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Collins Foods profits jump 33.6%
Collins Foods profits jump 33.6%
Collins Foods grew its net profit after tax 33.6% to $14.3 million, according to its financial results for the half year ended 18 October 2015.
Families are back in the market, says research
According to CREST, the proprietary database of the NPD Group, for the first time in over two years there is a decline in adult only parties’ visits...
RFG maintains 'buoyant' outlook for FY2016
The Retail Food Group reaffirmed its earnings guidance, announcing its strong start to fiscal year 2016.
Home cooking start ups have potential, with caveats, says Euromonitor
The emergence of food apps where local people will cook for you is a sign of how far consumer trends have come, according to Euromonitor.
Deloitte: Retailers expect sales to rise this Christmas
Eighty percent of Australia's retailers expect 2015 Christmas sales to exceed those achieved in 2014, according to the findings of the latest Deloitte...
Sydney locals prefer McDonald's, says research
A 2015 study by Wimdu revealed that Sydney locals prefer to eat out at McDonald’s due to taste and convenience.
International foodservice chains sales total US$59.9 globally in 2014
Market Research Company Euromonitor International and Nation’s Restaurant News released the top 25 performing international restaurant chains outside...
Consumers are turning to yoghurt-based smoothies, says research
Research done by Frosty Boy Australia found that consumers are craving yoghurt-based smoothies.
Value meals and upsized meals declined this year, says research
According to CREST, the proprietary database of the NPD Group, consumers' perceived value does not correspond to the offers in the QSR market, showing...
Domino's Q1 sales grow
The pizza chain announced strong first quarter results in Australia, NZ, and Europe, and upgraded its Full Year 2016 Guidance to 25% growth over 2015...
Comfort foods enjoyed by Kiwis differ by gender, says survey
A survey run by The Coffee Club to celebrate New Zealand’s second National Comfort Food Day found that the comfort foods enjoyed by Kiwi men and women...
Baby boomers account for around a quarter of QSR visits, says research
According to CREST, the proprietary database of the NPD Group, baby boomers account for around a quarter of all visits to the Australian foodservice...
Greatest growth in restaurant visits came from fast casual stores
Research from the NPD Group said that fast casual restaurants outperformed the industry five times over.
Donut King takes crown for most satisfied customers
Donut King claimed Canstar Blue’s Most Satisfied Customers Award for coffee shop chains.
Consumers switching to non-deal led occasions, says research
According to CREST, the proprietary database of the NPD Group, most consumers do not need a deal when visiting the foodservice industry.
More innovation to come from Macca's, Euromonitor predicts
After the fast food chain revealed its gourmet breakfast menu, Euromonitor expects more innovation to come.
Health snack food production set to soar as Aussies seek healthier options
Experts at IBISWorld predicted the top trends in snack food production and retail.
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