SpotOn's latest report highlights economic pressures, pricing struggles, and funding challenges—and the strategies restaurants can use to thrive in a changing market.SAN FRANCISCO, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SpotOn, a leading software and payments partner for restaurants and small businesses, today unveiled its 2025 Restaurant Business Report, revealing the financial challenges restaurant operators face and the opportunities to strengthen their businesses. While economic pressures persist, the report highlights that with the right tools and insights, operators can take control of their financial future in 2025 to strengthen profitability and position their businesses for long-term success.SpotOn 2025 Restaurant Business Report Outlines the Financial Gaps and Opportunities for Growth in Restaurants SpotOn 2025 Restaurant Business Report Outlines the Financial Gaps and Opportunities for Growth in RestaurantsSpotOn worked with Penta to conduct a nationwide survey of 200 independent and chain restaurant operators to better understand the state of financial literacy among US operators in major markets including including Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, St. Louis, Chicago, New York, Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Miami, Denver, and Detroit.Key Findings from the 2025 SpotOn Financial Literacy ReportEconomic Pressures Are Rising : 93% of operators are concerned about the impact of rising interest rates on their business, while nearly 1 in 3 worry about financial stability in 2025. Independent operators feel the squeeze the most.: 93% of operators are concerned about the impact of rising interest rates on their business, while nearly 1 in 3 worry about financial stability in 2025. Independent operators feel the squeeze the most. Financial Systems Need an Overhaul : While 99% of operators agree that strong financial management is critical, 84% say their current systems need improvement, and nearly half admit they should spend more time on financial tracking but struggle to do so.: While 99% of operators agree that strong financial management is critical, 84% say their current systems need improvement, and nearly half admit they should spend more time on financial tracking but struggle to do so

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