March 24, 2025
Pepper Lunch taking on Hawaii
Pepper Lunch expands to Hawaii with three locations set to open by 2026, bringing its sizzling Japanese fast-casual dining to the islands.
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Latest Franchise Industry News & Interviews
Our editorial team has curated current international franchise industry news and interviews which you can read below. You can subscribe to our monthly FranSpeak International electronic newsletter to receive the news and other franchise related information in your inbox every month.
March 24, 2025
Tealive: Brewing success across borders
Tealive’s CEO reveals the journey behind the brand’s global success, challenges of franchising, and expansion plans in this insightful interview.
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March 22, 2025
Loob Holding brings Tealive to Thailand
Loob Holding is bringing Tealive to Thailand, planning 80 outlets in 10 years with master franchisee RD, a subsidiary of India’s Devyani International.
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March 22, 2025
Blue Bottle Coffee to open first location in Southeast Asia
Blue Bottle Coffee debuts in Southeast Asia with its first store in Singapore’s Raffles City, expanding its presence beyond the US, Japan, and China.
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March 19, 2025
Dickey’s opens full-service location in Philippines
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit debuts in Manila with a full-service location at Parqal Mall, bringing authentic Texas barbecue to the Philippines.
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March 13, 2025
Captain D’s going across the pond
Captain D’s enters the UK with a 20-unit deal, launching in Kent this August. The brand aims to redefine fish and chips with quality and discipline.
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March 12, 2025
Jollibee North America president says company is ready for next-level growth
Jollibee expands in North America with 350 units planned. President Maribeth dela Cruz shares growth vision and franchising strategy at industry summit.
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March 11, 2025
Yolk Brands branches out into UK with 50-store BonBird deal
BonBird lands in the UK! Yolk Brands partners with City Restaurants Group for a 50-store expansion, bringing fresh fried chicken to new markets.
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March 7, 2025
Colombia’s Juan Valdez signs joint venture to accelerate growth in Spain
Juan Valdez and Grupo Trinity partner to invest €40m in Spain, planning 140 new stores by 2032 to expand the Colombian coffee brand’s European presence.
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March 7, 2025
Starbucks and Alshaya Group explore retail partnership at Saudi giga-project
Starbucks and Alshaya Group explore a flagship store at Saudi Arabia’s $62.2bn Diriyah giga-project, strengthening their presence in the MENA region.
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March 7, 2025
Taco Bell eyes 3,000 int’l restaurants by 2030
Taco Bell plans to expand to 3,000 international locations by 2030, entering nine new markets, including France, Greece, and South Africa.
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March 6, 2025
Indonesia’s Fore Coffee reportedly planning $110m IPO
Fore Coffee is reportedly planning a $110m IPO on the Indonesia Stock Exchange by April 2025, with backing from East Ventures and other investors.
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March 6, 2025
Mexico’s Caffenio makes long-awaited US debut with Arizona store
Caffenio opens its first US store in Mesa, Arizona, after unveiling its Phoenix headquarters. The Mexican chain aims to tap into the booming drive-thru market.
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March 5, 2025
Wendy’s opens 500th restaurant in APMEA region
Wendy’s opens its 500th APMEA restaurant in Japan, marking its 75th store in the country. The brand continues expanding across Asia, Australia, and Europe.
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March 5, 2025
Marco’s Pizza to debut in Philly market
Marco’s Pizza expands to Philadelphia with a two-unit agreement. Led by experienced franchisee Jack Praizner, the first store launches in Bethlehem in Q3 2025.
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March 3, 2025
7-Eleven Malaysia’s revenue improves
7-Eleven Malaysia reports a 5.1% revenue increase to RM2.93 billion, with strong Q4 sales and 69 new stores fueling growth. Optimistic outlook for 2025.
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