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Starbucks Partners Boyu Capital in China, Eyes 20,000 Locations
Starbucks has formally closed the sale of a controlling stake in its China business, bringing in private equity firm Boyu Capital as its local...
Cheesecake Factory, Chick-fil-A Lead AUV Charts in Split Restaurant Market
Average unit volumes (AUVs) across major restaurant chains are drawing a sharper divide in global franchise economics, with The Cheesecake Factory and Chick-fil-A leading...
EssilorLuxottica Doubles Down on Asia via Top Charoen Stake
Global eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica has acquired a significant stake in Thai optical retailer Top Charoen, strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia and tightening its...
Adrianne Lee Exits Bed Bath & Beyond; Joins Sally Beauty as CFO
US specialty retail is witnessing another senior leadership shift, with Bed Bath & Beyond confirming the exit of its top finance executive to Sally...
Coca-Cola Unites 13 QSR Giants in Landmark ‘And a Coke’ Campaign
Coca-Cola has launched a sweeping new campaign designed to reinforce its dominance across the global quick-service restaurant (QSR) ecosystem, bringing together 13 major chains...
Alissa Pavano Takes Charge of Franchise Development at The Fashion Class
REP’M Group has appointed Alissa Pavano to lead franchise development for its newest brand partner, The Fashion Class, as the children’s creative education concept...
Bed Bath & Beyond Seals $150M Deal to Acquire The Container Store
Bed Bath & Beyond has agreed to acquire The Container Store in a deal valued at approximately $150 million, marking a significant step in...
Firehouse Subs Bets Big on Franchise Bonuses to Accelerate U.S. Expansion
Firehouse Subs is stepping up its franchise growth strategy with a new wave of financial incentives aimed at accelerating store openings, deepening penetration in...
Marimekko Targets Southeast Asia Growth with Indonesia and Philippines Entry
Finnish lifestyle design house Marimekko is accelerating its Asia expansion strategy with planned market entries into Indonesia and the Philippines, marking its latest push...
Dave & Buster’s Bets on Workforce Culture to Drive Guest Traffic
Dave & Buster’s, the US-based eatertainment chain known for combining dining with arcade-style gaming, is sharpening its focus on employee experience as part of...
Break Coffee Franchise Expands into North Dakota with Statewide Rollout
Break Coffee Co. has expanded its U.S. presence with the launch of a new franchise operation in North Dakota, securing a statewide territory as...
IFPG Expands Platform with Business Alliance Acquisition, Adds Veteran Consultants
The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) has acquired Business Alliance Inc., strengthening its fast-growing franchise consulting platform and bringing a roster of experienced, integrity-focused...
Camp Run-A-Mutt Hits Three Million Visits, Eyes Aggressive Franchise Growth
Camp Run-A-Mutt has crossed the three million check-in mark across its system, underscoring strong consumer demand for premium, cage-free dog daycare and boarding services,...
Pancheros Mexican Grill Signs 3-Store Franchise Deal with Mex Midwest
Midwest-based franchise group Mex Midwest has signed a three-unit development agreement with Pancheros Mexican Grill, marking the brand’s continued push deeper into its core...
Kopi Kenangan Picks Taipei for Taiwan Entry, Expands International Footprint
Indonesian coffee chain Kopi Kenangan has entered Taiwan with its first store in Taipei, marking its seventh international market and another step in its...
