January 9, 2024
New York Fries reentering US
New York Fries, a fresh-cut fries concept, is reentering the U.S., when it opens Tuesday in Roosevelt Field’s Dining District,...
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Latest Franchise Industry News & Interviews
Our editorial team has curated current international franchise industry news and interviews which you can read below. You can subscribe to our monthly FranSpeak International electronic newsletter to receive the news and other franchise related information in your inbox every month.
January 4, 2024
Pizza Inn inks 50-unit deal for Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Pizza Inn has announced a major franchise agreement with Blessings Basket Company for Serving Food to expand its footprint in...
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January 4, 2024
Eddie Rocket’s opening in Denmark
Ireland-based Eddie Rocket’s, owned by Rocket Restaurants Group, is opening its first Denmark location next year at the CenterParcs Nordborg...
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January 4, 2024
Sary Hamway’s Franchise Mastery: Unraveling the Secrets of Success
The Franchise Trainer™ is a venture transcending traditional consultancy, providing entrepreneurial and franchise training, MSME support, and cutting-edge consulting services....
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December 22, 2023
Get inspired with Omar El Jurdi from Beirut Bites
Dubai is a melting pot of different cultures, with this being said, residents and tourists still crave for authentic dishes...
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December 20, 2023
Freddy’s continues Canadian expansion
Wichita, Kansas-based Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed its second development agreement for Canada. Led by Dan Arndt of...
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December 15, 2023
KFC China opens its 10,000th store
Yum China has opened its 10,000th KFC China. Situated in Hangzhou, the store is located on the banks of the...
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December 7, 2023
PizzaForno opens unit in Mexico City
Automated pizza brand PizzaForno has expanded into Mexico with a unit in Mexico City. It’s expected to be open to...
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December 7, 2023
Wienerschnitzel Officially Opens First International Locations in Ecuador and Chile
Wienerschnitzel, the world’s largest hot dog franchise, has officially taken its fan-favorite hot dogs down south for the winter. The...
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December 6, 2023
KFC to buy 218 restaurants from franchisee EG Group
The deal will see the fried chicken chain take on all 7,800 team members across the portfolio, over half of...
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December 5, 2023
Graze Craze Opening of New Locations in Australia and France
“The opening of our first international locations in Australia and France is a testament to the strength of our brand....
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December 5, 2023
Winners named at glittering 2023 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards ceremony
The winners have been named at the glittering 2023 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards. Founded in 1977 and with a...
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December 1, 2023
California Pizza Kitchen opens 3rd location in Philippines
California Pizza Kitchen has opened a franchise in the Philippines. It’s the 24th international location for the brand. The restaurant...
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November 30, 2023
Australian 7-Eleven business sold for $1.71 billion
The 7-Eleven Australia convenience store chain has been sold for $1.71 billion to 7-Eleven International (7IN), a joint venture of...
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November 30, 2023
Dickey’s franchisee adding 30 stores to Canadian footprint
Dallas-based Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is expanding its Canadian development with a 30-unit deal with franchisee Muhammad Faisal, who operates several...
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November 30, 2023
Wetzel’s Pretzels expands Canadian footprint with Toronto store
Wetzel’s Pretzels has opened a location in Toronto’s Union Station, according to a press release. The unit is owned by...
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