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Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops
Global brands accept high costs as gateway strategy squeezes local shops
International operators arrive with established digital marketing capabilities and supply chains.
4 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: Starbucks announces licensing business restructure; Five Guys CEO gives employees US$1.5m bonus; McDonald's partners with KPop Demon Hunters
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
5 days ago
China's dining sector returns to ‘neutral’ as policy easing lifts demand
Restaurant sales growth was up 4.8% in the first two months of 2026.
Singapore’s cost pressures force QSR brands to slow expansion
Beyond rent, operators flagged structural challenges that complicate execution.
FULL LIST: Winners of the QSR Media Asia Awards 2026
The awards programme also introduced its first Hall of Fame recognition in the Asia Pacific.
Weekly Global Wrap: Sonic overhauls drinks menu; KFC unveils pickle-themed menu; Chipotle rolls out a new sauce.
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Pizza Hut Singapore chases solo diners
The meal may be solo, but the experience is still social.
Asian QSRs experiment with bold campaigns
Pizza Hut, Haidilao, and McDonald’s are challenging conventional wisdom.
Weekly Global Wrap: Mcdonald's $3 value meal; Gong cha mulls sale; Indian QSRs threatened by LPG supply disruptions
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Asia is the fastest growing region as fast food grows to $868.19b by 2030
Rising urbanisation and consumer demand drive global sector growth.
Restaurants told to rebuild menus for delivery success
‘If a dish doesn’t travel well, don’t put it on delivery.’
CEO cites team-building as core restaurant growth driver
Steen Puggard says strong teams improve guest experience, retention, and spending.
CHAGEE targets prime sites to drive Asia-Pacific expansion
Morning tea routines are a key growth opportunity.
Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's CEO sparks burger-tasting beef; Wendy's hire Chief Tasting Officer; White Castle celebrates 105 years
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Genki bets on takeaway to drive global growth
It bought Australia’s Sushi Sushi to further its growth in Western markets.
Is the food delivery market hitting reset?
Deliveroo and Menulog exits signal food delivery consolidation.
Weekly Global Wrap: Burger King makes switches to Whopper; McDonald's opens biggest restaurant; Starbucks Philippines releases new limited edition bakes
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
