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McDonald’s franchisees have a problem with the company’s hand-breaded chicken test: the chickens are too big.

The Canadian government commits $2.5B to the automotive sector, aiming to strengthen manufacturing and protect workers from US tariffs.

Ideal Siding has over 100 locations in the US and Canada

Tahini's brings shawarma to the US with 20 new locations

MTY Group ends strategic review, focuses on growth and refranchising

LA Fitness opens 200 Pilates studios across US and Canada.

Paul Davis Restoration has 350 franchises in US and Canada

Americans are just loving bakery-cafes right now. Among the fastest growing brands are Paris Baguette and Tous les Jours.

The global juice and coffee chain is introducing a new hot breakfast menu featuring eggs alongside a global campaign to position itself as a morning destination.

Following its first earnings report as a public company, the sandwich chain highlights strong same-store sales growth and a robust pipeline of 83 new restaurant openings.

Famous Dave's operates 100 locations in the US, Canada, and UAE

As of August 31, 2026, BNI India has 75,300+ Members across 1,559 Chapters in 146 cities, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s growth in India.

A new survey from Toast reveals that 91% of small-scale restaurant operators remain optimistic about business health despite rising concerns over inflation and labor.

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

Sheenco Travel, a luxury vacation planner, has consistently embraced a remote work model and connects employees with powerful technology and digital marketing.

The sandwich giant raised $1 billion in its public market debut, establishing an initial valuation of approximately $7.3 billion following its acquisition by Blackstone.

Strategic analysis of Jollibee and other challenger brands highlights how smaller restaurant systems are leveraging franchising to accelerate domestic and international growth.

Gym visits dipped very slightly in Q2 2026, marking the industry’s first year-over-year slowdown since the post-pandemic boom.

Beth Dela Cruz’s Jollibee journey started in 1986 as a newly graduated shift manager.

The low-price gym operator is launching its U.S. expansion strategy with plans to open franchised and corporate clubs by the end of 2024 following a $50 million investment.

The Australian Pilates brand is launching its first franchise application window with a flat-fee structure, targeting expansion across 15 U.S. states and New Zealand.

Fitstop, a global functional strength franchise, incubated its franchise offering in Australia.

KFC unveils innovation plan with new menu items and 34,000 restaurant remodels

Valerie Kubizniak has worked at KFC’s parent company, Yum! Brands, since 2007, starting in Australia.