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Our coverage tracks financial activity shaping the UK foodservice and hospitality sector, from venture capital and private equity backing to corporate acquisitions, refinancing deals, and growth funding. Our reporting is focused on the operators, brands, and concepts attracting capital, and what that means for the wider industry. Whether you’re a restaurant group seeking funding, a pub chain monitoring market valuations, or a catering contractor analysing competitor growth, our investment coverage delivers intelligence that helps business leaders understand where money is flowing, and why. Expect deep dives, expert commentary, and deal-by-deal context, all tailored to the foodservice trade.

Investment

Our coverage tracks financial activity shaping the UK foodservice and hospitality sector, from venture capital and private equity backing to corporate acquisitions, refinancing deals, and growth funding. Our reporting is focused on the operators, brands, and concepts attracting capital, and what that means for the wider industry. Whether you’re a restaurant group seeking funding, a pub chain monitoring market valuations, or a catering contractor analysing competitor growth, our investment coverage delivers intelligence that helps business leaders understand where money is flowing, and why. Expect deep dives, expert commentary, and deal-by-deal context, all tailored to the foodservice trade.

Restaurants see sales jump 9.5% in December amid delivery demand

British restaurant groups have recorded 9.5% total sales growth in December, driven by…

New Year, New Supplier?

Whether it’s pricing, equipment performance or taking advantage of the quiet period to…

Heartwood Collection FY turnover jumps 21.7% to £82.7m

Heartwood Collection has reported a 21.7% jump in turnover to £82.7m, from £67.9m, during…

Young’s posts strong festive sales and plans Main Market move

Young’s has reported strong festive trading, with double-digit like-for-like sales growth…

Restaurant Associates launches new culinary academy to develop chefs

Restaurant Associates has launched the Steve Groves Culinary Academy, a new culinary school…

Historic Farringdon pub to reopen in February after £1.8m refurb

The Hoop and Grapes in Farringdon, a historic pub near Fleet Street is set to reopen in…

Pubs outperform restaurants in strong December

British pub groups ended 2025 with their strongest month of the year, outperforming…

Amber Taverns opens The Comet in Helensburgh

Pub operator Amber Taverns has opened a new venue in Helensburgh with the launch of The…

Urban Pubs and Bars sees festive sales rise 14.5%

Urban Pubs and Bars has reported that like-for-like sales rose 14.5% over the festive…

Knoops reports Christmas sales lift as wholesale channel expands

Chocolate drinks retailer Knoops has reported a 12% increase in like-for-like sales at its…
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