
These Are the Top 10 Franchises in Every Industry in 2026
A new ranking distills the comprehensive Franchise 500 data to identify the top 10 performing franchise systems across various industry sectors for the upcoming year.
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A new ranking distills the comprehensive Franchise 500 data to identify the top 10 performing franchise systems across various industry sectors for the upcoming year.

Mangesh Patel is expanding the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s and Huey Magoo’s brands in Middle Georgia, with a dual-branded site expected to open in fall 2026.

Hilton Garden Inn is a mid-priced, full-service hotel franchise with over 980 locations in 58 countries, supported by Hilton's robust infrastructure and loyalty programs.

Hotel franchisors have become key players in the modern hospitality industry, providing numerous opportunities for newcomers and experienced professionals alike.

The Entrepreneur Franchise 500 ranked the top 100 franchise opportunities in 2024, including Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and Valvoline Instant Oil Change.
IHG debuts Holiday Inn Express in Nepal with 100 rooms.

Vishal Patel, a franchisee of Right at Home, expanded his business to a second territory in Rockland and Orange County, New York.
Temporary Wall Systems has opened its first location in South Carolina, owned by military veteran and restoration expert Mario Colangelo.
A study by Holiday Inn Express has revealed that millions of Brits swear by their morning rituals to get their day off to a good start.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has opened its 600th hotel in Greater China, marking a significant milestone in its growth in the region.

Russell Berner, VP of restaurant operations and a partner with 80-unit franchisee JDK Management, shares his experience and insights on the franchisor-franchisee relationship.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has opened its 146th Holiday Inn Express property in the United Kingdom, with the opening of Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West - Cambourne.
Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins officially opens its doors as the city continues to welcome back local and international travelers, offering 312 modern guest rooms and incredible value without compromising on quality.
IHG launches Holiday Inn Express in Japan with Osaka opening.

Interest in service brand franchises continues to grow, especially for non-brick-and-mortar service brands, as traditionally “recession resistant” service brands such as hair care and gyms were forced to shut their doors for weeks or months at a time.
Holiday Inn Express surpassed 3000 hotels globally, celebrating its 30th year with a consistent and efficient experience for guests.
Holiday Inn Express opens a new hotel in Düsseldorf, Germany, in partnership with PRIMESTAR.
IHG has strengthened its footprint in Punjab with the signing of a Holiday Inn Express and Suites hotel in Jalandhar.
Avid Hotels opens its 30th location in North America, a milestone for the fast-growing brand, with 200 hotels signed and 90 in planning or under construction.
IHG signed a new Holiday Inn Express in Nepal, strategically located close to the city's main tourist hub and commercial establishments.
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre launches IHG into East Malaysia with its 13-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
IHG Hotels & Resorts opened two new hotels in Warsaw, Poland, including the first Crowne Plaza hotel in the country.
IHG has debuted the first Holiday Inn in the Malaysian city of Johor, part of the Komtar JBCC mixed-use development.
A new Holiday Inn Express hotel has opened near a top shopping destination in the UK, offering a convenient base for shoppers and sightseers.