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

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.