In this fascinating episode of the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, we delved into the dynamics of Canada's hospitality sector with Ara Kharazian, Economic Research Lead at Square. Ara's expertise has illuminated pages of top-tier publications, including the New York Times and Bloomberg, bringing crucial data-driven insights into how technology is reshaping business landscapes.

Key Highlights:

Ara delves into intriguing findings from Square Canada's latest Coffee Report.Learn about the economic forces shaping the coffee industry and strategic moves business owners can implement.Examination of the current wage trends and their implications for the hospitality sector.Discussion on changes in consumer behavior with rising coffee prices.Ara shares vital global trends from Square's comprehensive transaction data that Canadian businesses should monitor.

A heartfelt thank you to Ara Kharazian for joining us and providing such rich and actionable insights. His contributions are invaluable to understanding and navigating the complexities of today’s market dynamics.

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