Allegedly Non-Existent Franchise Investment: Man Faces Charges
A man has pleaded not guilty to six charges in Alor Setar, Malaysia, including allegedly deceiving individuals over investments in a non-existent franchise business.
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The latest franchise news from Malaysia: new brands, market updates, regulation and events, curated by the Quality Franchise Association.
KPDN Seeks to Develop More Malaysian MSMEs as Franchisors
Malaysia’s domestic trade ministry is focusing on developing MSMEs as franchisors, with an emphasis on business sustainability, innovation and market expansion for local brands.
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Tealive Launches New Drinks as Franchise Network Reaches Nine Countries
Tealive has introduced four new drink varieties, with its network reaching 800 outlets in Malaysia and 82 franchised outlets overseas.
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FIM2026 Records Potential Investment of Over RM600 Million
FIM2026 brought together 159 exhibitors and more than 26,000 visitors, recording potential investment of over RM600 million.
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PSFS Allocated RM20 Million to Develop Malaysian Franchises
Malaysia’s Budget 2027 allocates RM20 million to PSFS to support start-up capital, working capital and new outlets for Malaysian franchise businesses.
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BYOB Allocated RM9 Million, with Six Months of Support for Franchise Entrepreneurs
Malaysia’s Budget 2027 allocates RM9 million to BYOB, offering training, business matching and six months of monitoring for Bumiputera women and young people.
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MyFEX Records 3,681 Franchise Registrations in Malaysia
Local franchisors account for 62.2% of franchisor and master franchisor registrations, as attention turns to competitiveness and market expansion.
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Choco Loco Charged with Using the Term ‘Franchise’ Without Approval
Choco Loco, a director and a former director have pleaded not guilty to charges of using the term ‘franchise’ without approval.
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Education Franchises Offer Start-up Costs from RM15,000
Education franchise opportunities starting from RM15,000 are being highlighted as an affordable route into franchising for Malaysia’s micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.
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FIM2027 Scheduled for 6–8 May at KLCC
FIM2027 is scheduled for 6–8 May at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, following a 2026 edition that attracted more than 26,000 visitors.
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16 Registration Certificates Presented to New Franchisors
The presentation of 16 registration certificates signals growth in Malaysia’s franchise sector, with education opportunities offering start-up costs as low as RM15,000.
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Malaysia’s Franchise Sales Projected to Reach RM100 Billion by 2030
A sales projection of RM100 billion by 2030 and the award of 16 new registration certificates point to an expanding franchise sector in Malaysia.
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Pernas to Provide RM300 Million in Franchise Financing for 2027
Pernas will allocate 70 per cent of its franchise financing for 2027 to franchisees and 30 per cent to brand owners.
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Road to FIM2027 Brings Together 26 Franchise Brands in Johor Bahru
The Southern Region roadshow brings together 26 brands, with education franchise opportunities requiring start-up capital from as little as RM15,000.
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Hotel Conversions Open a Route to Franchising in Malaysia
IHG’s agreement with King Park Hotel highlights the conversion of existing properties as a route to growth in Malaysia’s hotel franchise sector.
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Holiday Inn Express Tawau Planned to Open in 2028
King Park Hotel Tawau is set to undergo a major refurbishment before opening as the 140-room Holiday Inn Express Tawau in 2028.
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CEFL Celebrates Malaysia Day in Cambridge as Network Reaches 72 Centres
CEFL staff and franchisees celebrated Malaysia Day in Cambridge as the Malaysian education brand marked its silver jubilee.
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IHG Introduces Hotel Franchising in Malaysia as Garner Heads to Sabah
A two-hotel agreement in Sabah introduces IHG’s franchise model to Malaysia, bringing Garner to Kota Kinabalu and Holiday Inn Express to Tawau.
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Momoyo Targets 600 Outlets, Opens Bakery-Concept Flagship in Rawang
Momoyo has opened a bakery-concept flagship in Rawang and is offering franchise opportunities to Malaysians as it targets 600 outlets nationwide.
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