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Why Is Popeyes Taking Over Airports and College Campuses? The Chicken Chain’s VP Explains Its Strategy.
The fried chicken franchise is implementing a clever long-term strategy.
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Kumon Is Killing It With Two New Initiatives That Meet Students Where They Are Today
Whether they're rolling out more interactive digital programs or catering to Spanish speakers, Kumon has a finger on the pulse of learning needs.
By Kim Kavin
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Dunkin’ Made a Big Change to Its In-Store Experience — Here’s Why Gen Z Can’t Get Enough
The coffee franchise is innovating to get people in and out with their beverages faster than ever.
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The Growth of These 4 Franchise Concepts Shows Where the Industry Is Going
From autism services to self-pour bars, these concepts in franchising can tell us where the industry is headed.
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An ’80s-Era Policy Was Holding The UPS Store Back. Here’s How Its President Discovered the Problem — and Changed It.
Now The UPS Store has revolutionized its training experience for the 21st century.
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Hampton by Hilton Now Has Over 3,000 Hotels Worldwide. What’s the Brand Doing to Stay On Top?
From collaborating with Paris Hilton on limited time waffles to sponsoring football and rolling out cost-effective renovations, Hampton by Hilton isn't slowing down.
By Kim Kavin
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8 Bold New Franchise Concepts You’ll Want to Know About
Want to own a business that does something brand new? One of these new franchise brands might be a fit for you.
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Wendy’s Has a New Restaurant Design That Lets Them Take 400 Times More Digital Orders
The burger franchise has a new leadership team, and they're ready to deliver way more burgers.
By Kim Kavin
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Your Local Ace Hardware May Look Totally Different Soon — Here’s What You Can Expect
The home improvement retail franchise is celebrating its 100th birthday with some big changes.
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McDonald’s New McValue Menu Lets You Build Your Own Combo Meal — Here Are the Popular Items You Can Now Add on for $1
McDonald's partnered with actor John Cena for the menu, which allows customers to select from core items like the iconic Big Mac alongside fries, nuggets and various drink sizes.
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What’s Ahead for Franchising in 2025? Here are the Key Trends to Watch.
2024 was largely positive for franchising. We'll recap the year and preview the emerging trends for 2025.
By Rob Lancit
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Dunkin’ Kicks Off 2025 With a Sabrina Carpenter Partnership and New Winter Menu
Sabrina Carpenter's "Brown Sugar Shakin' Espresso" headlines Dunkin's Winter 2025 menu.
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What’s in a Name? How to Choose and Protect the Perfect Brand Identity
Craft a memorable, trademarkable name that reflects your values and sets your business apart.
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Jersey Mike’s Hits 3,000 Locations, Sets Sights on Aggressive Expansion
From humble beginnings to global ambitions, the sandwich giant's rise continues with a robust expansion strategy.
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Demystifying Your Profit & Loss Statement — A Guide for Franchisees
When you master the P&L statement, you'll be well on your way to running a profitable business.
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Golden Opportunities — Why These Chicken Franchises Are Sizzling in 2024
These franchises serve up crispy, juicy goodness that keeps customers clucking back for more.
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Think Twice About ‘Ick’ Franchises — The Surprising Benefits of Service-Based Businesses
Learn why industries like roofing, pest control, and home care might perfectly fit your entrepreneurial goals.
By David Busker
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Ready to Invest? Explore the Top 10 Sandwich Franchises of 2024
Bite into the best sandwich franchises according to the 2024 Franchise 500 Ranking.
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This Franchise Saves 6 Items From Landfills Every Second. Here’s How It Thinks About Sustainable Growth.
With over 1,300 locally-owned franchises and a 99% franchise renewal rate, this resale giant blends purpose with profitability.
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KFC Is Launching a Chicken Tenders-Focused Concept Called Saucy — Here’s When and Where It Opens
The chicken chain is making a strategic pivot towards the growing demand for customizable, sauce-heavy meals.
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Taco Bell Is Launching Chicken Nuggets — Here’s When and Where to Get Yours
The fast-food giant is putting its own spin on chicken nuggets for the first time.
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Kick-Start Your Small Business With These Cost Effective Strategies
Starting a small business is an exciting adventure, brimming with both opportunities and challenges. A key to success is effectively managing costs from the outset.
By Adam Povlitz
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Taco Bell Is Testing a Coffeehouse-Style Concept With Cold Brew and Agua Fresca — But Only in These Locations
The Live Más Café provides customers with an elevated experience and menu.
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These Are the Top New and Emerging Franchises of 2024 — And You Can Start One for Less Than $5,000
We evaluated new and emerging brands based on the same rigorous criteria used in the Franchise 500 process, analyzing more than 150 data points.
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McDonald’s Announces the Return of the Snack Wrap in 2025 — Here’s What to Expect From Its Comeback
The decision comes after years of persistent customer demand for the portable snack, which debuted nearly two decades ago.
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Ready to Own a Business? Check Out These 15 Franchises You Can Start For Under $25K
Looking for an inexpensive franchise to open? Explore the best franchises under $25k, according to the 2024 Franchise 500 Ranking.
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You Can Start These 10 Franchises for $10,000 or Less
Many budget-friendly franchise opportunities are in industries with high demand, such as home services, cleaning or mobile businesses.