The overall restaurant industry was flat in August, but more operators are expecting a sales improvement and future spending, according to a new National Restaurant Association survey. Continue Reading
More companies are expecting revenue to increase over the next year, but hiring has emerged as a new challenge, according to the latest MetLife and U.S. Chamber Small Business Index. Continue Reading
The latest MAFSI Business Barometer registered a 1.6 percent sales increase during Q2, but the association warns the impact of higher tariffs has not been fully realized. Continue Reading
From design to regulatory compliance, virtual facility models can remove friction and streamline restaurant and commercial kitchen projects. Continue Reading
The full deduction offered by Section 179 can not only save foodservice operators money but also free up their budgets for added purchases or upgrades. Continue Reading
Most foodservice segments saw sales rise even as customers traded down from more expensive experiences, according to Black Box Intelligence. Continue Reading
The latest Restaurant Performance Index signals cautious optimism among operators that sales will improve. Continue Reading
Inflation concerns receded from record highs as small businesses reported better cash flow and plans to expand staffing, according to new data from MetLife and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Continue Reading
Operators are still skeptical of economic conditions even as same-store sales and customer traffic improve. Continue Reading
The casual dining and fast casual segments lifted sales and customer traffic for the overall industry, but Black Box Intelligence projects softer conditions for the second half of 2025. Continue Reading
