IFDA Monthly Economic Update

Produced with Sage Policy Group, Inc., this monthly report is exclusively created for foodservice distribution leaders to help guide strategic business planning. It provides bite-sized data and analysis of macroeconomic trends and outlook, as well as tracking of the most industry-relevant economic indicators. The monthly format delivers information in a timely manner as new government and private-source data is released, offering unique real-time insight and more accurate short-term predictions. 

Key takeaways from the August 2025 issue:

Despite a steady unemployment rate, labor market performance indicates the economy is weakening. Additional signs include rising inflation, especially in wholesale food and unprocessed food. While restaurant sales are still up compared to a year ago, consumer spending has slowed in recent months, and restaurant labor shortages are starting to reemerge.

• Spending at restaurants has moderated over the past few months but is still strong year to date.
• Job growth has slowed even as unemployment remains relatively stable.
• Inflation accelerated in July.

Price: Free to all IFDA members as an exclusive member benefit.