The current uncertain geopolitical environment was an opportunity rather than a cause for despair, attendees of today’s Sustainability 2026; Making progress in a time of uncertainty webinar heard. Sarah Duncan from Expert Advice/Sleeping Lion and HOSPA’s sustainability advisor, opened the webinar with the comment: “The world has become even more fragile. It can feel like we’re living in a permanent state of crisis. When actually we need measured, thoughtful long-term resilience for...

By Rachael Berry, Percipient Dealing with pressure isn’t a new concept to Restaurant finance teams. But in today’s world, the stakes are higher than ever. With thin margins, unpredictable market conditions, and increasingly complex multi-location operations, finance leaders are being asked to deliver clearer insights, faster reporting, and smarter forecasting than legacy tools were designed to provide. AI is bringing a new era where finance leaders can finally get the real-time visibility and...

Food and drink prices in the foodservice sector recorded a minor month-on-month decline of -0.2 % in February, the latest Foodservice Price Index from NIQ and Prestige Purchasing reveals. The slight easing builds on a stabilisation of prices in January, bringing respite to hospitality after inflationary spikes in late 2025. Downward movement in February was driven by significant cooling in major categories including milk, cheese & eggs, where prices fell month-on-month after improved European...