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Consumer Trends

Consumer trends, insights and preferences

Consumer Trends

Are teens losing their love for Chick-fil-A and Starbucks?

 By Lisa Jennings on Oct. 09, 2024

The semi-annual survey of Gen Z consumers by Piper Sandler still ranks the chicken and coffeehouse chains top among 13- to 19-year olds. But those teens appear to love the brands less than they did in the spring.

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How customers' dining preferences and spending habits are shifting in 2024

 By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 08, 2024

US Foods’ recent Diner Dispatch survey reveals how consumers are using restaurants this year compared to last.

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Travel will fuel restaurant visits in 2025

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 30, 2024

Nearly 20% of leisure travelers seek out new restaurants or culinary experiences, according to a new report from Hilton, and that trend is predicted to continue and grow.

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Americans' view of restaurants has tumbled this year

By Jonathan Maze on Sep. 16, 2024

Americans’ opinion on restaurants hit the lowest point since 2008, according to an annual Gallup survey of their perspective on different industries.

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Book bars and multi-colored matcha drinks are trendy, finds Yelp

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 11, 2024

Recent data also reveals an uptick in searches for social experiences and an earlier-than-ever interest in Halloween.

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Even dollar stores are now saying they need to focus more on value

By Heather Lalley on Aug. 29, 2024

Retail Watch: Dollar General reported its low-income shoppers are pulling back even more, offering up a continued warning sign for restaurants.

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Chicken rules the roost with consumers and operators

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 06, 2024

Wings, tenders and chicken sandwiches continue their winning streak, finds a new survey from Revenue Management Solutions.

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Fast food has lost its reputation as a cheap meal

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 22, 2024

Years of price hikes are driving consumers to grocery stores and even full-service restaurants, which are now viewed by some as a better deal.

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People taking weight loss drugs are spending less on groceries

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 22, 2024

Retail Watch: A new study on shopping behaviors among those on GLP-1 medications raises some potential worries for restaurants.

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Current influences on consumer spending and value decisions

Sponsored content from our partner IFMA on Jul. 11, 2024

Explore the latest insights into consumer spending and value decisions amidst ongoing inflation. Learn how rising food-away-from-home (FAFH) costs impact behaviors and discover strategies for targeting key demographics and addressing operator challenges in our current economic environment.

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