International Franchising News from Global Trade Expert Bill Edwards (Feb. 2022)

We’ve selected some highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#49, Feb. 8, 2022). The newsletter covers international franchise development, global employment issues, international travel, and updates on pandemic rules in many countries. For the complete newsletter, including in-depth country reports, charts, graphs, international company news, and economic trends and statistics, go here.

• Europe entering Covid pandemic “ceasefire,” says WHO
• Australia and New Zealand finally reopening for travel
• A world shaped by supply
• The rise and rise of the global balance sheet
• After two years of closed borders, Australia welcomes the world back
• How Dunkin’ changed franchising forever
• Global Brand News: Dunkin’ Donuts, KFC, Restaurant Brands NZ, Wingstop

Edwards Global Services (EGS) monitors 30+ countries, 40+ international information sources, and 6 business sectors daily to keep up with international franchise news. The company’s GlobalTeam on the ground covers 43 countries and provides updates about what is happening in their specific countries.