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International

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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European countries offer mature markets, cultural fit, and high consumer demand for US restaurant brands to successfully expand internationally
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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, Germany, England, India, and Ireland. 
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Success in a new country largely depends on who represents the brand
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Our February roundup of international franchise news travels to Belgium, Canada, England, Japan, and Mexico.
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With thriving economies, cultural fit, and market demand, Middle East countries offer attractive opportunities for international expansion
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Our December roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, England, Japan, Mexico, Qatar and the U.S.
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Our November roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Greece, India, Poland, Taiwan, Tanzania, and the U.S.
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Having passionate, talented local franchisees and providing a system of training and support is an essential part of international franchise expansion
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