IKEA’s Largest Franchisee Ingka Group to Cut 800 Jobs in Global Reset
Ingka Group, the biggest franchise operator of IKEA stores worldwide, is planning to cut around 800 office-based roles as part of a broader restructuring...
Taco Bell Expands into Paraguay as QSRs Double Down on Emerging Markets
Taco Bell is preparing to enter Paraguay, marking a strategic move in its aggressive international growth plan and underscoring rising interest in underpenetrated Latin...
Wetzel’s Pretzels Eyes C-Store Expansion, Plans to Double Presence
Wetzel’s Pretzels, the U.S.-based quick-service brand (QSR) known for its freshly baked pretzels and snackable menu, is ramping up its expansion in convenience retail,...
General Mills to Exit Brazil with $153M Deal, Sharpens Global Growth Focus
General Mills has agreed to sell its Brazil business for approximately $153 million, as the company continues to streamline its global portfolio and focus...
MilkShake Factory Drives New Jersey Expansion with Multi-Unit Franchise Deal
Dessert brand MilkShake Factory is expanding its footprint in New Jersey with a new franchisee-led store set to open on March 21 in Florham...
