Brazil

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The new territory has been awarded to Cibele and Reginaldo, a couple from Brazil who were searching for the right business opportunity to support their move to the United States and their plans to pursue an E-2 investor visa.

HFA report shows 10.7% median revenue growth among fitness operators in 2025

Oakwell Beer Spa introduces Wine Bath infusion after guest demand.

Franchisors must respect local norms to succeed internationally, with cultural failures potentially costing millions.

The Italian low-cost gym leader plans to expand its network to 280 locations following strong revenue growth and international expansion into Spain and Brazil.

The Yum Brands chain has introduced a gamified rewards program and soccer-themed marketing campaign offering exclusive merchandise and food rewards.

For many franchise development professionals, franchising is not a career path they intentionally choose.

Playa Bowls offers $5 off acai bowls on National Acai Day.

World Gym is making bloodwork part of the workout experience.

Firehouse Subs has tapped former Tim Hortons executive Carolina Berti to lead its marketing and menu innovation efforts in the U.S. and Canada.

World Gym expands to Mexico and Australia with new deals.

Each month, we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.

Six decades after its Venice Beach debut, Gold’s Gym is entering Brazil through a master franchise agreement that calls for 60 locations over the next 10 years, starting with a flagship site in 2026 followed by additiona

Each month, we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.

World Gym International, the franchise arm of Taiwan-based World Gym Corporation, has signed a master franchise agreement with Flag Holding LTDA to open 50 gyms across Brazil over the next five years.

Flag Holding is led by CEO Flavia Almeida, co-owner and operator of 17 World Gym locations in Goiás and the Federal District of Brasília.

The global franchise landscape continues to evolve rapidly, presenting opportunities and challenges for brands seeking to expand their franchises into new countries.

Playa Bowls offers $5 off acai bowls on April 6.

Subway recently announced it has reached commitments from franchisees to add 10,000 international restaurants.

Joe Martinta shares his journey as the owner of Fresh Coat Painters of Northwest Houston, offering a range of residential and commercial painting services.

Tru by Hilton is a hotel brand in the mid-scale lodging market, with a streamlined and consistent experience for guests, and 293 locations in the U.S., Canada, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil.

China's leaders have downplayed any intentions of exporting their state-led model of development, but instances of them openly touting the success of their economic model as a viable alternative have been noted.

Manufacturing around the world is facing a significant shift as China’s industrial dominance is being challenged by emerging markets.