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Heather Haddon
Restaurants reporter at The Wall Street Journal who covers restaurant earnings and consumer behavior, explaining how chains like Chipotle and Sweetgreen are responding to younger consumers pulling back.
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Nov 16, 2025
• 13min
Are We in a Fast-Casual Restaurant Recession?
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Matt Grossman, an economics reporter at The Wall Street Journal, and Heather Haddon, a restaurants reporter, dive into the struggles of fast-casual dining as Gen Z and millennials cut back on spending. They discuss the decline in visits to popular chains like Chipotle and Sweetgreen, attributing it to economic pressures on younger consumers. The duo explores how these chains are adapting, from digital engagement strategies to international growth plans, highlighting the shifting landscape of consumer behavior and spending trends.
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