All Analysis & Insight articles – Page 43
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Analysis & InsightPub and bar consumers increasingly value-led
Value will be a key focus for pub operators in the coming months, as consumers cut down on visits to the pub, according to Lumina Intelligence
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Analysis & InsightCost pressures threaten city centre recovery
The sector has fuelled post-pandemic recovery in cities, but requires urgent support amid current cost pressures, according to CGA and Wireless Social
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Analysis & InsightCity centre footfall rises after passing of Queen
Footfall across the UK rose by 12.1% last week compared to 2021, particularly in central London and city centres across the UK, Springboard Insights suggest
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Analysis & InsightSales growth fails to match inflation
Sector sales in August were up on 2019 levels but remained well below double-digit levels of inflation, according to the Coffer CGA Business Tracker
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Analysis & InsightThree out of four night time operators on financial cliff edge
Almost half of night time economy business are barely breaking even while 24.8% are losing money, according to a poll by the NTIA
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Analysis & InsightPub and bar sector nearing 2019 market value
The UK pub and bar sector is forecast to grow by 56.7% in 2022, to reach a total value of £22.5bn – 98% of its 2019 value, according to a new Lumina Intelligence report.
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Analysis & InsightConsumer confidence in negative territory
The Consumer Confidence Index fell by 4.2 points in August, to 98.8 – the largest decline since June 2020, according to YouGov and CEBR survey
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Analysis & InsightEnergy crisis: ‘It is too little, too late’
Hospitality sector reacts to reports that the government’s energy support package is unlikely to be in place until November. Featuring commentary from Mitchells & Butlers, Heart with Smart Group, UKHospitality and the BBPA.
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Analysis & InsightMore than 80% of operators face staffing challenges
Only 33% of operators have a clear people strategy while 84.3% face staffing issues, according to workforce management specialist Bizimply
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Analysis & InsightAutumn menu innovation
As the seasons change and the weather begins to turn fresher, MCA rounds-up the latest autumn menu launches from brands including Leon, Pret, Greggs and Costa
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Analysis & InsightFoodservice makes modest contribution to growth
The services sector grew by 0.4% in July 2022, with accommodation and food service activities contributing 0.03 percentage points, ONS data reveals
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Analysis & InsightMore double-digit inflation in July
Despite a relief in some commodities, the sector continued to experience high inflation, according to the CGA Prestige Foodservice Price Index
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Analysis & InsightFish and chips remains top choice for pubgoers
Fish and chips is Britain’s most-wanted pub meal, with increasing willingness to explore premium versions of the classic meal, according to CGA
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Analysis & InsightEnergy crisis: ‘Price rises cannot be completely avoided’
As utility costs force even viable businesses to the brink of collapse, MCA speaks to the leaders of JD Wetherspoon, Admiral Taverns, Pizza Hut UK and Fulham Shore about how they’re coping
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Analysis & InsightOperators urge PM Truss to take action
As newly elected PM Liz Truss enters No 10, MCA speaks to the leaders of D&D London, Oakman Group, Punch Pubs and Hostmore about their key demands from the new government
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Analysis & InsightHospitality enjoys summer reprieve
Consumer card spending on hospitality saw a month-on-month rise in August, boosted by summer weather and staycations
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Analysis & InsightSpeed of service remains number one complaint
Net Promoter Scores across the hospitality sector have been on an upward trajectory in 2022, but prompt service is still an issue, according to Feed It Back.
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Analysis & InsightSeven in 10 ditch cash payments
Wearable tech is also growing in popularity as a payment method, according to the latest GO Technology report from Zonal and CGA by NielsenIQ
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Analysis & InsightDelivery and takeaway sales continue year-on-year decline
Delivery and takeaway sales in July were 265% higher than in July 2019 but down by 19% compared to 2021, according to CGA
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Analysis & InsightBusiness confidence hits lockdown levels
Only 16% of British management teams are confident about their prospects for the year ahead, according to Lloyds Bank’s latest Business Barometer.