Australia's foodservice delivered another resilient quarter. Total spend increased 5.9%, supported by a 0.6% lift in traffic, reinforcing that higher average eater cheques continue to drive growth. However, this resilience may reflect a timing lag, as consumers have not yet fully absorbed the impact of rising interest rates, elevated fuel prices, and escalating global tensions.

Here’s a quick look at key trends we uncovered:

• Growth is powered by a familiar player.

• A split is emerging between earlier and later eating occasions.

• Value-centric foodservice categories delivered strong growth amidst economic volatility.

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