Chad Moutray
Chief economist at the National Restaurant Association, commenting on US jobs data and the labor and cost pressures facing the restaurant sector.
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Apr 3, 2026 • 26min
Is the Strait of Hormuz opening up again?
Dr Chad Moutray, chief economist at the National Restaurant Association, explains US hiring and pressure on restaurants. Collins Chirio, chairman of Kenya’s tea producers, describes tea stockpiles and cashflow pain from shipping delays. Sorinjana Tuwari, Asia business correspondent in Manila, reports on the human toll for Filipino seafarers stranded by Middle East disruptions. They discuss shipping, supply chains and labor strains.
Mar 1, 2026 • 23min
Extra: Inflation, Delivery Apps, And The State Of The Restaurant Industry
Dr. Chad Moutray, Chief Economist at the National Restaurant Association, offers a concise look at dining trends and the industry's economic outlook. He covers how inflation and rising costs squeeze margins. He explains the rise of delivery apps and off‑premise sales. He also discusses labor dynamics, tech adoption, and which strategies help restaurants succeed.
Feb 23, 2026 • 32min
The Constitutional Battle Looming Over the State Of The Union
Dr. Chad Moutray, Chief Economist at the National Restaurant Association, offers a quick read on restaurant profits, labor shortages, and tech’s role. Senator Markwayne Mullin, U.S. Senator from Oklahoma, discusses tariff authority, DHS funding, immigration enforcement, and political strategy. They cover legal limits on trade powers, funding timelines, rising restaurant costs, and how policy choices could shape 2026.
