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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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Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
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New study finds 78% of the franchises operating in Spain have women in management positions
  • Andrea Lazzari
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Restaurant executive shares tips on how franchise brands can build brand awareness and attract customers in foreign markets
  • Erin Walter
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Several Gulf countries are fertile grounds for restaurant expansion with the proper strategy 
  • Rebecca Viani
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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
  • 1,936 Reads 3 Shares
Our July roundup of international franchise news travels to Brazil, Canada, France, India, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom
  • Kevin Behan
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Our June roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, France, Ireland, Mexico, Panama, and the United Kingdom.  
  • Kevin Behan
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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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Chain focuses on China and Southeast Asia as primary areas of expansion
  • Kevin Behan
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Learn about conditions in North America, South America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa
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Chain plans 70 percent of growth to come in foreign markets through 2028
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  • 4,720 Reads 4 Shares
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Common cultures and consumer behaviors present attractive options for franchises looking to scale internationally
  • Tereza Murray
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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 May roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and Uruguay. 
  • Kevin Behan
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Join FIS2025 in Madrid to connect, innovate, and grow in the global franchise industry with top brands and opportunities.
  • Andrea Lazzari
  • 1,452 Reads 6 Shares
Successfully expanding into the UK hinges on four key factors
  • Matias Puga H. 
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European countries offer mature markets, cultural fit, and high consumer demand for US restaurant brands to successfully expand internationally
  • Rebecca Viani
  • 2,903 Reads 128 Shares
Bill Edwards' biweekly newsletter rounds up international franchise news, stats, trends, and more from a worldwide network of correspondents
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,425 Reads 3 Shares
Our April roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, Germany, England, India, and Ireland. 
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,499 Reads 6 Shares
Restaurant executive shares tips on balancing brand identity with local market factors
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Franchisors must be able to customize their products and services to the local preferences of a foreign market
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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
  • 2,095 Reads 4 Shares
Our March roundup of international franchise news travels to China, Dominican Republic, England, India, Qatar, and Scandinavia.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,833 Reads 4 Shares
Success in a new country largely depends on who represents the brand
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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
  • 2,439 Reads 4 Shares
Our February roundup of international franchise news travels to Belgium, Canada, England, Japan, and Mexico.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,196 Reads 5 Shares
With thriving economies, cultural fit, and market demand, Middle East countries offer attractive opportunities for international expansion
  • Joe Lewis
  • 2,774 Reads 4 Shares
Growth of QSRs and multi-brand ownership create opportunities for franchise growth in Canada 
  • Kevin Winters
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Chain looks to become a global brand by entering new markets and expanding international presence 
  • Kevin Behan
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Examining the franchising challenges and opportunities of top European countries  
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