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In an ever-changing world of business and consumption, franchisors continue to grow.
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In an ever-changing world of business and consumption, franchisors continue to grow.

Opening a recession-resistant retail franchise can be a great way to invest in a business that has a history of weathering economic downturns.

Deciding which franchise concept is right for you can be quite the feat.

The retail franchise category is one of the most diverse, with options ranging from clothing to grocery to pet care, and some categories are more popular and recession-resistant than others.
Build-A-Bear CEO, Ms. John, has released a new book, Stories & Heart, which has become a best-seller on launch day.

Several retail franchise brands, including 7-Eleven, McDonald's, and Subway, dominate the industry with over 100,000 locations worldwide.

The list of retail franchises goes on and on. Whether it’s hardware, wellness supplements, snacks and drinks or secondhand clothes, there is a retail franchise concept for just about anything.

Ace Hardware reported record full-year revenues of $9.2 billion, an increase of 6.7 percent, and record patronage dividend to shareholders of $344.5 million.
Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions has opened a new store in Waco, offering professional fixes for consumer electronics.

Clothing store franchises like Plato’s Closet offer a proven business model, established brand recognition, and a supportive network to help owners succeed.
A store manager profile highlights Kristen Hammond's experience and dedication to her role at Save A Lot.
Pinch A Penny opened its newest store in Flower Mound, Texas, owned by Highlands Village residents Corey and Brandy Current.
Proforma celebrated Martin Luther King Day by offering employees a floating holiday to perform acts of service, aligning with the holiday’s theme of a ‘Day On’ rather than a day off.
Item 9 Labs Corp.'s Unity Rd. expands cannabis dispensary franchise
Metal Supermarkets earns a spot on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 44th Annual Franchise 500 list for the seventh straight year.

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

The UPS Store has positioned itself as a go-to destination for various services, with over 5,000 units established.
The Vitamin Shoppe, a health and wellness franchise, opened its first new franchise location in Valparaiso, Indiana, marking a key milestone in its expanding franchise program.
Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More celebrates record-setting growth, with seven shops earning $1 million or more in 2022, the highest number in the brand's history.
Metal Supermarkets opens its newest location in Memphis, offering speed, variety, and convenience for professionals and hobbyists alike.

Trend alerts to assist you with your international expansion plans
16 Handles, a frozen yogurt franchise, expands in the U.S. with new locations in Boston and other markets, following recent franchise agreements.
Buddy's Home Furnishings expands with two new franchise locations in Alabama and North Carolina, bringing its total stores to over 335.
Frios Gourmet Pops hires Alison Groom as Director of Franchisee Support, bringing a wealth of knowledge as a former franchisee to the role.