Robert Byrne
Director of consumer and industry insights at Technomic, discussing how restaurant dining patterns reflect economic divergence across income levels.
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Dec 8, 2025 • 7min
In case you forgot, this is a K-shaped economy
Julia Coronado, an economist and founder of Macro Policy Perspectives, discusses the growing concerns over a K-shaped economy, highlighting how high earners thrive while lower-income individuals struggle with inflation. Robert Byrne, a restaurant trends analyst, reveals how dining habits have shifted, showing that lower-income households are dining out less frequently. Meanwhile, fine dining remains in demand among wealthier consumers. Together, they unravel the disparities impacting economic perceptions and consumer behavior.
Dec 8, 2025 • 7min
In case you forgot, this is a K-shaped economy
Julia Coronado, an economist and founder of Macro Policy Perspectives, dives into the sticky inflation and the realities of a K-shaped economy, highlighting how wealthier households are benefiting disproportionately. Robert Byrne, a director at Technomic, shares insights on the dining habits of different income groups, revealing that lower-income households are eating out less, while high-income patrons continue to indulge in restaurant experiences. Together, they illustrate the growing economic divide and its effects on consumer behavior.
