Labor Shortages Costly Problem for Restaurants
The fear of immigration raids is now interfering with restaurant operations, leading to chronic restaurant labor shortages.

The fear of immigration raids is now interfering with restaurant operations, leading to chronic restaurant labor shortages.
Mother’s Day spending is set to break records as consumers lean into premium treats and experience driven celebrations. Chocolate emerges as the emotional anchor of the holiday, with dark varieties surging as shoppers seek meaningful yet affordable indulgence.
With gas prices surging past $4 per gallon in many states and the U.S. engaged in a heated conflict with Iran, this could be the summer of the staycation.
Global fertilizer chokepoints tied to the Strait of Hormuz crisis are putting 2026 crop yields and food inflation at real risk. Industry leaders are being urged to secure inputs early and rethink supply chains before the squeeze truly tightens.