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Jersey Mike’s Files for IPO as Franchise Giant Eyes Next Phase of Global Expansion
Jersey Mike's Subs has entered the public markets race after filing a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a...
China’s Home Original Chicken Makes Overseas Debut Through Singapore JV
Chinese quick-service restaurant chain Home Original Chicken, better known in its home market as Laoxiangji (Lausanjee), is taking its first step onto the global...
Hand & Stone Names Franchise Veteran Carrie Walsh as CEO to Lead Next Phase of Growth
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa has appointed franchise industry veteran Carrie Walsh as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, as...
7-Eleven Showcases Sustainability and Community Impact in 2025 Report
Convenience giant 7-Eleven has published its 2025 Impact Report, detailing the company's progress in community engagement, environmental stewardship and responsible retailing as it continues...
Paris Baguette Deepens UK Expansion with Seventh London Bakery Café
Global bakery café brand Paris Baguette has strengthened its presence in the United Kingdom with the opening of its seventh UK store, marking another...
Honi Poke Unveils UK Franchise Rollout Strategy
Fast-casual poke bowl brand Honi Poke has launched its UK franchise programme, marking a significant milestone in its expansion strategy as it looks to...
PizzaExpress Taps EU Partnership for Hong Kong Menu Innovation
PizzaExpress Hong Kong has introduced a limited-time Grana Padano PDO menu across its 19 restaurants through a partnership with the European Union-backed "Happiness from...
Club Pilates Lands Major Multi-State Franchise Expansion with Saber Ammori
Club Pilates is significantly expanding its U.S. footprint after signing one of its largest multi-unit franchise development agreements with entrepreneur and existing franchise operator...
MINISO Launches US$255 Million Share Buyback as Founder Boosts Personal Stake
Chinese lifestyle retailer MINISO has launched a HK$2 billion (approximately US$255 million) share repurchase programme, while founder, Chairman and CEO Ye Guofu moves ahead...
Starbucks Expands Jay Chou Collaboration Across Asia-Pacific, Showcasing Experiential Brand Marketing
Global coffee leader Starbucks is taking its successful collaboration with Mandopop icon Jay Chou beyond mainland China, launching a regional summer campaign across Asia-Pacific...
Domino’s Promotes Joe Jordan to CEO as Russell Weiner Becomes Executive Chairman
Domino’s Pizza Inc. has unveiled a long-planned leadership succession that will see company veteran Joe Jordan become Chief Executive Officer effective October 1, 2026,...
Popeyes Franchisee Sailormen Inc. Sells Majority of Restaurants Following Bankruptcy
One of the largest franchise operators in the Popeyes system is moving closer to completing its Chapter 11 restructuring after securing buyers for 97...
Blo Blow Dry Bar Strengthens U.S. Expansion with Fourth Arizona Franchise
Blo Blow Dry Bar, North America's original blow dry bar franchise, is continuing its aggressive North American expansion with the signing of a new...
Tutor Doctor Recognised for Franchise Excellence After Record UK Growth
Tutor Doctor has been shortlisted for Franchisor of the Year at the 2026 National Tutoring Awards, following a year of significant investment in its...
Dubai’s Homegrown Brands Eye Global Markets Through Franchising
Homegrown UAE brands including Pickl, FiLLi Cafe, SALT, Home Bakery, Operation: Falafel, Parker's and Saddle are increasingly using franchising to expand into international markets,...
