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Jersey Mike’s Files for IPO as Blackstone Targets $12 B Valuation
Jersey Mike’s Subs has taken a key step toward going public, confidentially filing for an initial public offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange...
Nike Cuts 1,400 Jobs as ‘Win Now’ Strategy Gains Pace
Nike is cutting approximately 1,400 roles across its global operations as part of its “Win Now” turnaround strategy, underscoring a major organizational reset aimed...
50-Unit Deal Propels Mike’s Red Tacos into New England Market
Mike's Red Tacos has signed a major 50-unit franchise agreement with seasoned operators, marking a significant step in its national growth strategy and entry...
Club Pilates Ramps Up UK Expansion as Reformer Pilates Demand Surges
Global boutique fitness brand Club Pilates is stepping up its expansion across the UK, positioning reformer Pilates at the centre of its growth strategy...
Bed Bath & Beyond Re-enters California, Speeds Retail Revival
Bed Bath & Beyond is set to open stores in California, marking a significant reversal of its earlier decision to avoid the state, as...
Lululemon Brings in Nike Veteran Heidi O’Neill as CEO
Lululemon Athletica has named longtime Nike executive Heidi O’Neill as its next Chief Executive Officer, signalling a strategic reset as the company looks to...
Wendy’s Philippines Scales to 100 Outlets, Targets 200 by 2030
The Wendy’s Company has reached the 100-restaurant mark in the Philippines, marking a major milestone in one of its longest-standing international markets and reinforcing...
Nothing Bundt Cakes Hits 800 as Multi-Unit Franchise Engine Accelerates Growth
Nothing Bundt Cakes has crossed a major growth milestone with the opening of its 800th bakery, underscoring continued momentum for the specialty cake franchise...
Shakey’s Eyes Franchise Comeback with ‘Slow Casual’ Pivot
Shakey’s Pizza is reactivating its franchise expansion strategy in the United States and beyond, marking a renewed growth phase after a comprehensive brand revitalisation...
Pepper Lunch Partners Kalibrate to Scale US Growth Strategy
Japanese fast-casual brand Pepper Lunch has partnered with location intelligence firm Kalibrate to accelerate its expansion across the United States, as the brand sharpens...
H&H Bagels Delivers 900 Orders on Day One Without Stockouts
H&H Bagels, a New York-origin brand known for its traditional kettle-boiled bagels, processed more than 900 orders on the opening day of its Pinecrest,...
DFI Retail, CK Hutchison Explore Hong Kong Supermarket Mega Merger
DFI Retail Group and CK Hutchison Holdings are in discussions to merge their supermarket operations in Hong Kong, a move that could significantly reshape...
fit20 Strengthens UK Presence with New Kingston Opening
Fitness franchise fit20 has expanded its presence in West London with the opening of a new studio in Kingston upon Thames, marking the third...
Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Hit by Soft Demand, Profit Falls
Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc. (SPAVI), the parent company of Potato Corner, reported a 20% decline in core net income for FY2025, as softer...
Korea Regulator Clears Jollibee’s Shabu All Day Takeover
South Korea’s antitrust body has approved the acquisition of local buffet hot pot chain Shabu All Day by a subsidiary of Jollibee Foods Corporation,...
