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Asia is the fastest growing region as fast food grows to $868.19b by 2030
Asia is the fastest growing region as fast food grows to $868.19b by 2030
Rising urbanisation and consumer demand drive global sector growth.
Is the food delivery market hitting reset?
Deliveroo and Menulog exits signal food delivery consolidation.
‘Clean label’ demand signals structural shift in global food markets
Euromonitor forecasts organic foods up 79% and natural products up 103% by 2029.
Leaner menus seen as key after 2,431 Singapore F&B outlets shut
Closures have reached a near 20-year high following a wave of business liquidations.
Fried chicken demand hits $140b as Southeast Asia dominates
Hectic work schedules force a shift toward convenience meals across major Asian metros.
Fast-food, quick-service chains power top 25 brands to $190.1b in 2026
Expansion and rising takeout, delivery, and quick-service demand drive sector growth.
Inside the 2026 global food and drink shakeup
Consumers are now seeking everyday foods and drinks with proven health benefits.
Compose Coffee leads Korea’s budget coffee chains
The chain scored 3.97 out of 5 in customer satisfaction.
Thailand’s food trends to watch in 2026
Eating is now also seen as a multi-sensory experience.
Digital orders propel Malaysia foodservice market to $30.7b by 2031
Independent outlets remain the market leader with 73.52% of sales in 2025.
Restaurants abandon 'trend chasing' to protect 2026 margins
Industry giants are ditching novelty launches for high-margin.
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.
Restaurants shrink menus as more households use GLP-1
Protein and fibre are now on the menu for most.
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.
M&A critical amidst Luckin Coffee overseas growth, analyst warns
The brand is set to grow despite price wars, aided by efficiency, profits, and loyalty.
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.
