Finance & M&A across franchise brands: the deals, operators and trade-press stories Burnaze summarizes, each linked to the original.
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Echelon Fitness has acquired Fortë, a B2B fitness streaming platform, as it expands into the commercial SaaS market and rebrands the division as Elevate by Echelon.
Massage Envy is a leading provider of therapeutic massage, assisted stretch, and skin care services with over 1,000 franchised locations nationwide.
YogaSix is one of the largest franchised yoga brands worldwide, providing a modern take on yoga that removes the intimidation factor and invites people of all fitness levels to experience the benefits of practice.
The new office will be owned and operated by Roza Risk Management, led by a local entrepreneur and licensed insurance agent with nearly a decade of experience managing commercial insurance for large accounts.
EoS Fitness, a fast-growing high-value, low-price (HVLP) gym chain recently acquired by TSG Consumer Partners, has landed a fresh investment from Performance Equity Management (PEM).
Richard Fitzgerald, co-founder of CapitalSpring, discusses the firm's 20-year history of franchise investing and its focus on supporting entrepreneurs and multi-unit businesses.
Crunch Fitness is a global fitness franchise with over 500 clubs worldwide, offering a unique blend of serious training and offbeat attitude with accessible pricing and welcoming atmosphere.
HomeTeam Inspection Service owners leverage multiple streams of revenue, offering a broader range of services and positioning themselves as trusted experts in their local markets.
Plante Moran is an audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firm that works with over 180 franchise clients nationwide.
Core Health & Fitness acquires Aktiv Solutions' assets after foreclosure.
Anytime Fitness is the world's largest and fastest-growing 24/7 fitness franchise, with over 5,200 locations on seven continents.
ERA Foster & Bond and ERA Sunrise Realty merge to create a new era for Georgia real estate with a wider selection of local specialists and commercial experts.
Sizzling Platter, a US restaurant franchisee, was acquired by Bain Capital in a deal reportedly worth over $1 billion, with 460+ Little Caesars locations.
Stretch Zone was founded in 2015 and offers one-on-one practitioner-assisted stretching to improve mobility, flexibility and recovery.
Small business optimism dips, but uncertainty index drops, potentially impacting franchise owners and industry resilience.
Payroll Vault announced today it has expanded into New York City, signing a Brooklyn-based investment banker with fintech expertise as its newest franchisee.
Payroll Vault announced today it has expanded in New Jersey, signing a husband-and-wife team with technology, payroll and operations expertise as its newest franchisee.
Urban Gym Group (UGG), the Dutch fitness and wellness operator behind edgy concepts like TrainMore and Gymbox, with a portfolio of more than 50 clubs and studios, is accelerating its expansion strategy with three new acquisitions in the Netherlands.
STORsquare is a growing franchise in the home services sector, offering portable storage solutions for residential and commercial customers.
Hilton Garden Inn is a mid-priced, full-service hotel franchise with over 980 locations in 58 countries, supported by Hilton's robust infrastructure and loyalty programs.
Thryv Holdings, Inc. will release its second quarter 2025 financial results on July 30, before the market opens.
Woodhouse Spas Franchise FDD breakdown reveals investment costs and earnings for luxury day spa franchise.
44% of small business owners report revenue declines tied to tariffs and ongoing uncertainty, with 20% fearing their businesses won’t survive into 2026 if trade war policies persist or escalate.
The US added 147,000 jobs in June, with the franchise industry presenting an appealing option for individuals looking to make a change or return to the workforce.