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The latest franchise news from Mexico: new brands, market updates, regulation and events, curated by the Quality Franchise Association.
Torreón to host the first La Laguna Franchise Roadshow
The event on 18 November at the Torreón Convention Centre will bring together investment opportunities, training and advice for local businesses.
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Franchising: Puebla forecasts new jobs as Querétaro expects growth
Puebla expects new brands and expansion to create 1,500 jobs, while Querétaro forecasts 10% growth in its franchise sector in 2026.
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Fraiche plans more than 300 new franchises in Mexico in 2027
Fraiche is targeting northern Mexico for its expansion in 2027. The estimated investment per outlet is MXN 2.3 million.
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Wyndham plans 30 more franchised hotels in Mexico
With 101 hotels across 45 cities, Wyndham is preparing 30 additional projects and new digital tools to support its operations in Mexico.
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Flying Tiger enters Mexico with plans for 100 stores in five years
The Danish brand has opened its first store in Mexico with Grupo Julio and plans to invest between US$30 million and US$40 million over five years.
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Shake Shack, Toks and Panda Express open eight restaurants in Mexico
Grupo Gigante opened eight restaurants in Mexico in the third quarter of 2026: four Shake Shack, three Toks and one Panda Express.
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Santander, Getnet and AMF aim to support 85,000 franchises in Mexico
The partnership aims to bring financing and payment solutions to 85,000 franchises in Mexico during its first three years.
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KTV seeks drone-cleaning franchisees in Mexico
KTV Working Drone is accepting applications from across Mexico for its high-level cleaning franchise model. Local terms must be confirmed in the contract.
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Betsy Eslava joins the World Franchise Council board
The president of the Mexican Franchise Association will serve on the WFC board for two years. Mexico will also co-lead the Connect programme alongside three other countries.
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Chipotle plans more restaurants in Nuevo León and Mexico City debut
Alsea plans to open three or four additional Chipotle restaurants in Nuevo León in early 2027 and is preparing to enter Mexico City that year.
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Primark in Mexico: Liverpool rules out converting Suburbia stores
Liverpool will fund Primark’s rollout in Mexico in stages and has ruled out converting Suburbia stores to accommodate the new brand.
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Alsea in talks to sell Burger King assets in Mexico
Alsea is negotiating a potential sale of Burger King assets. It operates 168 restaurants in Mexico, but the scope of the transaction remains undefined.
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Franchises from MXN 50,000 at Monterrey Expo
Expo Franquicias Monterrey is advertising opportunities starting at MXN 50,000, alongside training for those looking to open their first business.
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Nuevo León: food and drink lead franchising with 32% of outlets
Nuevo León has around 397 franchise brands and 2,300 outlets. Food and drink, beauty and services account for a substantial share of the market.
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Liverpool prepares Primark master franchise in Mexico
Liverpool expects to finalise its agreement with Primark before the end of 2026 and is assessing locations. It has ruled out converting Suburbia stores for now.
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Mexican Franchise Network warns over questionable return promises
Francisco Lobato Galindo urges investors to check brands’ track records and questions offers that promise returns without explaining how the business works.
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Interjet proposes Central American franchises, with no launch date
The company is talking to businesspeople in three countries about operations costing US$100 million each, but has no timetable for flights.
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Italianni's prioritises refurbishments in Mexico; network includes 16 franchises
With 76 restaurants in Mexico, Italianni's is focusing on refurbishments and menus priced at MXN 199 rather than accelerating new openings.
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Quadratín recognised for its franchise expansion
ILAF has recognised Quadratín following its expansion into the United States, with operations in New York, New Jersey and California.
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Franchises in Puebla allocate 15% of profits to security
The Mexican Franchise Network reports higher spending on protection in Puebla and a reduction of up to 60% in thefts at franchise businesses during 2026.
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Franchising in Mexico: calls for clearer contracts and support commitments
At an event in Mexico City, specialists highlighted the importance of defining contractual obligations and the scope of technical support in franchise agreements.
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Innova Viajes highlights support for its franchisees in Mexico
The Mexican brand shares a franchisee’s testimonial and outlines its training, tools and operational support.
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Jalisco has 485 franchise brands and 4,440 outlets
Jalisco ranks second in Mexico for franchising, with 485 brands and more than 4,440 outlets, according to reporting by Mural.
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Smart Fit seeks franchise expansion in Mexico’s mid-sized cities
Smart Fit is targeting franchise growth in cities with 100,000 to 200,000 residents, while shortening the time its new gyms take to cover operating costs.
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70% of Mexican franchises have a digital strategy
The Mexican Franchise Association reports progress in omnichannel operations, e-commerce and digital marketing aimed at strengthening the appeal of Mexican franchises.
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Latin American Franchise Congress 2026 comes to Mexico City
Expo Reforma will host activities on 21 and 22 October, featuring training, women’s leadership and awards recognising the franchise community.
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Guadalajara to host the AMF Franchise Convention 2026
From 20 to 23 October, Guadalajara will bring together more than 100 participants to discuss technology, investment and franchise expansion.
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AMF maintains forecast of 6% growth in franchise outlets in Mexico in 2026
The Mexican Franchise Association maintains its forecast of 6% growth in outlet numbers for 2026 and puts the sector’s footprint at 95,000 outlets.
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Franchises in Mexico: nearly 40% already use AI
The Mexican Franchise Association says seven in 10 franchises have a digital strategy and nearly 40% use AI to support their operations.
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Mexican franchises aim for 25% international presence by 2027
The AMF aims for 25% of Mexican franchise brands to have an international presence by 2027, with the United States and Spain as priority destinations.
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Sinaloa Franquicias 360 supports new franchise models
The event in Culiacán will showcase 10 selected brands and share business experience with companies looking to franchise.
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Expo Franquicias Monterrey 2026: dates and expected brands
Cintermex will host the event on 11 and 12 November, featuring investment opportunities in food, education, services and wellbeing.
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Franchises in Mexico report staff turnover of 3%
The Mexican Franchise Network links workforce stability to pay and benefits, while noting differences between sectors and roles.
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Franchises in Puebla face staff turnover and hold back on hiring
The Mexican Franchise Network rules out job cuts in Puebla but warns that conditions do not support further hiring towards the end of 2026.
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Epurasol seeks franchisees for water purification plants in Mexico
Epurasol offers three packages for water purification plants in Mexico. Capacity, premises size and the scope of support are key to assessing the opportunity.
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Puebla franchises consider price adjustments as input costs rise
Rising raw material costs are putting pressure on franchises in Puebla, Mexico, prompting them to consider price adjustments before the end of 2026.
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Almacenes Ánfora plans Mérida debut with two stores
The company is planning two branches in Mérida following openings in Mexico City and Pachuca. Its network currently comprises 35 stores across eight Mexican states.
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Daiso enters Mexico with two stores in the capital region
The Japanese chain enters Mexico as Asian multi-category retailers expand their presence across Latin America.
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Photoism seeks to expand its photo booths in Mexico
The Korean brand, which already has a presence in Monterrey, is looking to grow in Mexico through shops, restaurants and new franchised locations.
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Dodo Pizza enters Mexico with Jalisco as its starting point
Dodo Pizza has chosen Jalisco for its entry into Mexico, relying on its technology platform to manage stock, kitchen operations and deliveries.
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Red Lobster closes in Mexico after 13 years of operations
The chain closed its last Mexican restaurant on 17 September. It gave no reasons for the decision and continues to operate in the United States.
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Burger King and Dragon Ball Super launch campaign in Mexico
The collaboration launched on 7 September 2026 with a themed menu, six collectible figures and exclusive merchandise.
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Kekala aims to have 50 outlets operating in Mexico by the end of 2026
Kekala is accelerating its expansion in Mexico and expects to have at least 50 outlets operating by the end of 2026, supported by its franchisees.
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Lumera proposes a service-based model for restaurant franchising
Lumera outlines its approach to expanding restaurants through franchising, with preparing each business described as the first step.
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Franchises in Puebla report 1,500 new jobs in 2026
The Mexican Franchise Network reported 1,500 new jobs in Puebla, with five food and beverage businesses expected to open.
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Hello Kitty Café moves to Roma and expands its offering
The new Mexico City venue will include event spaces. Its founder forecasts growth of 30% to 35% compared with the previous outlet once it is fully operational.
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JD Sports set to intensify competition in Mexico’s sports retail market in 2027
JD Sports’ planned arrival with Grupo Axo signals a new competitive landscape for Innovasport, Martí and the wider franchise sector.
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Mexican franchises: collaboration to support expansion
A North American collaboration agreement aims to strengthen training and international expansion for Mexican franchises.
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JD Sports and Axo: key points of their omnichannel agreement in Mexico
Axo will manage JD Sports shops and e-commerce in Mexico. The agreement brings together local operations, intellectual property rights and exclusive product ranges.
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JD Sports to enter Mexico with Axo and more than 140 stores
JD Sports will enter Mexico in 2027 through a franchise partnership with Grupo Axo, which will operate more than 140 stores and the brand’s e-commerce business.
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