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How Stagflation Is Reshaping the Fast Food Industry
In this episode of Stagflation Conversations with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore how the current stagflationary environment is reshaping the fast food industry. With inflation running hot and wage growth barely keeping up, consumers are trading down from casual dining—but also pushing back against rising menu prices. Lucas breaks down how chains like McDonald's and Taco Bell are responding with value menus, limited-time offers, and smaller portion sizes. They discuss the impact of higher commodity costs, the tension between volume and margins, and what the latest CPI data on food away…
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