The latest franchise news, market developments and community updates from QFA country sites around the world.
Combined franchisor sales at four cosmetics brands rose 28.4% between 2023 and 2025. Over the same period, TonyMoly, Cellenique and Skinfood lost franchised outlets, highlighting the need to examine changes in each brand’s distribution network.
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An appeal hearing has been scheduled in a franchise contract dispute between Wan’anshun Industrial and J&T Express. For those considering franchising in China, the practical lesson is to identify the companies involved and check the contractual documents, rather than draw conclusions about the entire brand network.
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Da Grasso outlines the costs of its two franchise formats. Investment starts at PLN 200,000 excluding VAT for Ekspres and PLN 350,000 excluding VAT for a full-service restaurant.
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A Magnit Mini store has opened in central Novosibirsk. Around ten more partner-operated stores are being prepared for opening across four cities.
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The Taiwan Chain and Franchise Promotion Association recognised brands awarded its Excellent Headquarters Certification at World Franchise Night, aiming to narrow information gaps through structured reviews and bring headquarters governance and brand trust into cross-border partnership discussions.
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Matcha brand MATCHAMON is stepping up franchise partner recruitment. It operates seven outlets in Japan and overseas, including temporary locations, and offers 14 days of training alongside pre- and post-opening support.
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According to China Daily, Ye Gelato has expanded rapidly since opening up to franchising, reaching 237 cities by 11 September. For prospective franchisees in China, fresh-product waste, promotional policies and store-level costs deserve as much attention as network size.
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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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JYSK plans to run 25 stores in Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia directly. The takeover is expected to be completed on 1 January 2027, subject to regulatory approval.
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Tavuk Dünyası and Dürümle now have more than 500 restaurants between them. The two brands, part of the same group, differ in their mix of franchised and company-operated outlets.
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Ma Cong Bing presented food truck and shop franchise packages at the 2026 Taiwan International Chain and Franchise Exhibition, alongside loans of up to NT$500,000 repayable in 36 interest-free instalments, with headquarters covering the interest. Prospective franchisees should assess package prices, financing terms and working capital needs separately.
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Cypress Holdings aims to open 10 franchise outlets and sign agreements with 10 franchisee companies in the year ending August 2027. Building on its first Ginza Sozaiten franchise agreement, it plans to expand its network and strengthen operational support.
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Power’s restructuring consultations cover four company-owned stores. Independently operated stores also trade in the same towns.
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Myka has opened in Bogotá’s Zona G and announced an outlet at Andino shopping centre. The frozen Greek yoghurt chain also plans to expand to Medellín and Barranquilla.
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Free entry, more than 30 exhibitors and seminars feature at the final stop of Franchise Negosyo 2026 at SM City Iloilo.
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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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Soul Origin plans around 10 more New Zealand stores over two years as the café and fresh-food brand marks its 15th anniversary.
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Moin Sushi prioritises delivery over dine-in service. Four franchisee-run locations demonstrate its approach to smaller towns in north-western Germany.
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H&M’s second store in Venezuela will open in November 2026 at Sambil Valencia, covering 2,208 square metres.
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MBCC Foods has applied for a Castlebar drive-thru restaurant, proposing 13 jobs on a site where earlier planning permission expired.
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Hong Jiu Jiu says its first appearance at the Taiwan World Franchise Exhibition generated more than 30 franchise sign-ups. Its Lite format offers modern Chinese fast food through nine menu items across three ranges, in outlets of around 40 square metres.
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Saudi Arabia’s National Franchise Committee met Russian organisations to explore the business environment and entry requirements for Saudi brands as part of an international outreach and expansion programme.
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Kyochon Chicken has signed a strategic business agreement with Arai Shoji. It aims to open in Tokyo in the first half of 2027, then expand into surrounding cities under a franchise model allowing multiple outlets within an agreed territory.
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Starbucks and Boyu Capital have completed their strategic partnership, under which around 8,000 company-operated stores in mainland China will move to a franchise model run by a joint venture. For those exploring franchise opportunities, the key distinction is between brand licensing and store operations: this is not an invitation for individuals to become franchisees.
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