Category: Company News


  • Welcome to the Star Brands Consulting Ltd blog! As we move further into 2024, the franchising landscape continues to evolve, bringing new opportunities and challenges. Staying ahead of these trends can give franchisors and franchisees a competitive edge. Here are the top franchise trends to watch in 2024. 1. Emphasis on Sustainability Eco-Friendly Practices Consumers…

  • Leading health and beauty retailer Superdrug has announced plans to open 25 new stores in 2024, marking its 60th year on the British high street. This expansion is part of a significant investment in its bricks-and-mortar retail footprint, aimed at enhancing the physical shopping experience for customers. The Details Superdrug’s ambitious plan includes the opening…

  • LVMH-owned retailer, Sephora, has opened its first UK location outside of London in the Manchester Trafford Centre. This milestone marks a significant step in Sephora’s expansion strategy, bringing its renowned beauty retail experience to a broader audience in the UK. Expansion Highlights This opening follows the successful launch of Sephora’s Stratford Westfield location in November…

  • Exciting news for Calgary foodies! Chipotle Mexican Grill, the popular American Mexican fast food chain, is set to open its second location in Calgary next week. New Location Details The new restaurant will be situated in the community of Seton, in the southeast of Calgary, at 19489 Seton Cres. S.E. This marks the 43rd Chipotle…

  • TJX, the parent company of T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods and Sierra, announced a major worldwide expansion in the coming years. Ernie Herrman, CEO of TJX, informed investors on Wednesday that the company plans to open 1,300 new locations in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Australia. The new stores would mark a 26.2% increase in its…

  • Welcome to the Star Brands Consulting Ltd blog! Today, we’re diving into the fundamentals of franchising – a business model that has allowed countless entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams. Whether you’re considering becoming a franchisee or franchisor, understanding the basics is crucial for your success. What is Franchising? Franchising is a business arrangement where a…

  • Welcome to the official blog of Star Brands Consulting Ltd, your premier partner in the world of franchising. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur looking to break into the franchise industry or an established business seeking to expand through franchising, we are here to guide you every step of the way. With years of experience and…

  • Here’s a first look inside Altrincham’s new Starbucks, which has opened in the Stamford Quarter’s Foundation building today. The new 1,708 sq ft cafe is located on the ground floor, at one end of Stamford Square opposite Poundland. It had originally been scheduled to open last month but with Stamford Square now fully resurfaced and the gateway…

  • As of March, Starbucks has classified nearly 16 percent of its 38,587 cafes worldwide as “Greener Stores,” marking a significant stride towards sustainability. These locations adhere to rigorous standards for waste, energy, and water savings, reflecting Starbucks’ ongoing dedication to environmental responsibility. This number represents a substantial increase from April 2023 and brings the company…

  • Jubilant FoodWorks, the company with master franchise rights for Domino’s Pizza in India and select global markets, has announced its plans to open more than 5,500 Domino’s Pizza stores across the six markets in which it operates, Mint has reported. This marks a significant increase from the current count of 2,793 outlets in these markets. The company’s…