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Shake Shack's newest restaurants are bringing in customers—and making its growth story harder to read.

Shake Shack reported a 15.2% revenue increase to $423.3 million, 15.6% same‑Shack sales growth, and 21 new company‑operated locations in Q3, marking its fifth consecutive quarter of traffic expansion.

Jeremiah's Italian Ice debuts Hot Chocolate Italian Ice in holiday lineup.

BurgerFi brings back the Conflicted Burger for $5 on Election Day.

Hungry Howie's Pizza added seven new locations across five states in Q3, marking the next step in the brand's national expansion.

Hungry Howie's opened seven restaurants in the third quarter of 2026, expanding its footprint across South Carolina, Indiana, Michigan, Arizona and Texas, the company has announced in a news release.

As parents place greater emphasis on the first years of a child’s development, Building Kidz School, the 50-plus-unit early childhood education franchise, sees significant room to grow in more communities across the country.

One of the most well-known acquisitions in the c-store industry occurred in late 2025, and it wasn’t between two convenience retailers.

VIO Med Spa ranks No. 373 on Franchise Times Top 400

Jeff's Bagel Run opens 40th and 41st locations in Georgia and Florida

Tommy's Express Car Wash named top franchise by Industry and Influence.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, the fast-casual restaurant concept, has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with experienced multi-unit, multi-brand operator ELJ Investments to bring new locations to Georgia and South Carolina.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement with experienced multi-unit, multi-brand operator ELJ Investments to bring new locations to Georgia and South Carolina.

Longtime franchisee and area developer Samuel Batt of Batt Enterprises signed a new agreement with Famous Brands International to develop 15 Mrs.

Parker’s Kitchen opens first Florida location, expanding to 111 stores.

VIO Med Spa will enter South Carolina for the first time after signing a new three-unit development agreement.

Jeff's Bagel Run offers free coffee on National Coffee Day.

Famous Brands International signs deal with Batt Enterprises to grow across Southeast

Famous Brands International, the parent company of both Mrs. Fields and TCBY, Tuesday announced an expanded agreement with area developer and franchisee Samuel Batt that will open 15 additional dessert restaurants in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.

Famous Brands International is expanding the footprint of TCBY and Mrs.

Restaurant chains are prioritizing development in the Sun Belt, following population shifts and favorable economic conditions across the Southwest and Southeast regions.

Corner Pantry has expanded its footprint in South Carolina with the opening of its fifth Camden-area convenience store following a recent strategic acquisition.

Rhett Williamson brings 76 FENCE to South Carolina and Georgia.

All American Pet Resorts is a premium pet-care franchise offering professional dog boarding, day care, grooming and related services.