We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#155, March 3, 2026). The newsletter covers international franchise development, global employment issues, international travel, and updates on business trends in many countries. For the complete newsletter, including in-depth country reports, charts, graphs, international company news, and economic trends and statistics, go here.
Previous issues are available as well. The World’s Richest Countries vs. the Happiest Countries Global Worries, Local Priorities Transforming Europe: Bold Moves Lift a Continent Vietnam on Track To Overtake Canada as a Source of U.
S. Imports Where Food Inflation Will Hit Hardest in 2026 Global Cash is Fueling Historic Start for Latam Stocks Argentina’s Economy Expands More Than Expected After Midterm Election Brand Global News Section: Applebee’s, KFC, and Papa John’s. Edwards Global Services (EGS) monitors 30+ countries, 40+ international information sources, and six business sectors daily to keep up with international franchise news.
This story was originally published by Kevin Behan in Franchising.com on March 12, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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