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Inside the 2026 global food and drink shakeup
Inside the 2026 global food and drink shakeup
Consumers are now seeking everyday foods and drinks with proven health benefits.
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Global coffee shop market set to hit $290.23b by 2032
Chains such as Starbucks, Dunkin’, Costa Coffee, Tim Hortons, and McCafé continue to lead the market.
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Thailand’s food trends to watch in 2026
Eating is now also seen as a multi-sensory experience.
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Digital orders propel Malaysia foodservice market to $30.7b by 2031
Independent outlets remain the market leader with 73.52% of sales in 2025.
3 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Papa Johns introduces pan pizza; Fatburger parent files for bankruptcy; Tim Hortons dismisses South Korea exit rumours
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
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Restaurants abandon 'trend chasing' to protect 2026 margins
Industry giants are ditching novelty launches for high-margin.
Southeast Asia food delivery market surges to $22.7b
Grab continues to control more than half of the market.
QSR sector faces $10.8t amidst global food system shake up
Shifting business models and new cross-industry opportunities are set to trigger a massive decade-long shake-up.
Weekly Global Wrap: Steak n' Shake adds Bitcoin bonus; McDonald's announces major menu and operations overhaul; Five Guys launches all-day breakfast and bar concept
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Restaurants shrink menus as more households use GLP-1
Protein and fibre are now on the menu for most.
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks viral Bearista UK launch; Coca-Cola abandons Costa Coffee sale;
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
What are the 2026 flavour trends?
McDonald’s CEO shares predictions for the restaurant industry in 2026.
Gen Z rejects meals as drinks drive QSR demand
Snacking has also replaced structured meals.
Weekly Global Wrap: Chick-fil-a launches massive 80th anniversary campaign; Taco Bell partners with toy maker; Yum China trials burger concept
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Solo diners account for nearly half of orders in 2025
Over half of these meals fall in the $10–$30+ range and include snacks and drinks.
Why anxiety is driving customisable food choices
Small, deliberate food choices are increasingly used as a way to manage stress and assert control.
High rents, labour costs loom over Jollibee’s Australia plans
A crowded chicken segment could also weigh on initial growth.
