$GRLT According to MarketLine, the world fast-food industry is expected to generate nearly $240 billion in 2014, with the quick-service segment accounting for 71 percent of the overall market value. The Americas account for nearly half of the overall global market share.

Last year, restaurant sales in the United States increased 4 percent to $425.6 billion, and sales are expected to again increase by 3.8 percent in 2013.