Surge in dining and entertainment spending boosts restaurant and cinema revenue ahead of Diwali
Published on: Oct. 19, 2025, 5:30 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Lowered tax rates are fueling a surge in discretionary spending, with restaurant chains, pubs, and online booking platforms experiencing significant growth. This boost in dining, live entertainment, and movie attendance offers a welcome relief to businesses that have faced stagnant on-premises sales. The festive season, coupled with a GST reduction on certain film tickets, has triggered this increased consumer consumption.
