Portugal

The low-price gym operator has acquired Synergym to reach a total of 450 clubs across Spain and Portugal with support from Providence Equity Partners.

Premium club operator Holmes Place has partnered with Precor to upgrade its 12 Portuguese locations with high-end cardio equipment and connected touchscreen consoles.

November 05, 2025 // Franchising.com // MADRID - Subway® has announced the expansion of its master franchisee portfolio with Grupo Vierci, the current master franchisee in Paraguay and Uruguay, to accelerate the brands growth in Spain and Portugal.

Bhout, the Portuguese fitness tech startup known for its gamified, AI-powered punching bag, is entering the U.S.

Coffee News is a local advertising publication that offers a flexible business opportunity with low overhead, allowing entrepreneurs to manage and distribute their own editions in their regions.

House prices are on the rise in many countries around the world, with significant increases in the United States, Australia, and Portugal.

Investment migration experts predict hotspots for citizenship and residency in 2024, with Turkey's Citizenship by Investment program attracting over 19,000 individuals.

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Little Caesars Pizza expands into Europe, targeting France as its next market.

Xponential Fitness signed a Master Franchise Agreement in Portugal for its Club Pilates brand, licensing a minimum of 20 studios over 10 years.

Little Caesars targets Germany for international expansion, seeing the country as the perfect time to establish a presence.

Little Caesars hires Carlos Vidal as Vice President of International Development, bringing over 25 years of experience in global franchise development and operations.

Realty ONE Group has sold the franchise rights to a new owner in Portugal who's excited to bring the company's dynamic COOLTURE and unique business model to the southern European country.

Little Caesars has hired Sascha Stokic as its Director of International Development, aiming to expand its global presence and franchise network.

School of Rock wins Best Children’s Service and Education Franchise award for second year.

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Papa John's International partners with Drake Food Service International to open over 220 new restaurants in Latin America, Spain, Portugal, and the UK.

Papa John's is expanding its partnership with Drake Food Service International, with DFSI operating over 560 Papa John's restaurants in total by 2025.

School of Rock opens its first school in Europe in Madrid, Spain, marking the brand's entry into the European market.

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Hilton debuts Curio Collection by Hilton in Portugal with landmark openings in key European destinations

School of Rock expands globally with deals to open 150 locations in Brazil, Spain, and Portugal, and reaches its 250th location in Rio de Janeiro.

McDonald's tries to be punny and epically backfires with its 'Sundae Bloody Sundae' promotion in Portugal.

Radisson Hospitality announces new signings for several hotels in Spain, Portugal, and Italy, with the goal of opening 20 hotels in Spain over the next 3 years.