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Once the leader in the fried chicken segment, KFC faces a strategic crisis as it slips behind competitors like Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, and Raising Cane's.

In the Octagon, intensity is non-negotiable. UFC GYM, an official extension of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, takes a similar approach to expansion.

Grease Monkey operates 371 US locations and over 500 internationally, with a commitment to customer service and innovation since 1978.

The U.S. tariff landscape has shifted sharply throughout 2025.

Pilates and yoga studios market to reach $521 billion by 2035

If there’s one word that defines what it takes to succeed in global franchising today, it’s “resilience.”

May and June have been a volatile month for tariffs as court battles, trade deals and President Trump’s executive orders continue to redefine global trade.

In a recent interview with the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Dairy Queen announced its goal to increase worldwide sales by more than $3.5 billion over the next five years.

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

Currently, the business world is abuzz with discussions about the tariffs recently imposed by the Trump administration.

Life Time reports $706 million in Q1 revenue, up 18.3%

New reciprocal tariffs impact franchisors and franchisees with 10% rate

President Donald Trump implemented reciprocal tariffs on April 2, 2025, affecting various countries and industries, including the US real estate market.

Alignable's April Tariff Report found that tariff-related anxiety is surging among U.S. small business owners, with 44% expecting reduced sales due to tariffs.

New U.S. tariffs cause price hikes and surcharges for U.S. businesses and franchises due to escalating trade tensions.

Rising recession risks are being flagged by economists, with potential impacts on the franchise world, amid market volatility and policy concerns.

On February 1, 2025, President Donald Trump issued three executive orders, which included a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on imports from China.

Restaurant Brands International, the parent company of Burger King, restructures its operations in China and the U.S. to drive growth and stabilize its operations.

A survey by Alignable found that 30% of small business owners anticipate revenue losses due to proposed tariffs, while 40% believe they will have no impact.

The proposed tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China could impact franchisees in the US.

Studio Pilates, a pilates-focused fitness franchise, has established 130 locations around the world and has another 70 in progress.

Talks regarding plastics pollution regulations have again ended with no resolution.

The fast food chain has grown dramatically in the international market in recent years and eyes additional expansion in new and existing countries in the future.

Russia's economy shows strong growth despite global economic challenges, driven by excessive spending and government policies.