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Annika Stensson Director Research Communications National Restaurant Association Washington, D.C. @WeRRestaurants /RestaurantDotOrg /NationalRestaurantAssociation Restaurant.org/Research 1 Agenda Overview Economic Backdrop Consumer Trends Technology Trends Food Trends Wrap-Up 2 Industry Overview 3 DEFINITION: “Restaurant Industry” “Food Away from Home” All meals/snacks prepared away from home, including all takeout meals and beverages. 4 Restaurant Industry 2015 Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 5 45 Years of Restaurant Industry Sales (1971-2015) Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 6 An Economic Powerhouse Annual sales are larger than 90% of the world’s economies. Sales will grow by $26 billion in 2015 – more than double Hollywood’s annual domestic box office sales. 7 Foodservice Sales by Segment Tableservice Quickservice & Fast Casual $220 billion $213 billion $201 billion $193 billion 4.3% 2.9% 2014 2015 2014 Snack & Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars $33 billion $31 billion Retail Hosts $41 billion $38 billion 5.7% 5.2% 2014 2015 2015 Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 2015 2014 8 8 Restaurant Sales Growth in 2015 (Projected) Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 9 Restaurant Employment Growth 2015 to 2025 (Projected) Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 10 Where Do Consumers Spend? SPENDING CATEGORY PERCENT OF TOTAL Housing 34% Transportation 18% Food 13% Insurance/pensions 11% Health care 7% Entertainment 5% Apparel and services 3% Other 9% Total 100% 11 Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2013 Consumer Expenditure Survey; National Restaurant Association 11 Restaurant Industry’s Share of the Food Dollar 1955 Present 1955: 25% Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 2015: 47% 12 Economic Backdrop 13 2015 U.S Economic Outlook Gradual improvement continues INDICATOR 2014 2015 Real Gross Domestic Product 2.4% 3.4% Real Disposable Personal Income 2.4% 3.1% Consumer Price Index 1.7% 2.0% Total U.S. Employment 1.9% 2.2% Source: National Restaurant Association, projections as of December 2014 14 15 Economy 2M Jobs Above Pre-Recession Peak 31 states have more jobs than before losses started in Feb. 2008 National average: 1.4% more jobs Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 15 Restaurants Added More Than 360,000 Jobs During 2014 Eating-and-drinking-place employment – change from previous month Source: Bureau of Labor Statistic; figures are seasonally-adjusted 16 Consumer Confidence Remains Near Post-Recession Highs U.S. Consumer Confidence Index 150 125 100 75 50 25 0 Jan-98 Jan-00 Source: The Conference Board Jan-02 Jan-04 Jan-06 Jan-08 Jan-10 Jan-12 Jan-14 17 Gas Prices Fell Sharply in the Last Half of 2014 Average price per gallon for regular gasoline $4.50 Price per gallon $4.00 $3.50 $3.00 Down $1.49 Since End of June $2.50 $2.00 Jan-12 Jul-12 Jan-13 Jul-13 Source: U.S. Department of Energy, Energy Information Administration Jan-14 Jul-14 Jan-15 Jan-14 18 Rising Food Costs is Top Challenge DECEMBER 2012 DECEMBER 2014 DECEMBER 2013 The Economy 29% Government 30% Food Costs 31% Government 24% The Economy 21% Government 20% Food Costs 18% Recruiting Employees 11% Sales Volume 14% Sales Volume 10% Food Costs 10% Recruiting Employees 13% Sales Volume 10% Recruiting Employees 5% Source: National Restaurant Association, Restaurant Tracking Survey The Economy 8% 19 Wholesale Food Prices Post Strongest Growth in 3 Years Annual growth in Producer Price Index – All food Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 20 Menu Price Growth Remains Moderate Annual growth in Consumer Price Index – Food Away from Home Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 21 Higher-Income Households Prime Restaurant Customers Share of total restaurant spending by household income level Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2013 22 International Travel and Tourism Continues to Rise International arrivals to the United States (in millions) Source: U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of Travel and Tourism Industries *Projected 23 Consumer Trends 24 Quality Time Consumers who say dining out is a better use of time than cooking and cleaning up. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 25 Unique Experiences Consumers who say restaurants provide tastes and flavors that aren’t easily duplicated at home. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 26 Top Attributes for Choosing a Restaurant Good service Food quality Good value Favorite items on the menu Convenient location to home or work Healthy menu items Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 27 Noticing Healthful Options Consumers who say there are more healthful options on restaurant menus now than two years ago. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 28 Choosing Healthy Options Consumers who say they are more likely to choose a restaurant that offers healthy menu options. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 29 Actually Choosing Healthy Options Consumers who say they are ordering more healthful options in restaurants now than two years ago. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 30 Opting for Local Sourcing Consumers who say they are more likely to visit a restaurant that offers locally sourced food items. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 31 Eco-Friendly Matters Consumers who say they are more likely to visit a restaurant that offers organic or environmentally friendly food. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 32 Adventurous Palates Consumers who say they are more adventurous in their restaurant food choices now than two years ago. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 33 Different Kind of Takeout Consumers who say they would buy fresh, uncooked food items from restaurants. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 34 Breakfast for Dinner Consumers who wish restaurants served breakfast items all day Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 35 35 Technology Trends 36 Tech Influences Consumers who factor in technology when choosing a restaurant. Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 37 Smartphone/Tablet Ownership or Usage All adults 70% 18-34 90% 35-44 89% 45-54 62% 55-64 60% 65+ 34% Source: National Restaurant Association, October 2014 38 Consumers More Likely to Use Restaurant Technology Compared to two years ago Don't Use 12% More Likely 35% Less Likely 13% Same 40% Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 39 Restaurant Technology Usage Percent of adults Look up restaurant locations, directions and hours of operation Look at menus Read reviews from apps or sites like Yelp and TripAdvisor Use rewards or special deals Order takeout or delivery directly from a restaurant’s website or branded app 88% 70% 57% 54% 54% Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast – Base own/use smartphone/tablet 40 Restaurant Technology Usage Percent of adults Look up restaurant nutrition information Make reservations Pay for meals Order takeout or delivery via an aggregate service like Seamless or GrubHub 49% 43% 26% 22% Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast – Base own/use smartphone/tablet 41 Technology Is Growing 79% of consumers say tech options increase convenience 70% say tech options speed up service 70% say tech options increase order accuracy 37% of consumers report technology makes restaurant visits and ordering more complicated Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 42 What’s In It for Restaurateurs? 45% of consumers say tech options make dining out more fun 35% say tech options make them choose one restaurant over another 34% say tech options make them dine out or order takeout/delivery more often Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 43 Food Trends 44 What’s Hot in 2015 TABLESERVICE RESTAURANTS 1) Local meat/seafood 6) New cuts of meat 2) Local produce 7) Hyper-local 3) Sustainability 8) Sustainable seafood 4) Healthy kids’ meals 9) Food waste reduction 5) Natural ingredients 10) Farm-branding Source: National Restaurant Association, What’s Hot in 2015 chef survey 45 What’s Hot in 2015 LIMITED-SERVICE RESTAURANTS 1) Gluten-free items 6) Gourmet grilled cheese 2) Sustainability 7) Build-your-own 3) Local produce 8) Healthy kids’ meals 4) Kids’ veggie sides 9) Local meat/seafood 5) Mini-desserts 10) Milk/juice in kids’ meals Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 46 What’s Hot in 2015 ALCOHOL 1) Artisan spirits 2) Local beer/wine/spirits 3) Onsite barrel-aged drinks 4) Regional signature cocktails 5) Culinary cocktails Source: National Restaurant Association, What’s Hot in 2015 chef survey 47 Movers & Shakers in 2015 WARMING TRENDS Underutilized fish Ethnic condiments Ramen Southeast Asian cuisine Gourmet grilled cheese (QSR) Mini-desserts (QSR) Source: National Restaurant Association 48 What’s Hot in 2015 UMBRELLA TRENDS Local sourcing Environmental sustainability Nutrition/Kids’ nutrition Ethnic cuisines and flavors Source: National Restaurant Association 49 Perennial Favorites in 2015 TABLESERVICE RESTAURANTS 1) Barbecue 6) Oatmeal 2) Italian cuisine 7) Comfort foods 3) Fried chicken 8) Fruit desserts 4) French toast 9) Pulled pork 5) Frying 10) Chicken wings Source: National Restaurant Association, What’s Hot in 2015 chef survey 50 Perennial Favorites in 2015 LIMITED-SERVICE RESTAURANTS 1) French fries 6) Hamburgers 2) Poultry items 7) Side salads 3) Bacon 8) Onion rings 4) Bottled water 9) Soft drinks 5) Beef items 10) Pizza Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 51 Future Trends TOP Developments : Food & Menu There will be significant upgrades in product quality and emphasis on “fresh.” Local sourcing will become more prevalent. Healthy eating will continue to grow. There will be a greater demand for authentic items and flavor profiles. Fresh produce options will become more plentiful. Source: National Restaurant Association, Restaurant Industry 2020 52 Wrap-Up 53 Americans Love Restaurants Consumers who say they enjoy going to: 90% 66% Restaurants Grocery stores Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 54 Unfilled Demand Consumers who are NOT dining out as often as they would like Source: National Restaurant Association, 2015 Restaurant Industry Forecast 55 Restaurant Operators Are More Optimistic about Sales Growth Operators’ outlook for sales in six months vs. same period previous year Source: National Restaurant Association 56 Key Takeaways Real sales growth for sixth consecutive year. Food cost growth will remain a challenge. While consumer confidence will improve, they will still be managing their check and need “nudging.” Positive future despite challenges. More technology integration to aid productivity and boost loyalty. Average Americans are turning into “foodies.” Local sourcing, environmental sustainability, nutrition and ethnic cuisine are key menu trends. 57 Annika Stensson Director Research Communications National Restaurant Association [email protected] @WeRRestaurants /RestaurantDotOrg /NationalRestaurantAssociation Restaurant.org/Research 58