The latest Restaurant Performance Index signals cautious optimism among operators that sales will improve. Continue Reading
Research & Reports
Research & Reports
More Operators Making Equipment Purchases
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted08/11/2025
Conditions Improved for Small Businesses in Q2
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
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/28/2025
Most Restaurant Operators Report Higher Sales for First Time Since January
Operators are still skeptical of economic conditions even as same-store sales and customer traffic improve. Continue Reading
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/7/2025
Restaurant Industry Sees Boost in May
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
Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/30/2025