Finance & M&A — page 54

Friendly Franchisees Corporation, a major Carl’s Jr. operator in California, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection through the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the Central District of California.

Those of you eager to buy stock the creator of the Big Gulp will have to wait a while longer.

Fat Brands to provide $1.9 million in bonuses to key employees

Following its acquisition by Transom Capital Group, the beauty and wellness franchisor signed over 50 agreements across its portfolio, including Drybar and Elements Massage.

Growth and private equity firm General Atlantic has acquired TEAM Services Group from Alpine Investors for $3 billion, according to Bloomberg.

(Reuters) — Unilever said on Thursday it will buy U.S.-based nutritional supplements brand Grüns for an undisclosed amount, as the British consumer goods giant increases its focus on wellbeing and beauty products.

Private equity investors are increasingly targeting physical assets and infrastructure, including major acquisitions in energy transition, acoustics engineering, and industrial safety solutions.

For franchisees who want to scale, the question is not whether capital exists.

Landlords in the case of the bankrupt restaurant chain operator, including the giant Simon Property Group, are objecting to the aggressive timeline for an upcoming auction for the company and its various assets.

Extraordinary Brands, an umbrella franchisor of boutique fitness brands, on Wednesday April 1 announced the acquisition of Basecamp Fitness from Purpose Brands (formerly called Self Esteem Brands).

The private equity business model is facing challenges due to higher valuations, lower target internal rates of return (IRRs), and fund vehicles with prescribed lives dictating investment hold periods.

Exit Factor has been ranked top in Inc.'s Regionals: Southeast list, achieving exceptional growth and adding jobs and revenue to the region's economy.

Proforma Spectrum Graphics acquires company, adding nearly $7M in revenue

A 65-unit operator filed for Chapter 11 protections under various subsidiaries after owning the sites for more than two decades.

KKR will buy Nothing Bundt Cakes from Roark Capital for $2 billion, inside sources say.

Franchise owners should pay attention to specific tax areas to improve cash flow, reduce taxable income, and make smarter decisions

A Carl’s Jr. franchisee that operates dozens of locations in California has declared bankruptcy, according to court filings this week.

The Works Cafe uses HORMEL BACON 1 for 12 locations.

Extraordinary Brands, a leading health and wellness franchisor, has announced the acquisition of Basecamp Fitness, a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) franchise known for its efficient, results-driven workouts and strong community engagement.

Home Health Care News’ parent company, WTWH Media, has acquired HealthLeaders, a media and events platform serving hospital and health system executives – a move that expands the company’s health care portfolio and stren

TruArc Acquires Matrix Adhesives.

Extraordinary Brands has added its fifth boutique fitness brand: Basecamp Fitness, a coach-led HIIT concept that incorporates air bike cardio and strength intervals.

IFPG acquires Business Alliance Inc., expanding its franchise growth platform.

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