The number of independent U.S. eateries fell 3% in the year ended March 31, while the number of chain restaurants rose 1%, according to NPD Group. Fast-casual chains saw the biggest jump, with the number of units increasing 7%. Independents still account for about 54% of all eateries, but traffic has dipped 2% over the past five years and mom-and-pop outfits have fewer resources to see them through slow times. Read the CNBC story here
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