The latest franchise news from Hong Kong: new brands, market updates, regulation and events, curated by the Quality Franchise Association.
Spanish Greek frozen yoghurt brand MYKA opened its first Asian flagship in Hong Kong’s Central district in September. Its founders outlined daily in-store production and ingredient traceability requirements, and revealed plans to enter the Philippines next.
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LH Group has signed a franchise agreement with Singapore’s Gohan for its Hao Guo Ri Zi brand, with one outlet open by the end of June 2026. The group also holds a 29.4% stake in Gohan, combining brand licensing with equity investment in its overseas expansion.
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Hong Kong’s private pickleball venues reportedly grew from around three early last year to about 20, with AAPA’s franchise fee put at HK$350,000. Prospective investors should distinguish franchise fees from total investment costs and sellers’ profit claims.
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Media reports citing market figures suggest at least 70 Hong Kong shops closed in October, up around 75% from roughly 40 in September. Prospective franchisees assessing the risks of opening a shop should distinguish between individual closures, rental data and overall market performance.
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TamJai Yunnan Mixian has opened an upgraded flagship concept store in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, featuring an open kitchen and grilled-to-order skewers. The opening offers the franchising community a look at how an established brand is refreshing its restaurant format.
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Kopi Luwak Holdings denies authorising an alleged agreement involving RMB 200 million in brand licensing fees and plans for 1,000 outlets. Its subsidiary has reported the matter to Guangzhou police, highlighting the need to verify signing authority and brand licensing rights when considering a franchise in Hong Kong.
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Da Yung’s has closed its last Hong Kong branch, while Mixue’s first store in Mong Kok has shut after its lease expired. Investors assessing franchise networks must distinguish individual closures from a full market withdrawal.
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International Housewares Retail has disclosed further details of its Singapore Japan Home franchise supply and settlement arrangements, including a 3% to 10% mark-up on landed cost, weekly allocation of inventory sales proceeds and guarantees backing operating expense advances.
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International Housewares Retail has disclosed further details of its Singapore Japan Home master franchise arrangement, including minimum royalties for the first two years and the transfer of purchasing, lease and employment obligations.
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International Housewares Retail has outlined plans to convert 30 Japan Home stores in Singapore to franchises by the end of 2026. Wholesale supply revenue and royalties will replace direct retail revenue.
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Chow Tai Fook reported 29.6% same-store sales growth in Hong Kong and Macau in the second quarter of FY2027, while mainland franchised stores saw a 2.9% decline. Investors assessing the brand in Hong Kong should distinguish between markets, operating models, sales and profitability.
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DFI Retail reported a 1% year-on-year rise in Hong Kong 7-Eleven’s third-quarter like-for-like sales, or 2% excluding cigarettes. Brand collaborations and product innovation supported performance, offering prospective franchisees an insight into convenience store spending trends.
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COD Group and Meituan are launching cross-border e-gift vouchers covering more than 350 Hong Kong outlets, including KFC and Pizza Hut, allowing mainland Chinese visitors to buy before travelling and redeem on arrival.
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AEON Hong Kong has announced a regional franchise agreement with Japan’s KOMEDA, with plans to open KOMEDA’s Coffee outlets in Hong Kong and expand its specialist food and beverage chain business.
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A closure notice at Ching Yung’s Hung Hom shop says the brand’s Hong Kong master agent is to cease local operations, while the shop will close when its lease expires. The Taiwanese tea brand entered Hong Kong through a franchise arrangement in 2015 and later expanded into several districts.
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Yum China plans to increase its Hong Kong Lavazza cafés from five to around 10 over the coming months, and introduce digital and AI applications in due course. For those considering the local franchise market, customer needs and operational adaptations will be key areas to watch.
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Chabaidao’s equipment revenue surged in the first half of 2026, while goods revenue fell. It opened 669 franchised stores and closed 499 during the period. Prospective franchisees considering Hong Kong should distinguish head office revenue from store-level performance.
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Gyu-Kaku J’s City One Sha Tin branch will close on 1 November, leaving two outlets in Kai Tak and Tung Chung. LH Group chairman Simon Wong says the group will close struggling branches while cautiously opening new outlets and developing new brands.
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Trading in Chabaidao shares was suspended from the morning of 13 October 2026 on the Hong Kong securities regulator’s directive. The specific reason and arrangements for resuming trading have yet to be announced. The company expanded its store network in the first half, but royalty and franchise fee income declined.
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A bill to amend tax deductions for intellectual property expenditure was gazetted on 16 October, proposing relief for qualifying upfront licence fees. Franchise businesses should check contract dates, the nature of expenditure and safeguards for related-party transactions.
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TAITO STATION opened its tenth Hong Kong store at The ANGLE in Kwun Tong on 3 October, featuring 41 claw machines. Its Hong Kong franchise operator says it will continue to assess demand across different districts and consider further openings.
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DPC Dash, the master franchisee for Domino’s in China, reported a store network of 1,634 in its third-quarter 2026 business update. Same-store transaction volumes grew, but average transaction values remained below the year-earlier level, keeping same-store sales growth negative.
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QFA Hong Kong published a guide to franchise non-compete clauses on 5 October, urging prospective franchisees to check the activities, locations, periods and people covered, and factor potential restrictions on income after leaving into their investment decisions.
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QFA Hong Kong has issued a guide to joint-investment franchising, reminding those investing with friends or family to agree not only their contributions but also directors’ powers, further funding obligations and exit arrangements, and to check that the shareholders’ agreement aligns with the franchise agreement.
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QFA Hong Kong has issued guidance on refurbishment and equipment upgrades, urging prospective franchisees to clarify payment, repair and replacement responsibilities before signing, and to use written procedures for mandatory upgrades and exemption requests.
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DFI shares rose 6.6% after it announced a restructuring deal to take over Starbucks franchise operations in seven Asian markets. Those assessing the news in Hong Kong’s franchise sector should distinguish the market reaction from progress towards completion.
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DFI management says its proposed Asian Starbucks franchise acquisition generates annualised EBITDA of more than US$100 million and can cover most, if not all, of its capital expenditure. Its earnings and investment plans offer useful context for those assessing Hong Kong’s franchise market.
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DFI plans to take over Starbucks operations across seven Asian markets, reporting revenue of around US$750 million for 2025 and forecasting around US$900 million for the full year in 2028. Investors considering Hong Kong’s franchise market should distinguish historical results from forecasts and estimated integration benefits.
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DFI management aims to add 250 stores to its Asian Starbucks franchise business by the end of 2029, mainly in Vietnam and Thailand. In Hong Kong, the focus is on strengthening the core business.
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News of ownership changes involving Maxim’s Starbucks licensed business does not amount to an invitation for individual franchisees. Investors considering Hong Kong must distinguish between company ownership, brand licensing and permission to open a store.
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Proposed ownership changes involving Maxim’s and its Starbucks business remain subject to completion. Both parties say daily operations will remain unchanged afterwards. Those exploring Hong Kong’s franchise market should distinguish ownership changes from store operations and note the continuing procurement, supply chain, property and yuu partnerships.
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DFI has announced a business restructuring expected to bring in around US$340 million in cash, alongside a plan to raise its dividend payout ratio to 80% in 2027. Those considering franchise opportunities in Hong Kong should note that the transaction has yet to complete and does not signal new franchise openings.
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DFI Retail Group and Hong Kong Caterers have agreed an ownership restructuring that will bring Starbucks franchise operator Coffee Concepts under DFI’s management. Completion is expected by the end of the first quarter of 2027, with both parties saying day-to-day operations will remain unchanged.
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Sing Tao Daily reports that some Hong Kong restaurants say Keeta has sharply increased commission on takeaway collection orders, prompting some small operators to turn to other platforms or telephone orders. When assessing takeaway channels, franchise businesses should distinguish between sales revenue and net receipts.
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Guides listed on QFA Hong Kong’s website on 29 September focus on opening milestones and the ‘founder absence test’, urging businesses preparing to franchise to clarify opening responsibilities and assess their ability to operate independently.
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Institutions from Shenzhen and Hong Kong have jointly launched an intellectual property alliance to help turn research into practical applications. Hong Kong’s franchising community can watch for technology partnerships, but the report announces no franchise opportunities or changes to approval procedures.
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BPS Global has announced that its Dongguan logistics subsidiary has secured a concession to provide public cargo terminal operating services at the Hong Kong International Airport Logistics Park in Dongguan. Operational and management preparations are under way. For Hong Kong’s franchise sector, the key details to watch are service coverage, charges and launch arrangements.
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The supplied report record is dated 28 September 2026, but its title and text are garbled and cannot substantiate any franchise-related news. Any information about brands, events or policies still needs to be checked against the complete original article.
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Fosun Pharma has announced that Henlius and Amberstone have signed a collaboration and licence agreement covering two products. For those considering Hong Kong’s franchise market, the deal illustrates how territory, permitted uses and product scope define the limits of an ‘exclusive’ licence.
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Guides on QFA’s Hong Kong website advise brands and prospective franchisees to verify information, approvals and handover terms before signing. Buying an existing outlet does not automatically confer the right to operate under the brand.
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ET Net, citing The Standard, reports that Hong Kong plans to establish a high-level, cross-sector committee to promote intellectual property trading. For the franchise sector, the focus is on potential collaboration across professions. However, this remains a policy preview, not a confirmed initiative.
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The government plans to introduce a bill in 2026 allowing tax deductions for capital expenditure on intellectual property or rights to use it. Hong Kong’s franchise sector should monitor eligibility and prepare brand licensing and payment records in advance.
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Panama reportedly took over two ports operated by a CK Hutchison subsidiary on 23 February 2026, prompting a formal protest from the Hong Kong SAR Government the following day. The dispute concerns port operating concessions, which readers in the franchise sector should distinguish from brand franchising arrangements.
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Meilan Airport issued a supplementary announcement on 20 September 2026 concerning duty-free concession transactions classified as continuing connected transactions. Readers interested in Hong Kong’s franchise market should distinguish transaction disclosures from franchise opportunities and check the terms against the official announcement.
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A report cited in the research says Hong Kong’s securities regulator is preparing to include renminbi counters in southbound Stock Connect trading. This concerns capital market arrangements, not franchise regulation, and does not establish that store openings or franchise investment are recovering.
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