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Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's launch McNugget caviar kits; Pizza hut shutters restaurants; Luckin takes on Starbucks

Weekly Global Wrap: McDonald's launch McNugget caviar kits; Pizza hut shutters restaurants; Luckin takes on Starbucks

Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.

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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.

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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.

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Southeast Asia food delivery market surges to $22.7b

Grab continues to control more than half of the market.

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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.

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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.

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Restaurants shrink menus as more households use GLP-1

Protein and fibre are now on the menu for most.

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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.

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What are the 2026 flavour trends?

McDonald’s CEO shares predictions for the restaurant industry in 2026.

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Gen Z rejects meals as drinks drive QSR demand

Snacking has also replaced structured meals.

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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.

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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.

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Why anxiety is driving customisable food choices

Small, deliberate food choices are increasingly used as a way to manage stress and assert control.

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