UK restaurants offer deep discounts in ‘last resort’ to lure spend-shy diners
Discounting risks more damage to margins as sector struggles to emerge from pandemic slump
Discounting risks more damage to margins as sector struggles to emerge from pandemic slump

Cash-strapped consumers seek cheaper options as cost of living rises

Plus oil’s fat tails, and immigration

Consumers are increasingly shunning the restaurant experience for the comfort and cost savings of their living rooms

Americans are increasingly eating at home as they fret about job security and stubbornly high prices

Hospitality sector already hit by increases to business rates and wages

Fast-food hamburger chain uses promotions and value menu items to boost sales