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A new survey has found that 2 out of 3 restaurant franchise operators feel optimistic about the future and finding opportunities to invest.

A new report predicts that unemployment will rise in 2023, with business operators needing to be prepared to compete for employees.

Multi-brand franchisee Stine Enterprises has just signed a development agreement with Hawaiian Bros to bring 75 locations of the island-inspired food concept to Arizona and North Texas markets.

Huddle Again KY, Inc. has signed a deal to open two more Huddle House locations in Kentucky, with President Rajiv Johar planning to open one location in the Spring of 2023 and the other in the Fall of 2024.

Inflation rates are being compared across 22 major metropolitan areas in the US.

Chicken Salad Chick partners open fourth North Texas location in Frisco.

The National Restaurant Association predicts continued growth in the restaurant and foodservice industry, reaching nearly a trillion dollars in sales this year.

Consumer credit card debt reached an all-time high of $180.3 billion in 2022, with a significant increase in the fourth quarter.

Partners sign 10-unit deal with Little Caesars in New York

Meisternuts LLC acquires two Shipley Do-Nuts locations and plans to open 16 more in Colorado Springs and the greater Denver area.

The International Franchise Association recognizes 97 individuals as Franchisee of the Year Award winners for outstanding franchise establishment owner-operators.

Restaurant veteran Argus Wiley purchases 21 existing Krystal locations and signs a development agreement for 15 more.

A multi-unit franchisee of Popeyes signed a development agreement to open six Newk’s Eatery restaurants across southern Mississippi and Louisiana.

Kal Gullapalli has opened his 48th Marco's Pizza location in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

The International Franchise Association’s annual study found labor to be the top issue facing franchising, with four out of five franchised brands experiencing constrained growth due to labor challenges.

Entrepreneurs Ali Saab and Hussein Daher have opened their second Beyond Juicery + Eats location in West Dearborn.

Healthy Living Ventures, a multi-brand franchisee, adds VIO Med Spa to its portfolio, expanding its focus on healthy products and lifestyles, with a mission to operate businesses that prioritize the well-being of its customers.

Reliance Hospitality partners with Taco John's to open 22 locations in New England.

A survey found that 40% of workers would leave their current job to find employment that offers better benefits, with employer-covered healthcare and life insurance being the most important benefits.

Goldfish Swim School CEO Chris McCuiston discusses operations, consumer spending habits, and the economy's impact on the business.

Rory Kelly signs 40-unit development agreement with Crisp & Green, expanding existing 11-unit agreement to 51 locations across Minnesota by 2028.

Buddy's Home Furnishings multi-unit operator bebe stores, inc. adds 64th location, expanding across 10 states.

Small employers can compete for top talent by hiring for potential over experience and offering competitive benefits.

Trident Holdings, LLC has opened a new Captain D's location in Foley, Alabama, expanding their operation to 53 restaurants since becoming franchisees in 2015.