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Fast Food Restaurants in the US - Industry Market Research Report

Publisher IBISWorld
Published May 06, 2025
Length 45 Pages
SKU # IBSS20009503

Description

Fast Food Restaurants in the US

Over the five years to 2023, Fast Food Restaurants have grappled with shifting consumer preferences and a saturated food service landscape that has kept prices low. The rising popularity of fast-casual restaurants benefits the industry, helping to maintain revenue growth. Moreover, intense internal and external competition forces fast-food operators to emphasize low prices in a battle to attract consumers. As a result, industry revenue grew at a CAGR of 2.5% to $366.9 billion over the past five years, including an increase of 1.3% in 2023 alone.

This industry comprises restaurants where patrons pay for quick-service food products before eating. Purchases may be consumed on-site, taken out or delivered. This industry excludes coffee and snack shops. Most industry establishments also sell beverages, such as water, juice and sodas, but usually not alcohol.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Table of Contents

45 Pages
ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY

Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources

INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE

INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE

Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle

PRODUCTS & MARKETS

Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization

MAJOR COMPANIES

OPERATING CONDITIONS

Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance

KEY STATISTICS

Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios

JARGON & GLOSSARY

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