TL;DR
Chipotle and Dog Haus have entered Mexico with new store openings, while Fazoli's has opened its first location in Puerto Rico. Franchise Equity Partners has acquired Bravo Fit, the Australian franchisee of Planet Fitness.
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Chipotle Enters Mexico with First Store in Monterrey
DermaEnvy Skincare Announces 11th Clinic Location Opening in Bedford, Nova Scotia
Dog Haus Enters Mexico, Launching Multi-Unit Expansion With First Restaurant in Mérida
Fazoli’s Opens First Location in Puerto Rico
Franchise Equity Partners Acquires Bravo Fit, Planet Fitness' Australian Franchisee
Jersey Mike’s Targets UK and Ireland in Major Plans for Expansion
Strong Pilates Partners with Xtreme Brands to Expand Across Central & Eastern Europe
Tommy’s Express Car Wash Appoints International Directors of Franchise Development
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This story was originally published by Kevin Behan in Franchising.com on August 14, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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