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International franchise opportunities and global expansion are heating up, with American brands growing abroad and foreign brands opening franchised units in the U.S. Investing in the international business arena can be highly rewarding, but is not for everyone as laws, cultures, and even diets vary widely. Learn from franchisees and franchisors who have navigated these challenges successfully.

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Our September roundup of international franchise news travels to Africa, Asia, Italy, Mexico, and the United Arab Emirates.
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The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration and information sharing among the leading franchise organizations in North America
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Purchasing practices and supply chain efficiency can help international brands create a consistent customer experience
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The most successful brands treat international franchisees like business partners
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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Our August roundup of international franchise news travels to Australia, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, and the United Kingdom
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Franchisors that understand how culture shapes consumer behavior are more likely to succeed in global markets
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Looking at the work that comes in vetting a good master franchisee and what comes after it for sustainable success
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When expanding into China, brands should build a strong foundation and mix operational standards and local preferences to achieve long-term success
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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Our July roundup of international franchise news travels to Australia, Canada, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom. 
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Declining birth rates and aging populations are reshaping global franchising, forcing brands to rethink plans
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Assessing demand, protecting the brand, and choosing the right partner are part of the process of expanding a franchise internationally
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UK-based franchisor discusses the steps in expanding a brand to the United States
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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Our June roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Thailand. 
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International franchises are entering the market with a long-term view of system health
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Customer demand for new concepts and strong value is fueling the growth of multi-brand operators in the region
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Our May roundup of international franchise news travels to China, the Netherlands, and the Philippines
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Labor costs, store size, and multi-unit ownership with the ability to scale are all different in the Australian franchise model
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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Franchises should prioritize selecting the right markets and operating systems to grow over the speed of expansion
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There are many opportunities for franchise success in Asia if brands are disciplined, prepared, and invest in local knowledge
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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Our April roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Kenya, and Mexico
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International growth can transform a brand's long-term enterprise value
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Emerging brands should establish consistent, repeatable operations and success domestically before considering expanding internationally
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Franchisors should be aware of differences in FDDs and legislation between the U.S. and Canada
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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Our February roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Ireland, Japan, and Mexico
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