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Are we entering a new era of fast-food chicken war?
Are we entering a new era of fast-food chicken war?
Australians consumed one kilogram of chicken per week in 2025.
49 minutes ago
Global players bet big on Australia’s fast-food outlook
Growth in discretionary spending and menu trends is drawing the brands in.
1 day ago
QSRs take over Aussie dining with value menus and digital orders
Rising costs drive diners toward more affordable meals.
2 days ago
Weekly Global Wrap: QSRs launch limited-time Lent menu; Restaurants ditch chicken welfare pledge; Starbucks partner with MrBeast
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
2 days ago
Foodservice traffic inches up as deals and QSR drive growth
Lunch drove gains, reversing three quarters of falling traffic and spending.
5 days ago
Restaurants and cafes saw record high closures in 2025
The industry is facing several intense pressures, such as rising costs.
QSRs pivots to digital as e-wallet use surges
As ordering moves to apps and kiosks, brands risk losing their identity.
Weekly Global Wrap: Singles embrace fast food dates; Steak n' Shake bans microwaves; Pizza Hut Korea sold to private equity
Here is a summary of the most interesting QSR news stories of the week globally.
Australian QSR market to hit $37b as menus pivot
Brands are focusing on emphasising their healthy options and digital services.
Sushi Sushi bets on loyalty platform to lift traffic as price cuts lose appeal
Customers get a $1 voucher for a hand roll upon signing up.
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.
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.
Tim Ho Wan’s next move in Australia
The brand recently turned a profit following losses in H1 2025.
Inside the 2026 global food and drink shakeup
Consumers are now seeking everyday foods and drinks with proven health benefits.
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.
Australia food delivery on track to double by 2034
Frequent promotions and discounts are also encouraging more regular orders.
Could the rise of self-service technology affect QSRs?
7 in 10 Australians prefer self-service as checkout options.
