As we enter 2026, Star Brands Consulting Group officially steps into a sharper, more disciplined phase of growth — one defined by strategic intelligence, proprietary technology, and execution-led consulting. This year marks the launch of our new brand identity, new website, and a unified intelligence ecosystem designed to support investors, brands, and operators navigating complex…
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…
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.…
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, 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 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…
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. has unveiled plans to introduce a national franchise system, marking a major shift in strategy as the iconic home retail brand refocuses on a smaller network of company-owned stores complemented by locally owned franchise locations. The move signals a bold step toward capital-efficient growth, allowing entrepreneurs across the U.S. to…
Los Angeles–based athleisure giant Alo Yoga is taking another major step in its international expansion with the announcement of its first-ever store in Paris, set to open in early 2026 on the iconic Avenue des Champs-Élysées. Located at 92 Avenue des Champs-Élysées, the new 2,120-square-meter flagship will occupy the former Zara store and join leading…
Krispy Kreme, one of the world’s most iconic sweet treat brands, continues to delight doughnut lovers across the globe with its latest wave of international expansion. In October 2025, the company opened its first-ever shop in Spain, marking a major milestone in its European growth strategy. The new Hot Light Theater Shop in Madrid opened…
Inditex, the Spanish fashion powerhouse and parent company of Zara, continues its U.S. expansion strategy with the grand opening of a new three-story Zara flagship store at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. This marks another milestone in Inditex’s growing footprint across the United States, reinforcing its position as one of the…