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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Wet weather dampens pub, bar and restaurant sales in February - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

February's trading was adversely affected by dull and wet weather across many regions of Britain, with Met Office data indicating that England experienced 42% more rainfall than the long-term average for the month. Additionally, some consumers stayed home due to concerns about their disposable income amidst rising prices and economic uncertainty.
UK news
Silicon Valley food
fromFortune
4 days ago

McDonald's newest $3 value menu is sounding an alarm about America's K-shaped economy | Fortune

McDonald's launches its cheapest value menu in years, reflecting economic pressure on lower-income consumers struggling with inflation and stagnating wages.
fromwww.cnn.com
5 days ago

The restaurant reservation wars show no signs of slowing down

Restaurant owners like Panjwani are caught in the middle of a growing battle of new and established reservation platforms vying for their business. The two dominant players for more than a decade, OpenTable and Resy, are now facing a wave of fresh competition from high-end services and even delivery apps all trying to win lucrative bookings at exclusive establishments.
Dining
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

These Restaurant Chains Are Expected To Close Locations In 2026 - Tasting Table

Restaurant chains are closing underperforming locations in 2026 as an industry-wide survival strategy amid rising food costs and customer budget constraints, with 15% of existing restaurants expected to close.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Lime bikes, Oasis, Strawberries & Cream sandwiches, Kim Kardashian bras: How Londoners spent their money in 2025

Monzo customers spent 10m on Lime hires this summer, with rising AI and resale spending and distinct supermarket and foodservice patterns.
E-Commerce
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Why your next Christmas gift might be picked by AI

AI assistants will reshape holiday shopping, driving searches and purchases while buy-now-pay-later options support constrained consumers amid slower growth.
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