Finance – Page 9
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NewsMcDonald’s Corporation: ‘Our international markets continue to demonstrate that our playbook is working’
The US fast food giant saw comparable sales across its international operated markets rise 1.5% in Q2 of FY26, led by continued momentum in the UK, Germany and Australia
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OpinionWingstop isn’t selling chicken. It’s selling belonging.
How youth culture, rap and content built Wingstop UK beyond compare
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NewsPizzaExpress chooses Stevenage for first Houston Hot Chicken site
The Nashville-style hot chicken brand will land in the UK this autumn with plans to roll out 50 restaurants nationwide over the next three years
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NewsWingstop UKI soars past £200m turnover as it nears 100 restaurant milestone
The fast-growing fried chicken chain saw revenue increase 73% in FY25, driven by both expansion and good underlying sales growth
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InterviewsKibou: ‘We are achieving double-digit growth’
Japanese premium casual concept Kibou is reaping the benefits of its refocused strategy to acquire larger capacity city centre sites with a “fantastic” 18 months of strong sales growth, MD Sam Horswill tells MCA.
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InterviewsHarts Group teases new concept as turnover rises
CEO Sam Hart tells MCA the group will launch an ‘exciting new project’ later this year and remains confident about its Middle East prospects despite recent instability in the region
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Analysis & InsightMore than half of young people prioritise experiences over material things
The experience economy could be instrumental in unlocking future economic growth, according to a new report
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NewsDomino’s sees ‘strong’ trading momentum in H1
The pizza delivery group has reported a 6.1% increase in system sales, to £825.3m, for the first half of the year, with like-for-like sales growth driven by both pizza and its more recently launched Chick ‘N’ Dip range.
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NewsUKH: ‘Expanded holiday tax will hike costs for families’
The trade body warns government plans for nationwide holiday tax will cost 33,000 jobs and hike the cost of a family holiday
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InterviewsLola’s plans healthier range of cupcakes
The brand plans to introduce fresh handmade products that are higher in fibre and appeal to wellness-conscious consumers, according to managing director Asher Budwig
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NewsJersey Mike’s ‘looking at the long term’ after IPO
The US sandwich chain, which has made a $1bn launch on the New York Stock Exchange, is planning 400 sites in the UK & Ireland as part of a franchise agreement with its founder Peter Cancro
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Weekend PressDrastic Dave faces his moment of truth at Diageo
The struggling drinks giant turned to Sir Dave Lewis at the start of this year. This week investors will hear first-hand how he plans to turn it around, The Sunday Times reports
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NewsWasabi grows sales past £130m despite pressure from labour costs
The sushi and bento operator increased turnover by 3.2% as new openings and growth in grocery helped offset rising labour cost pressures and softer consumer spending
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OpinionButcombe Group: ‘Government must recognise the link between hospitality and farming’
COO Jayson Perfect argues why recognition of the shared interest and values of the two industries and the power of collaboration across food and drink supply chains has never been more vital
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InterviewsEggslut: ‘We have had a really strong year’
The premium US QSR concept is looking to capitalise on strong sales growth across its estate, with further openings including a planned site in Edinburgh as the brand expands outside London.
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NewsPunch boosts revenues as acquisitions and partnerships drive growth
The community pub operator said its estate remains relatively insulated from some of the challenges facing city centre, late-night and destination dining venues
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NewsQuestions raised over Wetherspoons’ discounting strategy
The pub company raised prices by half as much as competitors over the previous six years, according to Peel Hunt, leading to a squeeze in profits
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NewsKFC UK & Ireland delivers 8% like-for-like sales in Q2
The fried chicken chain’s UK & Ireland business achieved its highest sales week with its Pickle Mania LTO, while Taco Bell UK has boosted sales with the launch of new drinks range Baja Blast
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NewsThe Salad Project sees year of ‘significant and deliberate investment in growth’
The London-based premium salad concept saw turnover jump 47.3% in 2025, powered by new site openings, product ranges and the launch of a direct business catering offer
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Analysis & InsightWorld Cup lifts deliveries as restaurant at-home sales grow 3.3% in June
Deliveries continued to gain share of the at-home market at the expense of takeaways, the latest NIQ Hospitality at Home Tracker shows, with sales rising 7.5% on a like-for-like basis