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We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#162, June 9, 2026). The newsletter covers international franchise development, global employment issues, international travel, and updates on business trends in many countries. For the complete newsletter, including in-depth country reports, charts, graphs, international company news, and economic trends and statistics, go here. Previous issues are available as well.
For CEOs, It’s Time for a Wartime Mindset
The $126T Global Economy in One Giant Chart
OECD Economic Outlook Under Pressure
U.S. Proposes New Tariffs on China, EU Over Forced Labor
Why Oil’s Not at $200 After the Biggest Supply Shock in History
Press Freedom Around the World in 2026
India’s population will soon be falling—probably quite fast
McDonald’s Launches New Global Strategy to Stay Ahead of Competition
Franchising Makes Americans Rich
Brand Global News Section: Firehouse Subs, Haagen-Dazs, Jollibee, and Pizza Hut.
Edwards Global Services (EGS) monitors 30+ countries, 40+ international information sources, and six business sectors daily to keep up with international franchise news. The company’s Global Team on the ground covers 43 countries and provides updates about what is happening in their specific countries. Visit the EGS website here.