Economic News
May 11, 2026
MAFSI Barometer: Sales Show Slim Progress
Overall sales for Q1/26 increased by 1.0% versus Q1/25.
April 13, 2026
National Restaurant Association Shares Business Application Data
Accommodation and foodservices application activity remains ‘substantially elevated relative to historical norms,’ says the group.
March 20, 2026
Datassential: Toastique Marks Top Emerging Chain in US
Kyuramen and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill round out the top three emerging chains.
March 13, 2026
NAFEM Survey Reveals Top Issues Impacting Manufacturers
Tariffs and regulatory compliance burdens mark key challenges across the $17B foodservice equipment and supplies industry.
March 6, 2026
MAFSI Barometer: Sales Continue To Improve
By product, tabletop sales rose the most at 4%, and by region, the Northeast saw the biggest gain (5.3%).
February 13, 2026
Restaurant, Foodservice Sales To Reach $1.55T
Rising costs and ongoing consumer demand will lead to modest growth in 2026, according to the National Restaurant Association.
January 1, 2026
2026 State of the Foodservice Industry
Tested but resilient, operators look for more stability in 2026 to help reverse traffic declines.
November 14, 2025
MAFSI Again Reports Modest Sales Growth
The most recent quarter saw sales improve more than 2%, marking the second consecutive modest gain in quarterly sales.
September 8, 2025
Q2 Barometer Seemingly Shows ‘Best-Case Scenario’
The final numbers surpassed the association’s Q1 prediction of 1.0% growth amid ongoing uncertainties.
July 18, 2025
Consumers’ Summer Dining Adds Up
June was the fourth consecutive month with real sales growth above 2%.
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