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Foodsta Kitchens Plans to Grow Nasi and Mee to 50 Outlets With ₹50 Crore Capex
Foodsta Kitchens plans to take Nasi and Mee from 15 to 50 outlets in three years with about ₹50 crore capital spending.
8 November 2026
Chandikala Launches Silver Franchise Rollout, Starting With Gujarat and Maharashtra
Ahmedabad silver brand Chandikala offers FOFO, FOCO and area-developer franchise models from ₹1.73 crore.
8 November 2026
Dog Haus Names First Four of 15 Area Directors, With 400+ Restaurants Committed
Dog Haus has appointed four area directors who together committed to more than 400 restaurants across the US Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.
8 November 2026
Cheba Hut Signs Eight-Unit Development Deal With WGT Concepts for Oklahoma
Cheba Hut has signed an eight-unit area development agreement with WGT Concepts for Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
8 November 2026
The Masala Story Opens Its First Dine-In Restaurant on Golf Course Road, Gurugram
Delivery and catering brand The Masala Story has moved into dine-in with a 1,000 sq ft restaurant in Sector 54, Gurugram.
5 November 2026
Cupid Signs Exclusive Retail Partnership With V2 Retail Across 425+ Stores, Targets ₹400 Crore Revenue
Cupid Limited will get dedicated shelf space in more than 425 V2 Retail stores, with products due on shelves by mid-December 2026.
5 November 2026
AES Restaurant Group Becomes World's Largest Arby's Franchisee With 362 Restaurants
After buying 23 Knoxville restaurants from Inspire Brands, AES now runs 362 Arby's across 20 US states.
5 November 2026
Lola Beans Signs First Texas Lease in Waxahachie Under 120-Unit Development Deal
Area representatives Kirk and Coleen Jeter secured the first site under their 120-unit Texas agreement and target four to five openings in 2027.
5 November 2026
HB Protein Smoothies Signs Five-Unit Deal for Las Vegas and St. George, Utah
Franchisees Justin and Tarrah Long will open four Las Vegas-area locations and one in St. George, Utah.
5 November 2026
Colombian Brand Libertario Coffee Opens Gurugram Flagship With Its First In-House Roastery in India
Libertario Coffee Co and Roasters has opened its second Indian outlet at DLF Summit Plaza, Gurugram, with an in-house roastery.
4 November 2026
Subway to Open Up to 70 More Restaurants in Asda Stores as It Targets 10,000 EMEA Locations by 2031
Subway has expanded its development agreement with Asda to open up to 70 more in-store restaurants over four years.
4 November 2026
Built Different Brands Signs 36-Unit Deal to Bring Mike's Red Tacos to Florida
Multi-brand operator Built Different Brands will develop 36 Mike's Red Tacos restaurants across Tampa, Orlando and Florida's East Coast.
4 November 2026
Bubbakoo's Burritos Signs Two-Unit Deal for Greensboro and High Point, North Carolina
Bubbakoo's Burritos has signed a first-time franchisee to open two restaurants in Greensboro and High Point.
4 November 2026
Smalls Sliders Signs Three-Unit Deal With Keystone Management Group for Northwest Indiana
Keystone Management Group has signed its second Smalls Sliders agreement, taking its commitment to eight restaurants.
4 November 2026
Mary Brown's Chicken to Double India Network to 10 Outlets by December, Targets 220 by 2030
Canada's Mary Brown's Chicken will grow from 5 to 10 Indian outlets by December 2026 and targets 220 by 2030.
3 November 2026
Unify Foodworks Raises ₹5 Crore to Expand Moe's and Carvel in India, Plans 100+ Stores
Master franchisee Unify Foodworks raised ₹5 crore in seed funding to scale Moe's Casa Mexicana and Carvel across NCR.
3 November 2026
UK's Oodles Wok Enters India as Fifth International Market With FranGlobal
UK Asian fusion QSR Oodles Wok will enter India through franchise partners with FranGlobal's support.
3 November 2026
United Franchise Group Signs Master Licenses for Türkiye and Atlantic Canada
UFG signs master licenses taking Transworld Business Advisors to Türkiye and The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill to Atlantic Canada.
3 November 2026
Iced Tea Brand HTeaO Joins Dine Growth Group to Accelerate Franchise Expansion
HTeaO, approaching 200 locations in 11 states, partners with franchise sales firm Dine Growth Group to open new markets.
3 November 2026
McDonald's India (North & East) Raises Expansion and Digitisation Investment to About $80 Million
McDonald's India's north and east business has revised its planned investment upwards to about $80 million over the next two-and-a-half years for store expansion and digitisation.
2 November 2026
PVR INOX Plans 150–175 New Screens a Year From FY28, Mostly Through Asset-Light Franchise Models
India's largest multiplex operator plans to add 150–175 screens annually from FY28, with most coming through asset-light franchise and developer-funded models.
2 November 2026
Wingstop Plans India Entry by Early 2027, Calls It a 1,000-Restaurant Opportunity
US chicken wing chain Wingstop plans to open in India by early 2027, identifying the country as a potential 1,000-restaurant market.
2 November 2026
Papa Johns and PJP Investments Target 400+ Middle East Restaurants by 2036, Add Iraq
Papa Johns and franchise partner PJP Investments Group signed a ten-year development extension to grow from 167 to more than 400 restaurants across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Iraq.
2 November 2026
Black Sheep Coffee Signs 20-Store Franchise Deal With SUR Group for Northern England and Southern Scotland
Black Sheep Coffee has signed a development agreement with SUR Group for at least 20 stores, expected to create about 300 jobs over five years.
2 November 2026
CCI Approves Merger of Sapphire Foods Into Devyani International, Creating India's Largest KFC and Pizza Hut Franchisee
The Competition Commission of India has cleared the proposed merger of Sapphire Foods India into Devyani International, a key regulatory step in consolidating two major KFC and Pizza Hut franchise operators.
2 November 2026
De Beers Plans 100 Forevermark Stores in India by 2030 Through Company-Owned and Franchise Model
De Beers aims to grow Forevermark from 10 stores to 100 flagship and franchise stores across India by 2030, starting with the top 20 cities.
31 October 2026
Tata Starbucks to Accelerate India Store Openings After 15% Revenue Growth
With 505 stores and revenue up 15%, Tata Starbucks says it is ready to speed up openings, with potential to add 50–100 stores a year.
31 October 2026
K Hospitality Targets ₹6,000 Crore System-Wide Sales by FY30, Plans 40 New Restaurants
The operator of Nando's, Wagamama and Copper Chimney in India aims to grow system-wide sales from about ₹3,500 crore to ₹6,000 crore by 2029–30.
31 October 2026
Westlife Opens 500th McDonald's Restaurant in West and South India at GIFT City
Westlife Foodworld, McDonald's master franchisee for West and South India, opened its 500th restaurant in GIFT City, Gujarat.
31 October 2026
The Flying Biscuit Café Signs Franchise Agreement for Greenville, North Carolina
Franchisee Viren Patel will open the breakfast and brunch brand's first café in eastern North Carolina.
31 October 2026
Scenthound Signs 20-Unit Development Deal With Veterinarian Franchisee for Raleigh and Richmond
Licensed veterinarian Dr. Jaime Pickett will develop 20 Scenthound locations across Raleigh, North Carolina and Richmond, Virginia.
31 October 2026
Baba's Hot Chicken Announces 38 Locations Under Contract and First Drive-Thru in Las Vegas
The California brand has 38 contracted locations across multiple US states, including its first drive-thru under construction in Las Vegas.
31 October 2026
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Signs 40-Unit Development Deal for New York and Connecticut
Tropical Smoothie Cafe has signed a 40-unit agreement with Aurify Kingstar to expand in New York and Connecticut, with the first café expected in Q1 2027.
30 October 2026
Libas Plans 250–300 Stores in Two to Three Years With ₹200 Crore Expansion
Ethnic womenswear brand Libas aims to grow from about 50–60 stores to 250–300 within two to three years, starting with tier-1 and metro cities.
30 October 2026
Tierra Encantada Signs Area Development Deal to Enter Maryland
Multi-unit operators Mari Millard and Marnie Hammel have signed an area development agreement to bring Spanish-immersion preschool brand Tierra Encantada to Maryland.
30 October 2026
Starbird Opens First Midwest Restaurant as Franchise Pipeline Passes 56 Units
San Francisco chicken brand Starbird opened its first Midwest restaurant in St. Charles, Illinois, with franchise agreements for more than 56 additional units signed across three new states.
30 October 2026
Sola Salons Signs 22 New Units in Its Strongest Quarter of Signings in Three Years
Sola Salons signed 22 new franchise units in Q3 2026 across markets including Phoenix, Dallas, Chicago, Boise and the New York–Connecticut suburbs.
30 October 2026
Smalls Sliders Signs Four-Unit Deal for Florida’s Atlantic Coast
Stacked Hospitality partners Joe Sloboda and Stanley Tsung will develop four Smalls Sliders restaurants from Florida’s Space Coast to the Treasure Coast, starting in Port St. Lucie.
30 October 2026
Neeman’s Plans 500 Exclusive Stores and ₹1,000 Crore Revenue by FY30
Footwear brand Neeman’s plans to scale from about 50 to 500 exclusive stores by FY30, opening five to 10 stores a month, mainly company-owned, while continuing franchise pilots.
30 October 2026
YatriKart and MMG Group Sign ₹120 Crore Deal to Open 1,000 Quick-Stop Stores
Transit retailer YatriKart has partnered with MMG Group in a ₹120 crore, five-year FICO deal to open 1,000 quick-stop convenience stores across India.
30 October 2026
Tata’s Trent Signs Licensing Deal With Caffe Nero for Cafés Inside Westside and Zudio Stores
Trent has reportedly signed a licensing agreement with European coffee chain Caffe Nero to open cafés within its Westside and Zudio stores.
29 October 2026
Lindt to Open Around 20 Exclusive Stores in India; VTC Group to Run 11 in North and West
Swiss chocolatier Lindt plans close to 20 Indian stores over two and a half years, with partner VTC Group opening 11 across north and west India.
29 October 2026
Filipino Coffee Chain Coffee Buddy Opens Indiranagar Outlet in Bengaluru
Coffee Buddy, which entered India through a master franchise with Franchise India, has opened a new outlet in Indiranagar, Bengaluru.
29 October 2026
Domicil Sleep Targets 50 Experience Stores in India Through Franchise-Led Rollout
HTL International’s premium sleep brand Domicil Sleep plans about 50 experience stores across India over three years, mainly through franchising.
29 October 2026
Reliance Retail and 7-Eleven End Five-Year India Franchise Partnership
Reliance Retail and 7-Eleven are reportedly ending their India franchise deal, with most of the nearly 60 stores set to close.
29 October 2026
Wendy’s Confirms Unsolicited Takeover Proposal From Trian-Led Investor Group
The Wendy’s Company confirmed it received an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from Trian Fund Management and partner investors.
29 October 2026
TGI Fridays Signs First U.S. Deal in Over a Decade and Returns to Pakistan With 15 Units
TGI Fridays signed a five-unit New York State deal, its first domestic agreement in more than a decade, and a 15-unit return to Pakistan.
29 October 2026
Swig Signs 14-Unit Development Deal for New Mexico and West Texas
Dirty soda brand Swig signed a 14-unit agreement with a family of multi-unit operators covering Albuquerque, Santa Fe and El Paso.
29 October 2026
Italian Fashion Giant OVS Expands Indian Footprint With Massive New Flagship Store in Mumbai
Italian fashion retail giant OVS S.p.A. has officially opened its largest flagship store in India at R City Mall, Ghatkopar, Mumbai. Spanning an impressive 12,400 square feet, the new outlet significantly accelerates the brand's premium omnichannel retail expansion strategy in the Indian fashion market. The grand launch introduces an extensive multi-brand portfolio to Mumbai shoppers, alongside the highly anticipated India debut of MYA, OVS’s exclusive curve and plus-size apparel collection.
25 October 2026
Strategic Retail Expansion: Paul & Shark Strengthens India Footprint with High-Concept Flagship Reopening at DLF Emporio
Italian luxury fashion brand Paul & Shark has officially reopened its flagship boutique at DLF Emporio mall in New Delhi, debuting its latest global retail concept. The store is operated through the brand's ongoing joint venture with Reliance Brands Limited (RBL).
24 October 2026
ORN Journeys Targets 100 Cities Across India for Massive Travel Franchise Expansion
ORN journeys, a technology-driven global holiday company led by industry veteran Vinay Gupta, has officially announced a massive domestic expansion plan. The company aims to establish its franchise network across 100 cities in India. By doing so, ORN Journeys intends to bridge the gap between local travel entrepreneurs and complex international holiday logistics, making customized global travel highly accessible to middle-India
22 October 2026
Bageterie Boulevard Opens International Franchise Opportunities, Targets Global Expansion
Bageterie Boulevard, a European fast-casual restaurant brand specialising in freshly baked, chef-crafted baguettes, has launched an international franchise development programme. The Czech-founded brand is seeking experienced investors, master franchisees and multi-unit operators to expand into priority markets, including Poland, Austria, Italy, Hungary, the Gulf region, the United States and Canada. According to the company's announcement, estimated investments range from €200,000 for a food court outlet to €1.2 million for a standalone drive-through restaurant.
21 October 2026
L'Oréal Acquires Innovist: The Strategic Move Reshaping Indian Beauty
In a definitive move that redefines the contours of the Indian consumer market, French cosmetics conglomerate L'Oréal has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Innovist (Onesto Labs). This strategic transaction, marking L'Oréal's first major Indian brand acquisition in nearly 13 years, positions the global giant to directly capture India's explosive, science-led digital beauty boom. The deal officially cleared its largest regulatory hurdle in September 2026, when the Competition Commission of India (CCI) granted approval for L'Oréal India to absorb the brand house. Under the new operational structure, Innovist's core founding team will continue to spearhead day-to-day operations, leveraging L'Oréal’s unparalleled global supply chain and R&D architecture.
21 October 2026
Harlem Shake Signs 75-Unit Master Franchise Agreement for India Expansion
New York-inspired burger and shake brand Harlem Shake has announced its planned entry into India through a master franchise agreement with Franchise India, with advisory support from FranGlobal. The partnership targets the development of 75 outlets across multiple Indian markets, with regional master franchise and area-development opportunities for prospective franchise partners.
21 October 2026
Caprinos Pizza ramps up global expansion; to open 30 new restaurants in Saudi Arabia.
Caprinos Pizza, a renowned Halal pizza brand, is expanding its operations into Saudi Arabia. The company has entered into an agreement with a local business group to establish 30 new outlets in the Riyadh province over the next five years. This marks Caprinos' first step into the Middle East, as part of its goal to reach 200 branches globally by 2030.
20 October 2026
Stardust Solar Launches Manitoba Franchise in Partnership with Established Electrical Contractor
North American renewable energy pioneer Stardust Solar has officially entered the Manitoba market. By partnering with established electrical contractor Southside Electric, the new franchise (Stardust Solar Manitoba) will deliver residential, commercial, and agricultural solar solutions across the province, capitalized by strong clean energy tax incentives.
20 October 2026
PBV Group Acquires Bunify: Halal Burger Brand to Expand Footprint with Franchise and Dark Kitchen Models
PBV Group, a prominent UK-based multi-brand quick-service restaurant (QSR) operator, has officially acquired a controlling stake in Bunify, a popular halal burger and comfort food brand. This strategic move aims to accelerate Bunify’s growth through a mix of franchise expansion and delivery-led operations. By the end of 2026, the group plans to strengthen its portfolio by launching new franchised locations, a company-owned flagship outlet, and 10 strategic dark kitchens across the UK .
19 October 2026
Picard Enters 150+ Sainsbury’s Stores as French Frozen Food Brand Expands in the UK
French frozen-food specialist Picard is expanding its UK market presence through a new retail partnership with Sainsbury’s. From 26 October 2026, five bakery and pastry products will be available in more than 150 stores, marking another step in the brand’s international expansion strategy.
18 October 2026
Sterling Holiday Resorts Opens Vanyatara Tadoba, Expanding Its Wildlife Tourism Portfolio
Sterling Holiday Resorts has opened Sterling Vanyatara Tadoba in Maharashtra’s Chimur region. The 18-key wilderness retreat strengthens the company’s presence in wildlife tourism and creates an opportunity to connect Tadoba with its existing resorts in Pench and Tipeshwar.
18 October 2026
KISNA Opens India’s Largest Jewellery Showroom in Bhubaneswar With ₹24 Crore Investment
KISNA Diamond and Gold Jewellery has opened its largest showroom in India in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with an investment of approximately ₹24 crore. Spread across 4,056 sq. ft. over two levels, the new outlet strengthens the brand’s eastern India presence as it targets 200 exclusive showrooms nationwide by the end of 2026 through its FOFO franchise expansion model.
18 October 2026
Sweet Paris, a Texas-based crêperie and café chain, is entering India through a franchise partnership with FranGlobal.
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café, the Houston, Texas-based fast-casual restaurant chain, has officially announced its entry into the Indian market. Partnering with global franchise development leader FranGlobal, the brand aims to bring its unique French-inspired menu and chic dining experience to India's rapidly growing premium cafe culture.
18 October 2026
REGYMEN Fitness Advances Global Growth With Nine-Location New Zealand Expansion
REGYMEN Fitness is bringing its high-energy, science-backed workout model to New Zealand through a strategic nine-location expansion plan. Spearheaded by experienced local fitness leaders Paul Bowman and Ash Williams, the expansion aims to capture the growing demand for premium boutique fitness experiences in the region. The first location will open in Silverdale, Auckland, by late 2026, paving the way for eight subsequent studios across the country.
18 October 2026
California-Based Sourdough & Co. Enters India in Partnership with FranGlobal, Signalling New Opportunities in Premium Food Franchising
Writing California-based fast-casual dining chain Sourdough & Co. enters India in partnership with FranGlobal, exploring franchise-led expansion opportunities in the country’s growing foodservice market.
17 October 2026
Marie Blachère Targets the UK and Seeks Franchise Partners
French bakery chain Marie Blachère, which operates more than 850 bakeries worldwide, is targeting the UK market through its international franchise expansion strategy. The brand is seeking UK franchise partners to introduce its fresh bread, pastries and on-site bakery concept to British consumers, creating a potential opportunity for bakery franchise investors and food retail operators.
16 October 2026
Ambros World Foods Launches The Dravidian QSR in Mumbai, Plans India and Overseas Expansion
Ambros World Foods has launched The Dravidian, a South Indian quick service restaurant brand, on Hill Road in Bandra, Mumbai. The company plans to take the concept to Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Pune and Nagpur, with international markets also in its plans.
15 October 2026
Three O’Clock Opens 10th India Outlet in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
Vietnam-based tea and coffee chain Three O’Clock has opened its 10th outlet in India, in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh. The brand is growing in India through a master franchise partnership with Franchise India (FranGlobal).
15 October 2026
Areas USA Opens First of Five Zaxbys on Florida’s Turnpike in Largest Non-Traditional Deal
Travel hospitality company Areas USA has signed a deal with Zaxbys to develop five restaurants at Florida Turnpike service plazas, opening the first at Turkey Lake Service Plaza in Orlando. It is Zaxbys’ largest non-traditional development agreement to date.
14 October 2026
Eggs Up Grill Signs 11 New Restaurant Commitments, Including First Entry into Kansas
Daytime restaurant brand Eggs Up Grill has signed agreements with four franchise groups for 11 new restaurants, including its first in Kansas. The brand runs more than 110 locations with over 90 more in development.
14 October 2026
Krispy Kreme Signs 33-Unit Development Deal for New York Metro
Krispy Kreme has signed a franchise development agreement with Original Entrepreneurs to open 33 locations across the New York metro area over the next five years. The franchisee already runs 12 shops.
14 October 2026
Hawaiian Bros Signs 52-Unit Development Deal to Enter Florida
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill has signed a 52-unit development agreement with Southern Rock Restaurants. The deal marks the brand's entry into Florida, covering Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tampa and Orlando over six years. Southern Rock already runs nearly 200 McAlister's Deli and Dave's Hot Chicken restaurants.
13 October 2026
Jaipur Kurti Opens Four Stores in a Day Under Project 50 Expansion
Nandani Creation Limited, the company behind women's ethnic wear brand Jaipur Kurti, opened four stores in a single day. The new stores are at DT Mega Mall Gurgaon, Jammu, Pacific Mall Jaipur and Rajouri Garden Delhi. They are part of Project 50, which aims to grow the network from 18 to 50 stores by 31 March 2027.
12 October 2026
Natural Diamond Brand ZOORI Targets 25 Stores in a Year Through FOCO Franchise Model
Hyderabad-based jewellery brand ZOORI plans to open 25 stores across India over the next year. The brand is backed by more than two decades of jewellery manufacturing experience. It will expand using a franchise-owned, company-operated (FOCO) model.
12 October 2026
mr. blue Opens 12 New Laundry Stores as Franchise Operations Reach 50% of Business
Franchise-led laundry and dry-cleaning brand mr. blue is opening 12 new stores across Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Three stores are already running in Ayodhya, Gorakhpur and Pune, with nine more due over the coming weeks. Franchise-led operations now contribute about 50% of the company's business.
12 October 2026
Papa Murphy’s and Pinkberry Combine Pizza and Frozen Yogurt in Three New Franchise Deals
US pizza chain Papa Murphy’s has signed three franchise agreements to launch co-branded locations with premium frozen yogurt brand Pinkberry. The planned developments span Oregon, New Mexico and Utah, combining take-and-bake pizza and frozen desserts under one roof. The strategy aims to create additional revenue opportunities for franchisees through shared premises, cross-trained employees and complementary customer occasions.
10 October 2026
Kyochon Chicken to Re-Enter Japan Under Multi-Unit Franchise Deal with Arai Shoji
South Korean fried chicken brand Kyochon Chicken is returning to Japan through a strategic memorandum of understanding with food distributor Arai Shoji, targeting a first Tokyo store in the first half of 2027 under a multi-unit franchise structure.
9 October 2026
Freddy’s Signs First Southeast Asia Development Agreement with Five-Unit Deal in the Philippines
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has signed a five-unit development agreement with OMG Holdings OPC to enter the Philippines — the fast-casual brand’s first development agreement in Southeast Asia, with the first restaurant expected in 2027.
9 October 2026
House of Candy Opens New Outlet at JW Marriott Pune
Confectionery retailer House of Candy has opened a new outlet at JW Marriott Pune, extending a network that has grown to over 300 outlets across more than 60 Indian cities since its 2014 debut as a single kiosk in New Delhi.
8 October 2026
Mandira by Manepally Outlines South India Franchise Expansion with FOFO and FOCO Models
Mandira by Manepally, the gold-plated silver jewellery brand backed by six-generation Manepally Jewellers, has outlined a South India expansion through structured FOFO and FOCO franchise models, with an entry investment of about ₹3.18 crore.
8 October 2026
CJ Foods’ Bibigo Bapsang Enters India with GTGO; Three Bengaluru Outlets to Lead Rollout
Korean food major CJ Foods is bringing its quick-service concept Bibigo Bapsang to India through an exclusive partnership with GTGO, the platform behind GOPIZZA, Gochujang and Dalkomi. The launch begins with three outlets in Bengaluru, with CJ Foods investing in the stores and GTGO operating and scaling the brand nationally.
8 October 2026
Dunkin’ India Franchise Transition Remains a Major Story as Jubilant FoodWorks Prepares Exit
Dunkin’ India is not necessarily leaving the market—it is potentially entering a new phase, with Jubilant FoodWorks preparing to exit and a new franchise partnership potentially emerging after December 2026.
8 October 2026
Neopolitan Pizza Enters US Market with Decatur Outlet Through Master Franchise Partner
Gujarat-based Neopolitan Pizza and Foods Ltd has opened its first US outlet in Decatur, Georgia, through a master franchise agreement with Krishna Enterprise USA Inc. The company also announced two new domestic outlets in Vadodara and Somnath.
7 October 2026
Shake Shack to Enter Brazil Through Master Franchise with Bold Hospitality, Plans 40 Restaurants
Shake Shack has signed a master franchise agreement with Bold Hospitality to enter Brazil, with exclusive rights to open 40 restaurants over ten years. The first restaurant is planned for São Paulo in 2027.
7 October 2026
Harry Ramsden’s Signs Franchise India Agreement for at Least 60 Indian Restaurants
Harry Ramsden’s has signed a master franchise agreement with Franchise India Ventures. The partnership plans at least 60 restaurants across India over ten years, with the first expected in early 2027.
6 October 2026
Lemon Tree Sharpens Franchise Strategy as Fleur Plans $1 Billion Hotel Expansion
Lemon Tree is preparing to separate hotel ownership from management and franchising. Fleur Hotels plans to deploy about $1 billion over four to five years, according to Mint’s October 4 report.
4 October 2026
Titan, Reliance Retail & MakeMyTrip Reveal: What Top Brands Actually Want in a Franchise Partner in 2026
As retail brands expand into Tier 2 and Tier 3 India, the franchise partner is now central to growth. At Bharat Startup Summit 2026, Titan, Reliance Retail and MakeMyTrip share how they choose franchise partners and why local credibility beats just capital.
3 October 2026
🍟 Beyond the Freezer: McCain Foods India Opens Its First-Ever Signature Café in Noida!
Move over frozen aisle, McCain is serving up hot, fresh restaurant-style street food! Discover everything about McCain Foods India's newly launched Signature Café in Noida, featuring loaded fries, gourmet veggie burgers, and indulgent sundaes.
3 October 2026
Coffee Island India Targets 70–75 Cafés by March 2029
Greek specialty coffee chain Coffee Island India plans to open 70–75 cafés by March 2029, starting with 20 by March 2027. The business says it is already EBITDA-positive at store level.
2 October 2026
Honeyman Signs Nepal Country Franchise with MV Dugar Group
Indian brand Honeyman has signed a country franchise agreement with MV Dugar Group to expand into Nepal. Under the agreement, MV Dugar Group will develop and operate Honeyman outlets across Nepal, marking the brand's first international franchise expansion. The deal reflects the growing cross-border franchise momentum between Indian brands and South Asian markets.
1 October 2026
Jubilant FoodWorks Q2 Revenue Rises 11.9% as Group Store Count Reaches 3,820
Jubilant FoodWorks reported an 11.9% year-on-year rise in consolidated revenue to ₹2,608.7 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, adding a net 108 stores to take its group network to 3,820, with Domino’s India crossing 2,600 stores.
30 September 2026
Snowberry Crosses 70 Outlets in India, Targets Tier I and II Cities Through Franchise Partners
Artisanal dessert brand Snowberry, founded in 2023, has grown to more than 70 outlets across India. It plans further franchise-led growth in Tier I, Tier II and emerging markets, with international expansion as a long-term goal.
30 September 2026
Subway India Operator EverBrands Files DRHP for ₹600 Crore IPO
EverBrands India, the master franchisee of Subway in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus with SEBI to raise up to ₹600 crore through a fresh issue of shares. The company plans to deploy ₹326.85 crore of the proceeds to open new company-owned, company-operated Subway outlets, while ₹125 crore will go towards repaying debt of its subsidiary Culinary Brands India. As of March 2026, EverBrands operated 1,008 Subway stores in India, with its company-operated network more than doubling from 311 stores in FY24 to 678 in FY26.
29 September 2026
Wow! Momo Foods Secures Growth Capital to Scale Quick Service Network to 1,000 Outlets
Wow! Momo Foods has closed a growth-capital round to accelerate its quick service restaurant expansion, with a stated target of crossing 1,000 outlets across India. The Kolkata-headquartered company operates the Wow! Momo, Wow! China and Langar Express brands. The fresh capital will fund new store openings in tier-two and tier-three cities, supply-chain infrastructure and digital ordering capabilities. A significant share of new units will be added through the company's franchise programme. The company currently runs more than 600 outlets across 20-plus cities and has been among the most active Indian QSR players in the momo and Asian cuisine segment.
29 September 2026
Specialty Cafe Chain Kaapi Solutions Expands Franchise Network Across Bengaluru and Pune
Kaapi Solutions, the Bengaluru-based specialty cafe chain, has announced the addition of eight new franchise-run outlets across Bengaluru and Pune. The expansion takes the brand's footprint to 46 stores across Karnataka and Maharashtra. The company said the new locations will follow its compact-format cafe model, requiring between 350 and 500 sq ft of retail space. Six of the eight outlets are expected to be operational by the end of the calendar year. Kaapi Solutions has been scaling through a franchise-led model since 2024, with unit partners receiving supply-chain, barista training and menu-engineering support from the parent company.
29 September 2026
Barrio Burrito Bar Signs Nevada Master Franchise Agreement for 32 Restaurants
Barrio Burrito Bar has awarded Nevada master franchise rights to Yamini Patel, with a 32-restaurant development commitment over twenty years. Its September 28 announcement also detailed openings in four US states.
28 September 2026
Jollibee Group Sells 11% Stake in Highlands Coffee; Vietnamese Founder to Take Control
Jollibee Foods Corporation has signed an agreement to sell an 11% interest in Vietnam's Highlands Coffee to Viet Thai International for approximately USD 88 million. The transaction values the Vietnamese coffee platform at USD 800 million on a 100% equity basis, with Viet Thai International moving to a controlling 51% stake.
28 September 2026
BlueStone Opens New Store at Grandthum, Elevating Greater Noida West’s Retail Scene
BlueStone, one of India's leading contemporary fine jewellery brands, has launched a new retail outlet at Grandthum in Greater Noida West (Noida Extension). To celebrate the grand opening, the store is offering exclusive launch discounts, including up to 25% off on making charges for plain gold and gemstone jewellery, along with flat discounts on diamond collections. The new outlet showcases over 8,000 unique, 100% certified designs curated into clear budget tiers: lightweight everyday wear starting under ₹10,000, mid-tier contemporary gifting items from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000, and premium festive or statement diamond pieces priced at ₹50,000 and above. From a franchise consultant's perspective, this expansion represents a highly viable, high-growth investment due to Grandthum's strategic location, a high-disposable-income local demographic, and BlueStone's strong omnichannel brand trust.
27 September 2026
Khan Chacha Opens New Outlet in Chandigarh
Delhi-based food brand Khan Chacha has expanded its North India footprint with a new outlet in Sector 8B, Chandigarh, strengthening its presence in the Tricity region. The takeaway-focused format includes outdoor seating and delivery integration through Zomato and Swiggy.
26 September 2026
LUSH Returns to Bengaluru with New Experiential Store at Nexus Mall, Koramangala
British cosmetics giant LUSH has returned to Bengaluru after 10+ years with a new experiential store at Nexus Koramangala Mall. This is LUSH's 5th store in India (Delhi, Chandigarh, Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru) via master licensee Bilberry Brands India. The launch strengthens its omnichannel presence across Lush.in, Myntra Beauty & Tata CLiQ Luxury, with a goal to make India a Top 10 global market in 3-5 years.
26 September 2026
Anera Silver by Kushals' Enters Silver Jewellery Market; Launches First Store in Bengaluru, Outlines Pan-India Expansion
Promoters of India’s leading fashion jewellery brand, Kushal's, have launched their premium standalone silver jewellery brand, 'Anera Silver by Kushals'. The first flagship store was inaugurated in HSR Layout, Bengaluru, on September 26. Spearheaded by Kalpesh Gulechha, the brand plans to open six large-format stores across South India within eight weeks and aims to expand to 100–150 stores nationwide over the next five years, targeting a first-year revenue of ₹25 crore.
26 September 2026
EV Startup Bijliride Expands Franchise Network, Targets 50 Partners Across India to Power Last-Mile Logistics
Bijliride is expanding its franchise network with a target of 50 partners across India.
25 September 2026
Friendly Fire Accelerates Global Expansion with Three New Locations in Croatia, Austria and Cyprus
Friendly Fire is accelerating its international expansion with three new locations across Croatia, Austria and Cyprus.
25 September 2026
Starbucks Opens New Outlet in Mall of India, Taking Its Physical Retail Presence to 528 Outlets
Starbucks has opened a new store at Mall of India, taking its India retail network to 528 outlets.
25 September 2026
Radisson Hotel Group Expands Gujarat Footprint with Nile Hospitality, Adding Two New Properties in Sasan Gir and Rajkot
Radisson Hotel Group is expanding in Gujarat with Nile Hospitality through two new properties in Sasan Gir and Rajkot.
25 September 2026
Reach 3Roads Adds SQR and Café By Soul in Gurugram
Reach 3Roads in Gurugram has added SQR and Café By Soul to its brand line-up.
25 September 2026
YOGURT FACTORY MAKES GRAND ENTRY INTO HYDERABAD WITH NEW OUTLET AT LAKESHORE MALL
French frozen yogurt brand Yogurt Factory has opened a new outlet in Hyderabad.
25 September 2026
Specialty Coffee Brand Oro Opens Flagship Café in Gurugram
Specialty coffee brand Oro has opened its flagship café in Gurugram.
25 September 2026
Berlin Brew Expands Mumbai Presence with New Outlet at Kamala Mills
Berlin Brew has opened a new outlet at Kamala Mills, Lower Parel, strengthening its footprint in Mumbai.
25 September 2026
Wagamama Opens First Delhi NCR Restaurant with K Hospitality
UK-born Pan-Asian restaurant brand Wagamama has opened its first Delhi NCR restaurant at DLF CyberHub, Gurugram, in partnership with K Hospitality, marking the next phase of its India expansion.
24 September 2026
Southeast Asian Buyers Circle Korean Franchises as Mom's Touch and Norang Tongdak Sales Loom
Major Southeast Asian companies are pursuing control of South Korean food franchises, with Mom's Touch and Norang Tongdak hiring global investment banks to manage their sales.
24 September 2026
Burger Singh Targets 180 New Outlets in Karnataka in Largest City-Focused Push Yet
Homegrown QSR chain Burger Singh plans 180 new outlets across Karnataka, scaling Bengaluru from 8 to 80 stores and inviting franchise partners across the state.
23 September 2026
Subway Signs Master Franchise Deal for 300 Restaurants Across Five European Markets
Subway has signed a master franchise agreement with Emerging Bites Holdings to open 300 restaurants across Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia and the Czech Republic over the next ten years.
23 September 2026
BHC Chicken Secures Vietnam Rollout Through Hao Open Foods Master Franchise Deal
Hao Open Foods Vietnam has signed a ten-year master franchise agreement for BHC Chicken. The programme commits to at least 50 restaurants, with potential to reach 120, across major Vietnamese cities.
23 September 2026
Hair Masters Expands Salon Franchise Network with Two Formats After Crossing 100 Salons
Hair Masters, which began with one New Delhi outlet in 2014, now operates more than 100 salons across over 20 states. The brand is expanding through a full-size Salon format and a compact Studio format.
23 September 2026
JD Sports Enters Mexico Through Long-Term Franchise Partnership with Grupo Axo
JD Sports Fashion announces a long-term franchise partnership with Mexico's Grupo Axo, which will operate over 140 JD stores and e-commerce from 2027.
21 September 2026
STRONG Pilates Signs Master Franchise for Saudi Arabia; Healthpreneurs to Deliver 21 Studios in the Middle East
Melbourne-based fitness franchise STRONG Pilates has signed a master franchise agreement with Saudi operator Healthpreneurs, committing to 21 locations over a 10-year term starting with three studios in Jeddah and Riyadh from 2026.
21 September 2026
TGI Fridays Enters the Balkans with 10-Unit Devolli Group Franchise Deal
TGI Fridays signs a franchise development agreement with Devolli Group for 10 restaurants across Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia — its first Balkans entry.
21 September 2026
Bonchon Acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity in Global Ownership Split
Korean fried chicken brand Bonchon has been acquired by Minor Food and Serruya Private Equity, with Minor Food taking the brand globally outside the Americas and Serruya owning it across the Americas.
21 September 2026
FreshTerra Opens Second Gurugram Store at Elan Epic, Targets 12–15 Stores by FY28
Fresh and gourmet food retail brand FreshTerra, owned by Elixiir Foods, opens its second Gurugram store just two months after its flagship launch.
21 September 2026
Benne Raises ₹35 Crore in Pre-Series A Round Led by Claypond Capital; Opens CyberHub Gurugram Outlet
Bengaluru-style dosa QSR brand Benne has raised ₹35 crore in a pre-Series A round led by Claypond Capital and expanded to Gurugram's CyberHub — its fifth outlet and second in the NCR.
20 September 2026
K-Bites Debuts in Mumbai: Korean Street-Food QSR Brand Opens First Outlet in Bandra
Ambros World Foods' Korean street-food QSR brand K-Bites has launched its first Mumbai outlet on Hill Road, Bandra, entering the city's competitive QSR market with a made-to-order, takeaway-led model. Priced at Rs 450-500 per person, the menu features Miso Ramen, Bibimbap, Bao and more. The Bandra launch is the first step in a pan-India expansion with upcoming outlets in Chembur, Bengaluru and Visakhapatnam.
20 September 2026
Popeyes Opens 12th Chennai Restaurant; Jubilant FoodWorks Launches First Green Popeyes Store in India at Navalur
Jubilant FoodWorks has launched Popeyes' first green store in India at Navalur, Chennai, taking the Louisiana fried chicken chain to 12 restaurants in the city along the OMR IT corridor.
20 September 2026
AGARO Lifestyle Opens 37th Store in Vadodara Gujarat; D2C Appliance Brand Eyes Offline Franchise Growth
AGARO, India’s rapidly growing premium home and kitchen appliances brand, has hit a major retail milestone by launching its 37th Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO) nationwide at Eva The Mall, Vadodara, Gujarat. Originating as a dominant, bootstrapped D2C digital player, AGARO is aggressively scaling its physical presence via highly lucrative franchise and distribution networks to provide consumers with an immersive, hands-on experiential retail environment.
20 September 2026
House of Candy Opens New Outlet in Bhubaneswar
House of Candy has opened a new outlet in Bhubaneswar, extending its presence in eastern India.
18 September 2026
QSR Brands Double Down on Tier-2 and Tier-3 India as Franchise Demand Surges
Quick-service restaurant chains are shifting their expansion maps toward Indore, Coimbatore, Lucknow and other emerging cities, where lower rentals and rising disposable incomes are rewriting franchise unit economics.
18 September 2026
Decathlon India Reports 20X Growth in B2B Vertical Over Five Years, Expands to 20,000+ Entities
Driven by demand from corporates, SMEs and startups for sports and wellness solutions, French sports retailer Decathlon India's B2B vertical has scaled 20-fold in five years to serve over 20,000 entities across the country, with its wholesale arm now contributing 10% of its India revenue and over 40% of B2B demand coming from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
18 September 2026
India Overtakes America: How a US-Born Business Giant Found Its Biggest Market Thousands of Miles From Home
In a historic franchise shift, BNI India has officially surpassed the United States as the largest market in the global networking giant's ecosystem. Driven by a massive community of over 75,300 entrepreneurs across 1,559 chapters, the network has generated ₹58,529 crores ($7B+ USD) in economic value, cementing India's role as the primary engine for global grassroots business referrals.
18 September 2026
GRT Jewellers to Acquire 74.12% Controlling Stake in TBZ for Rs 1,034 Crore
GRT Jewellers India to acquire 74.12% controlling stake in listed jewellery retailer Tribhovandas Bhimji Zaveri for Rs 1,034 crore, with an open offer for an additional 26% stake under SEBI rules.
17 September 2026
Juniper Hotels to Acquire Novotel Imagicaa for ₹248 Crore in Strategic Asset Deal
In a ₹248 crore asset deal, listed luxury hotel owner Juniper Hotels will acquire the 287-key Novotel Imagicaa from Imagicaaworld Entertainment. The ready-to-operate property in Khopoli adds immediate cash flow to Juniper's portfolio of 1,895 keys, with closure expected by March 2027.
17 September 2026
Education Franchises Pivot to Hybrid Models as Enrolments Climb Across India
Coaching, skilling and early-education franchise networks are blending classroom centres with digital delivery, unlocking smaller-town expansion and improving centre-level profitability.
17 September 2026
L Catterton Invests in Nandhana Foods to Drive South Indian Restaurant Expansion
Investment firm L Catterton has signed a definitive agreement to invest in South Indian restaurant group Nandhana Foods, backing its next phase of growth across India.
17 September 2026
Global Franchise Brands Line Up India Entries as Consumer Spending Strengthens
International food, retail and hospitality franchisors are accelerating India entry plans through master franchise and area-development deals, targeting the country's fast-growing consumer market.
16 September 2026
AI and Automation Move to the Core of Franchise Operations Worldwide
From AI-driven demand forecasting to automated back-office workflows, franchise systems worldwide are investing in technology that lifts unit-level margins and standardises the customer experience.
15 September 2026
Benne Expands NCR Footprint with New CyberHub Outlet in Gurugram
Bengaluru-style dosa QSR brand Benne has opened a new outlet at CyberHub, Gurugram, days after closing a ₹35 crore pre-Series A round led by Claypond Capital.
15 September 2026
HFN Launches Farmer Store Franchise Programme to Take Farm Products Closer to Consumers
HFN has launched a Farmer Store franchise programme designed to bring farm products closer to consumers.
14 September 2026
Sides Signs Master Franchise Deal for 51 Middle East Restaurants
UK chicken brand Sides signs a master franchise agreement with Element F&B (Al Kharafi Group) covering 51 restaurants across six Middle East markets.
11 September 2026
Popo Global Raises ₹532 Crore From Artal Asia, Eyes National Expansion of The Pizza Bakery
Bengaluru-based Popo Global, parent of The Pizza Bakery, Paris Panini and Smash Guys, has secured ₹532 crore from Artal Asia in its first external funding round to fuel expansion across India.
11 September 2026
Italy's Segafredo Caffè Enters India via Master Franchise with Franchise India Brands, Targets 100 Stores in Three Years
Segafredo Caffè, the Italian coffee chain from the Massimo Zanetti Beverage Group, is set to enter India through a master franchise partnership with Franchise India Brands Limited, advised by FranGlobal. The brand plans to open 100 stores across India over the next three years.
3 September 2026
Pizza Hut CEO Aaron Powell Steps Down as $1.5 Billion LongRange Capital Sale Nears Close
Pizza Hut global CEO Aaron Powell has announced his departure as the chain's $1.5 billion transfer to LongRange Capital approaches completion, part of Yum! Brands' $2.7 billion divestiture.
2 September 2026
Choice Hotels Names Insider Dominic Dragisich as President and CEO
Choice Hotels International has appointed Dominic Dragisich as President and CEO, elevating the nearly decade-long company veteran after he served as Interim CEO since May 2026.
31 August 2026
Fabletics Enters India With Reliance Brands; First Store At DLF Promenade, Delhi
US-based athleisure label Fabletics has announced its entry into India through an exclusive long-term partnership with Reliance Brands Limited. The brand will debut with a dedicated India website and its first mono-brand store at DLF Promenade, Vasant Kunj, followed by a second store in Mumbai, strengthening RBL's activewear portfolio.
28 August 2026
Lotte GRS Re-Enters Indonesia with Angel-in-Us Coffee Through Bogajaya Group Master Franchise
South Korea's Lotte GRS will bring Angel-in-Us Coffee back to Indonesia through a master franchise agreement with Surabaya-based Bogajaya Group. Bogajaya plans 10 outlets over five years, with the first opening before the end of 2026.
25 August 2026
Jollibee Opens First US Franchised Restaurant, Launching 24-Unit Development Deal
Jollibee has opened its first franchised US restaurant in Roseville, California. The opening launches a 24-unit development agreement covering California, Nevada and Texas. The move shifts the brand's US growth from company-owned stores to franchising.
17 August 2026
Vietnam's HappiTea Signs 35 Franchise Outlets, Targets 150 Stores Across India in 2026
Vietnamese bubble tea brand HappiTea has signed over 35 franchise outlets across eight Indian states and is targeting 150+ stores in 2026 through its master franchise partnership with FranGlobal.
4 June 2026
Orchestra PE Acquires Korea's Mammoth Coffee in $66 Million Deal, Names Ex-KFC Korea Executive as CEO
South Korean private equity firm Orchestra PE has acquired 100% of low-cost coffee franchise Mammoth Coffee and Seojin Roasters for approximately $66.3 million, appointing former KFC Korea executive Lee Chang-hoon as CEO.
29 May 2026
UNO Pizzeria & Grill Signs Master Franchise Agreement for India with FranGlobal Group
UNO Restaurants, LLC, the US owner of UNO Pizzeria & Grill, has signed a Master Franchise Agreement covering all of India with FranGlobal Group. The company identifies India as a key growth market in its international expansion.
14 May 2026
Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken Enters India Through Master Franchise Partnership with FranGlobal
US brand Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken is entering the Indian market through a master franchise partnership with FranGlobal. The brand is seeking entrepreneurs, investors and development partners to grow across India.
13 May 2026
New York's Harlem Shake Prepares India Entry with FranGlobal, Rolls Out Master Franchise Territories
Harlem Shake, the community-focused fast casual brand from Harlem, New York, is entering India through Franchise India with advisory by FranGlobal, offering regional master-franchise and area-development opportunities.
12 May 2026
New York's S'MAC Enters India in Partnership with FranGlobal
S'MAC, the New York mac & cheese brand with more than 20 years in the city, is entering India in partnership with FranGlobal. Founder and CEO Sarita Ekya presented the franchise opportunity at the Franchise India Expo in New Delhi.
7 May 2026
Canada's Rob's Original Fried Chicken Partners with FranGlobal for India Expansion
Canadian QSR brand Rob's Original Fried Chicken has announced a franchise partnership with FranGlobal for the Indian market. Founder Robert Caruso announced the move ahead of the 22nd Franchise India Show in New Delhi.
6 May 2026