Tag: international franchise opportunities
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IKEA is expanding into Costa Rica through Sarton Group, but the structure of the rollout is considerably more interesting than a conventional new-country store opening. Instead of beginning with one enormous IKEA destination store, the Costa Rican market is being developed through multiple retail and fulfilment formats, each serving a different role in the customer…
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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is moving into a more significant stage of international development as it approaches the 100-restaurant milestone. The Mediterranean fast-casual concept has 92 restaurants operating across 22 U.S. states and international markets and expects to surpass 100 open locations by the end of 2026. Internationally, the brand has opened its first…
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Taco Bell is returning to the United Arab Emirates after a 14-year absence, but the structure behind its return is arguably more important than the reopening itself. Americana Restaurants has secured an exclusive development agreement with Taco Bell UK and Europe, a Yum! Brands subsidiary, to bring the brand back to the UAE. The rollout…
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Malaysia has welcomed two significant international restaurant brands in quick succession, with Bonchon and Little Caesars both establishing their first locations in the country as global QSR operators continue to deepen their presence across Southeast Asia. The two brands arrive from very different food cultures. Bonchon brings Korean fried chicken and a global network approaching…
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Belgian premium burger chain Manhattn’s is preparing for a major expansion phase, with ambitions to grow to 50 restaurants by 2029 and franchise partners expected to play an increasingly important role in taking the brand across Western Europe. The company has already established a strong base in Belgium, recently opening its 10th Belgian restaurant, while…
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South Korean coffee chain TheVenti is entering the Philippines through a master franchise agreement with JJR Brothers Food Corp., establishing what the company intends to use as a platform for broader expansion across Southeast Asia. The first Philippine store is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2026. For TheVenti, this is an important…
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Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is accelerating its franchise expansion, with approximately 60 new restaurants planned for 2026 as the American fast-casual chain moves towards and potentially beyond the 600-location milestone. The expansion is being driven largely by franchise partners, including existing operators that are committing additional capital to new territories. Approximately one-third of Freddy’s…
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Frasers Group has acquired Harvey Nichols out of administration, bringing one of Britain’s best-known luxury department store businesses into a retail portfolio that already stretches across sports, premium fashion, luxury and department stores. The transaction includes Harvey Nichols’ six UK stores, online business, inventory, more than 1,000 employees and, significantly, its international franchise agreements. For…
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Chez Albert Prepares for International Expansion as Belgian Waffle Brand Unveils New Global Identity
Belgian waffle specialist Chez Albert is preparing for the next stage of its development, unveiling a completely refreshed brand identity as it looks beyond Belgium for future growth. The company has opened its ninth Belgian location, securing a prime site on Leysstraat at the beginning of Antwerp’s Meir, one of the country’s most important shopping…
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Alo Yoga’s planned five-city German rollout puts premium locations and execution discipline at the centre of its expansion strategy.