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Restaurant Industry Shifts Focus: Value, Chicken, and Snacks

11/14/2025

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Story summary

The 2025 Restaurant Finance and Development Conference shows the industry is adjusting to softer demand by focusing on value and customer experience.
Bank of America Securities (BofA Securities) identifies chicken as a prime investment area due to favorable economics and versatility across dining formats.
The beverage sector, especially coffee, remains attractive to investors.
Younger consumers drive growth in protein-fortified snacks, with major brands launching new products.

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Story summary

The 2025 Restaurant Finance and Development Conference shows the industry is adjusting to softer demand by focusing on value and customer experience.
Bank of America Securities (BofA Securities) identifies chicken as a prime investment area due to favorable economics and versatility across dining formats.
The beverage sector, especially coffee, remains attractive to investors.
Younger consumers drive growth in protein-fortified snacks, with major brands launching new products.