Category: Company News
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Are you looking to invest in a fashion franchise that offers high returns without the noise of oversaturation? At Star Brands Consulting Group, we’ve curated a list of 20 profitable fashion brands that offer franchise opportunities across the globe. These brands may not always make the headlines, but they deliver consistent growth, market demand, and…
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The world’s largest fast-food chain by store count, Mixue Ice Cream & Tea, has officially announced its entry into the U.S. market. The beloved ice cream and boba brand will open its first location in Tribeca, New York City, later this year—marking a historic milestone for the rapidly growing Chinese company. Mixue’s Journey to Global…
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Global fashion powerhouse H&M continues to strengthen its retail footprint, unveiling major openings in Los Angeles, USA and São Paulo, Brazil—two highly strategic markets for the brand’s long-term growth. H&M Opens Flagship Store at LA’s Original Farmers Market On August 22, 2025, H&M opened a 15,000 sqft, two-level flagship store at The Original Farmers Market…
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Chinese milk tea brand CHAGEE is accelerating its growth across Asia with plans to enter Japan and South Korea, following recent store launches in Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The brand is also set to make its debut in the Philippines this August, further cementing its vision to modernise tea culture and position itself as a…
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Aldi is accelerating its UK expansion plans with an ambitious target: opening one new store every week for the remainder of 2025. Alongside this, the discounter will also upgrade more than 20 stores by year-end, reinforcing its long-term growth strategy. Expanding Nationwide The next wave of openings will see Aldi arrive in Fulham Broadway and…
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Luckin Coffee has once again proven why it’s a global force in the coffee industry. In Q2 2025, the Chinese coffee giant posted a record-breaking US$1.72 billion in revenue, representing a remarkable 47% year-on-year growth. This surge comes as Luckin continues its aggressive expansion strategy, opening new stores worldwide while capturing a loyal customer base.…
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Yum China, operator of KFC, Pizza Hut, and other food and beverage brands, has reported strong growth for the second quarter of 2025, driven by network expansion, same-store sales increases, and digital innovation. For the quarter ending June 30, revenue reached US$2.8 billion, a 4% year-on-year increase, supported by a growing network of nearly 17,000…
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Bath & Body Works, the iconic beauty and fragrance retailer, is taking a bold step to connect with the next generation of consumers. This fall, the brand will bring its most popular body care, fragrance, and home products to 600 college campus stores across the United States—a move marking its largest distribution effort outside of…