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How Falling Birth Rates Reshape the Restaurant Industry
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore how declining birth rates and aging populations are transforming the restaurant industry in unexpected ways. With fewer young families and more older adults, chains like Applebee's are shrinking portion sizes and adding early-bird specials, while upscale concepts like The Capital Grille are thriving. Lucas breaks down the demographic shift: the 65-plus crowd now accounts for 35 percent of US restaurant traffic, up from 22 percent a decade ago. Meanwhile, fast-food giants like McDonald's are pivoting to smaller footprints and delivery-only…
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