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QSRs turn to tech as competition squeezes margins
QSRs turn to tech as competition squeezes margins
Food chains face growing pricing pressure as Chinese and global entrants reshape the QSR landscape.
Asia’s QSRs rethink packaging amidst plastic bans
Food businesses are turning to sustainable packaging—but face rising costs and infrastructure gaps.
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
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
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
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
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
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
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
Find out what QSRs have been up to on social media this week.
Analyst to discuss economic and consumer trends in Asia
The event is one of the biggest conferences for the QSR industry.
Jollibee Group full-year net profit surges 17.7%
The group reported double-digit growth in local and international system-wide sales.
Berjaya Food, Samaya Food ink deal to bring Paris Baguette to UAE
The first outlet is yet to be announced.
Luckin Coffee SG, Maltese launch the Pair Hug Latte
A selection of limited edition Maltese-themed merchandise is also available.
Weekly Global Wrap: Carl's Jr announces date of UK debut; Domino's Japan launches one-handed pizza; Whataburger opens fast-food themed museum
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
New platform reduces restaurant downtime on delivery apps
The new solution provides real-time alerts and auto-reopening.
McDonald’s sets up new Restaurant Experience Team
It will also introduce three new global category management teams focused on beef, chicken, and beverages and desserts.
