Global Franchising News from International Trade Expert Bill Edwards, May 2026

We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#159, April 28, 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.

The April 2026 GlobalVue country ranking chart

Economic strain mounts across emerging markets

UK Consumer Sentiment Falls to Record Low on Inflation

The impending global food shock is preventable

Look to Latin America’s Oil Boom for Energy Security

Gasoline Price Changes Since the Start of the Iran War

Book Review: “Geopolitics, China and the Global Supply Chain”

Brand Global News Section: Burger King, Chick-fil-A, and Jersey Mike’s.

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.