Franchise Times is a publication in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 888 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Paris Baguette awarded 32 franchise agreements and opened 15 locations in the third quarter of 2026, with 119 agreements awarded and 53 new locations opened year to date [[2026-11-02 Paris Baguette Saw Growth Momentum Continue in Third Quarter (ebc782)]]. * Chicken Salad Chick has surpassed 350 restaurants across 27 states, awarding over 100 franchise units this year and opening its first restaurants in five new states [[2026-11-02 Chicken Salad Chick Surpasses 350 Restaurants (6ec302)]]. * The Mexican category in the franchise industry saw a 5.3% increase in total sales to $23.4 billion in 2025, with Taco Bell, Bubbakoo's, and Qdoba experiencing sales growth [[2026-10-30 Bubbakoo’s, Qdoba, Taco Bell Churn Out Sales Increases as Mexican Category Hits (a53c30)]]. * Home improvement brands saw $11.6 billion in sales in 2025, with Ace Handyman Services growing 13% to $118 million and Weed Man experiencing a 25.8% increase in units [[2026-10-30 Top 400 Spotlight Demand for Housing Upgrades Boosts Home Improvement Brands (f84d63)]]. * Potbelly and Cheba Hut reported strong sales growth in 2025, with $601 million and $182 million in system sales, respectively [[2026-10-30 Fresh Off Major Investments, Potbelly and Cheba Hut Thrived in 2025 (116902)]]. * Aurify Kingstar, a multi-brand franchisee, has signed a deal to open 40 Tropical Smoothie locations across New York and Connecticut over the next five years [[2026-10-30 Multi-Brand Franchisee Aurify Kingstar Adds Tropical Smoothie as Franchisor Push (585057)]]. * Burger King's sales rose 7.6% in Q3, driven by remodels and menu improvements, contributing to Restaurant Brands International's (RBI) Q3 growth [[2026-10-30 Remodels, Menu Improvements Boost Burger King Sales as Chain Drives RBI’s Q3 Gro (586fdf)]]. * Franchise Times ranks the 25 largest fitness franchisees with 2,761 units, a 30% increase from last year [[2026-10-29 Franchise Times Ranks the Largest Fitness Franchisees (c17a72)]]
Closet & Storage Concepts has helped homeowners maximize their space with custom closet storage and organizer systems for nearly 30 years.
K-9 Resorts investor Navigator Partners aims to drive significant growth with a luxury dog daycare and hotel franchise concept.
Checkers & Rally's created a royalty system that works, allowing the brand to attract multi-unit prospects and grow its business.
As the franchise industry gets increasingly competitive to land qualified, experienced multi-unit prospects, many brands are rethinking their strategy when it comes to royalty fees in order to modernize and make their brands more attractive.
Franchise systems are rethinking their royalty rates to make their brands more attractive to potential franchisees.
Right at Home, an in-home senior care franchise, was ranked as one of the smartest-growing brands, surpassing 500 units worldwide.
Your Pie's flexibility in locations equals a recipe for success, according to a profile of the pizza franchise's business model.
Sal Longo, CEO of Busy Bee Jumpers, chooses Mainland as its franchise development partner.
Christian Brothers Automotive recognizes the importance of creating a standout conference for its franchisees.
Five rankings are listed to help franchise concepts increase their visibility and attract more franchise prospects.
Right at Home is focused on providing quality care as the population ages, with a strong emphasis on morals and ethics in its business practices.
Philly Pretzel Factory, a pretzel franchise, created a special pretzel, the Papal Knot, for Pope Francis' visit to Philadelphia.
Arby's CEO credits the company's 51-year success to its vision and ability to stay relevant with trendy, social-media savvy branding.
Non-traditional real estate, such as sports stadiums and airports, is becoming a growing trend in franchising, with brands like Erbert and Gerbert's creating unique models to fit non-traditional locations.
Franchise Times interviewed chefs behind popular franchise menus, including Buffalo Wings & Rings' Elliot Jablonsky, who emphasized the importance of differentiating offerings from competitors.
Smoke's Poutinerie plans to open 800 locations in the U.S. over the next five years, in addition to 1,300 locations globally, to meet growing demand for poutine.
Rising meat prices are affecting franchises, with Buffalo Wild Wings experiencing a 10% stock decrease due to poultry price increases.
The “tenant’s market” franchisees have been enjoying over the past few years is coming to an end.
New Zealand is a potential location for franchise expansion due to its favorable business environment and lower contracting costs.
Family-run franchises are becoming increasingly common in the industry, offering a unique blend of support and legacy.
Allen Hager founded Right at Home in 1995 and has grown the in-home care brand to 383 territories in operation across 45 states and nine countries.
Right at Home has awarded its 400th franchise contract to entrepreneur Ben Aydin, marking an important milestone for the in-home care franchise.
Franchise Times released its second annual Fast and Serious list, featuring 40 brands with quick yet sustainable growth.
Successful CEOs, including Nick Powills, read a variety of sources to stay informed, including news outlets and blogs.