TGI Fridays Expands Across India and Mexico Through New Master Franchise Partnerships

Sugarloaf TGIF Management, LLC, the privately held operator of the global TGI Fridays® brand, has announced two major international expansion agreements that mark a significant milestone in the brand’s global growth journey. Under new master franchise agreements, USR Hospitality (India) and Mid-City Operadora Sapi de CV (Mexico) will collectively develop more than 100 new TGI …

Zara Man Opens First U.S. Men’s-Only Boutique at South Coast Plaza

Global fashion retailer Zara Man has made its official U.S. debut with the opening of its first men’s-only boutique at South Coast Plaza, one of the country’s premier luxury shopping destinations. The new boutique reflects Zara’s continued evolution in store design, digital integration, and customer experience, marking another milestone in the brand’s global retail strategy. …

Gong cha Expands Globally: Caribbean Debut, Colombia Launch, and 100-Store Thailand Deal

Taiwanese bubble tea giant Gong cha continues its impressive global growth trajectory, announcing three major international expansions — a Caribbean debut in The Bahamas, a franchise launch in Colombia, and a 100-store master franchise agreement in Thailand. Caribbean Debut: Gong cha to Open First Resort-Based Store in The Bahamas Gong cha is set to open …

Urban Outfitters Expands in Spain with a New Valencia Store – A Global Retail Growth Story

Urban Outfitters, the iconic U.S. fashion and lifestyle retailer, continues its global growth momentum with the launch of a new store in the heart of Valencia, Spain. This marks the brand’s fourth store in Spain and its first location in the Valencian Community, reinforcing the city’s emerging status as one of Europe’s rising fashion capitals. …

Starbucks Targets 1,000 Stores in Mexico by 2026 as Latin America Expansion Accelerates

Starbucks Coffee Company is strengthening its position in Latin America with an ambitious goal to reach 1,000 stores in Mexico by 2026, reinforcing its leadership in the global coffee retail market. The announcement, made on International Coffee Day, marks a new phase of growth for the brand in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Strategic …