utilised to generate greater engagement amongst millennials
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Analysis & InsightIs crowdfunding just equity for punks?
Judging from the number of businesses which have jumped on its bandwagon to raise capital for growth, it’s clear that crowdfunding is – at the moment – as hot as pulled pork, says Paul Hemming, partner and head of Corporate Finance at Zolfo Cooper
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Analysis & InsightNow serving up great memories
Whitbread restaurants was founded in the wake of the financial crisis hitting the UK. But, with a strategy of creating great food and memories, the company is now enjoying good times. Paul Flaum, managing director, tells the story
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It’s a funny old business running Yummy
Tim Foster, ‘head of mischief’ at Yummy pubco, talks to Mel Flaherty about his childhood influences and adult acceptance of his shortcomings
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Analysis & InsightSector experiences 18 months of consecutive lfl growth
Pubs in London and restaurants outside the M25 were September’s strongest performers as the sector enjoyed its 18th consecutive month of growth, the latest Coffer Peach Business Tracker shows
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Report recommends pilots for a minimum price for alcohol
A new report has called for London councils to set up pilots for a minimum price for alcohol and the introduction of a mandatory traffic-light labelling on restaurant menus
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Eating out brands named in customer service poll
Millie’s Cookies, Costa, Greggs, TGI Fridays, Dunkin’ Donuts, Nando’s, Krispy Kreme, Pizza Hut and Pizza Express have been named in Nunwood’s top 100 companies for customer experience in its 2014 analysis
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Analysis & InsightBurgers will continue to burgeon
Predicting that the end is nigh for the UK’s burger-joint appetite is akin to a 30-year-old suggestion that McDonald’s was just a fad – but the key lies in making the marketing sustainable, says Tim Lowthe
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Analysis & InsightLoungers strengthens pipeline
Loungers has strengthened its openings pipeline with almost all of the 20 sites the company intends to open next year already agreed