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Jollibee Group expands global reach through foreign acquisitions
System-wide sales growth in foreign countries has overtaken the expansion back home.
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Social Media Wrap: ZUS Coffee launches gift card feature; KFC embraces AI in new ad; Tealive partners with mobile game for giveaway
Social Media Wrap: ZUS Coffee launches gift card feature; KFC embraces AI in new ad; Tealive partners with mobile game for giveaway
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
1 day ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Whataburger hires ex-McDonald's exec; Jollibee launches premium burger in US Tim Hortons appoints new COO
Weekly Global Wrap: Whataburger hires ex-McDonald's exec; Jollibee launches premium burger in US Tim Hortons appoints new COO
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
2 days ago
Luckin Coffee Singapore expands with three new stores in April
Luckin Coffee Singapore expands with three new stores in April
This brings its total store count to 60.
2 days ago
Domino’s Pizza China’s revenue soars 41.4% YoY in FY2024
Domino’s Pizza China’s revenue soars 41.4% YoY in FY2024
The group expects to open approximately 300 net new stores in 2025.
2 days ago
QSRs turn to tech as competition squeezes margins
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QSRs turn to tech as competition squeezes margins
Food chains face growing pricing pressure as Chinese and global entrants reshape the QSR landscape.
5 days ago
Asia’s QSRs rethink packaging amidst plastic bans
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Asia’s QSRs rethink packaging amidst plastic bans
Food businesses are turning to sustainable packaging—but face rising costs and infrastructure gaps.
5 days ago
Jamba unveils 'Hello Sunshine' prototype to boost experience, growth
Jamba unveils 'Hello Sunshine' prototype to boost experience, growth
The new design features self-order kiosks, digital marketing screens, and streamlined store layouts.
Dine Brands International to expand dual-branded Applebee’s, IHOP concept
Dine Brands International to expand dual-branded Applebee’s, IHOP concept
It aims to open 13 additional dual-branded restaurants in new international markets.
One week left before the QSR Media Asia Tabsquare Conference & Awards 2025
One week left before the QSR Media Asia Tabsquare Conference & Awards 2025
Local and international brands are attending the one-day event.
Social Media Wrap: Subway opens vending machines in Malaysia; Shake Shack Singapore hosts neon art night; 4Fingers launches hand-brushed Korean fried chicken range
Social Media Wrap: Subway opens vending machines in Malaysia; Shake Shack Singapore hosts neon art night; 4Fingers launches hand-brushed Korean fried chicken range
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Weekly Global Wrap: Yum! Brands partners with NVIDIA; Food delivery aggregator launches BNPL service; Wendy's unveils Australia-exclusive menu
Weekly Global Wrap: Yum! Brands partners with NVIDIA; Food delivery aggregator launches BNPL service; Wendy's unveils Australia-exclusive menu
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Fore Coffee seeks $23m in IPO to fuel expansion
Fore Coffee seeks $23m in IPO to fuel expansion
76% will be used to open 140 outlets across Indonesia.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf to open 25 cafes in India
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf to open 25 cafes in India
This news follows the launch of its flagship in Janakpuri, Delhi.
Social Media Wrap: Starbucks Philippines launches Strong Like Coffee initiative; Pizza Hut Singapore holds pizza-making workshops for kids; McDonald's Hong Kong renovates second busiest store
Social Media Wrap: Starbucks Philippines launches Strong Like Coffee initiative; Pizza Hut Singapore holds pizza-making workshops for kids; McDonald's Hong Kong renovates second busiest store
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Exclusives
Executive insights
Jollibee Group expands global reach through foreign acquisitions
System-wide sales growth in foreign countries has overtaken the expansion back home.
Executive insights
Samosa Singh brings order to Indian street food scene
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Making deep-fried pastries that look and taste the same each day requires skillful hands.
Executive insights
Momos to launch AI-powered ‘co-workers’ for QSRs
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Artificial intelligence is no longer just an efficiency tool; it is essential for survival.
Executive insights
Bread Ahead eyes Philippines as springboard to Southeast Asia
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The London-based bakery will open 15 branches in the country.
Executive insights
Church’s Texas Chicken turns to data for growth
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The US fast-food chain evaluates what customers want and how much they are willing to pay.
Executive insights
Silk. mixes cultural roots and local tastes
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The company plans to open five more stores in Hong Kong and another in Thailand this year.
Legal
Singapore urged to cap F&B licenses amidst record closures
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More than 3,000 restaurants folded up in 2024.
Event News
The event is on 3 April.
Commentary
Revolutionizing Asia's QSR Scene: How Indian Brands are Leading the Charge