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Restaurant menu prices rose 3.5% over the past year, outpacing grocery inflation of 1.8% in September, according to the CPI.

Consumer buying power decreases 0.7% as inflation outpaces wage growth.

Anybody expecting a quick improvement in fast-food traffic isn’t getting much hope from some of the industry’s top executives.

RMS finds 48% of high-income households spending more at restaurants

A new report this week from the consulting firm Revenue Management Solutions (RMS) found continued sharp differences in the dining habits of higher-income and lower-income consumers.

John Oakes helps franchises turn data into insights for growth.

New research suggests multi-unit restaurant operators must tailor value bundles to specific dayparts and consumer occasions to maintain traffic in a price-sensitive market.

Revenue Management Solutions reports 36% of consumers spend more on restaurants in Q2 2026

Justin Pridon advises updating franchise menus based on data trends.

A new survey reveals that 37% of QSR customers have noticed 'shrinkflation' in portion sizes, highlighting the importance of transparency in restaurant pricing strategies.

Dora Furman advises franchise brands on pricing strategy across systems.

Revenue Management Solutions highlights that AI's effectiveness in the restaurant industry depends on a strong data foundation to drive personalization, pricing optimization, and accurate forecasting.

New consumer data indicates that nearly half of diners would switch restaurant brands for high-protein options, prompting major chains like McDonald's and Arby's to update their menus.

Quarterly traffic data shows Millennial and Gen Z diners are driving growth by opting for protein-focused upgrades and specialty beverages despite broader market pullbacks.

TAMPA, Fla., April 28, 2026 // GLOBE NEWSWIRE // -- Tropical Smoothie Cafe , a fast-casual restaurant brand with more than 1,700 U.S.

A new report indicates more consumers perceive restaurant prices as higher than grocery prices for the first time in a year, challenging operators to prove value.

Restaurant demand isn't disappearing in 2026, but it is evolving.

Rising gas prices may cost QSRs $22,000 annually per $1 increase

Hybrid workers might just be a valuable traffic source for quick-service franchises, with 22% reporting an increase in visits and spending more, up 8%, compared to remote workers.

Earlier this year, Little Caesars raised t he price of its famous "Hot N Ready" pizza for the first time in 25 years — upping the cost from $5 a pie to $5.55.

Applied Analytics suggests six tips on how to improve decision-making using data from POS systems.