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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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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
  • Jennifer Shayko
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
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Our February roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Ireland, Japan, and Mexico
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,900 Reads 1 Shares
Acquiring an international brand comes with many built-in advantages, but franchisors must conduct due diligence and plan strategically for long-term success
  • Barbara Moran-Goodrich
  • 3,165 Reads 13 Shares
Operational discipline, a strong culture, and an ability to scale the concept are all major factors to consider before expanding internationally
  • Stephen P. Smith
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Our February roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, and South Africa
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,447 Reads
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
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Partnering with the right master franchisee can help brands establish a presence in a foreign market and grow
  • Jayson Tipp
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Franchisors must keep in mind these important factors when deciding whether to take their brand to a foreign country
  • Jordan Levine
  • 3,212 Reads 10 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
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Our January roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Japan, Mexico, and Scotland
  • Kevin Behan
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The latest updates on how the tariffs are impacting the franchise community as we reach the end of 2025
  • Joyce Mazero, Josh Goldberg, Alissa Chase
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Despite cultural and operational differences, restaurant concepts from the United States and Europe can be successful in both markets
  • Rebecca Viani
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Expansion into the Middle East requires due diligence into the local regulations as well as the culture and demand of customers in the region
  • Josh York
  • 5,518 Reads 1 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents 
  • Kevin Behan
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Our December roundup of international franchise news travels to China, Dubai, India, Puerto Rico, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,290 Reads 1 Shares
Brands that thrive overseas make smart, respectful changes without compromising their identity
  • William Edwards
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Franchises must strategically test their concept and the best markets to enter before deciding to expand to Europe
  • Brian Kelley
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Brands must be intentional with their identity, purpose, and partners when they expand internationally
  • Carolyne Canady
  • 4,764 Reads 3 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,215 Reads 3 Shares
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Our November roundup of international franchise news travels to Brazil, Canada, England, Iraq, Japan, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates.   
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,876 Reads 1 Shares
School of Rock executive shares details about his career path and how he has helped expand the brand to 24 schools in seven international countries
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,015 Reads 30 Shares
The best franchises view international locations as long-term commitments
  • Benjamin Simon 
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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,443 Reads 1 Shares
Our October roundup of international franchise news travels to Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Iraq, Japan, and Mexico
  • Kevin Behan
  • 5,065 Reads 1 Shares
Our September roundup of international franchise news travels to Brazil, England, India, Singapore, and Vietnam
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,329 Reads 4 Shares
Establishing strong partnerships with master franchises in international markets is a key to sustained success
  • Larisa Walega
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Franchises must pick the right local partnerships, establish a strong foundation, and build slowly for sustained success in foreign markets
  • Gerardo Flores
  • 3,870 Reads 5 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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