coronavirus

Industries all across the country are experiencing the disruptive impact of the COVID-19. Discover how it could affect the U.S. foodservice, grocery and convenience industries.

Financing

Restaurants should brace for a grim spring

As local governments take steps to limit the coronavirus and sports teams cancel games, the industry faces a dramatic downturn, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

Operations

Grubhub drops commissions on delivery orders from independent restaurants

The service said it will forgo up to $100 million in fees.

The chain is implementing additional cleaning procedures and more in the wake of the coronavirus.

Industry leaders are pushing for relief measures such as cash infusions, breaks on delivery charges and suspension of sales taxes.

From “contactless” delivery options to delivery deals and other offers, restaurants are trying a variety of ways to keep their customers—even those who may be wary of dining in restaurants right now.

Yum Brands, which also owns KFC and Pizza Hut, said it is “encouraging” its franchisees to take a similar step.

The COVID-19 pandemic is scaring customers away, but some operators are trying to drum up business with a little creativity.

The annual conference in Scottsdale, Ariz., has been called off amid coronavirus concerns.

All 19 Union Square Hospitality Group concepts in the city are closed until further notice in a move to avoid spreading the coronavirus.

A new study by software provider Womply reveals the growing business impact of the coronavirus, stoked by incorrect notions about the illness that began in China.

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