All Analysis & Insight articles – Page 26
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Analysis & InsightDynamic pricing could ‘alienate’ customers
MCA examines the controversial move, which has caused some publicans and business owners leap to Stonegate’s defence - albeit some consumers have lashed out against the pubco’s policy to raise prices by 20p during busy hours
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Analysis & InsightBig Table takes on ‘substantial risk’ with TRG Leisure estate
Following the payment of a £7.5m ‘dowry’ to take on The Restaurant Group’s Leisure business, MCA explores the challenges facing The Big Table Group as it’s tasked with turning around the loss-making estate
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Analysis & InsightWashout summer boosts indoor venues
Managed restaurants were up 8.6% on August 2022 as consumers chose indoor venues, while pubs saw a 4.9% rise, according to the Coffer CGA Tracker
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Analysis & InsightHeatwave and Rugby World Cup boost weekend pub sales
Warm weather over the weekend grew pub sales, with an extra 13 pints sold in every pub compared to an average weekend
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Analysis & InsightGen Z staff don’t see long-term career in hospitality
Low pay and benefits as well as unsocial working hours were cited as key barriers to a long-term career in the industry for 16 to 24 year olds
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Analysis & InsightLonger menus drive higher spend
Restaurant operators are introducing new, more premium main courses, while drinks prices are also being boosted, to mitigate the impact of inflation, according to Lumina Intelligence
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Analysis & InsightTRG’s leisure disposal ‘removes poison pill’
The Restaurant Group’s offloading of its leisure business was hailed for its “strong strategic rationale”, while the sites “may do better” under The Big Table Group, according to analysts
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Analysis & InsightProvenance-led and reimagined classics tipped as top sector trends
Lumina Intelligence identifies the top trends for this quarter and the concepts to watch that are already tapping into them
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Analysis & InsightComfort food for the soul: the trend for nostalgic dining
As economic turbulence continues to drag on businesses and consumers alike, MCA explores the trend towards retro-inspired, nostalgia-led concepts and why they provide comfort in reminiscence
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Analysis & InsightUS branded outlets lead the way in QSR
Contemporary US branded outlets are the biggest growth performers in the UK QSR space with chains such as Popeyes, Wendy’s and Wingstop leading the way, data from Lumina Intelligence shows
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Analysis & InsightFood price inflation sees marginal drop
Year-on-year food and drink price inflation fell slightly in July to 21.7%, down from 22.6% in June, according to the CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index
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Analysis & InsightInterims ‘reinforce’ TRG’s negotiating position
Outperformance, delivered in a competitive environment, puts the Wagamama owner in a stronger position as it weighs potential asset disposals, according to analysts
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Analysis & InsightRestaurant spending declines in August
Eating out and takeaways were among the non-essential items most de-prioritised, with some consumers feeling the quality of eating out has declined
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Analysis & InsightFlexible work crucial to over 50s
The demographic’s softer skills, honed through years of experience, make them excellent candidates for customer service and hospitality roles, according to a report from Fuller’s
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Analysis & InsightAnalysis reveals stark North-South divide on pint prices
The cost of a pint in central London is three times higher than the country’s cheapest towns, according to CGA
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Analysis & InsightFood and drink manufacturer insolvencies surge 108%
With many businesses struggling to service debts, the number of food and drink manufacturing companies entering insolvency surged in the last year
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Analysis & InsightWorkforce headcount buoyed by QSR category
Fourth’s hospitality workforce report shows that the QSR category appears to be an exception to the trend towards declining headcount and is up 3.9% in the year to June
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Analysis & InsightBank holiday pub boost shrunk by staff shortages
The British Beer and Pub Association estimates revenue was down 8% as a result of staffing issues holding pubs back over the bank holiday
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Analysis & InsightIncrease in demand for nutritional content on menus
64% of consumers now think it is important to know the nutritional content of their meals out of home
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Analysis & InsightConfidence high despite ongoing cost and staffing challenges
Optimism among Britain’s hospitality leaders has risen for the third quarter in a row, the new Business Confidence Survey from CGA by NIQ and Fourth reveals