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Inspire Brands Files Confidentially for IPO, Eyes Up to $2 Billion
08/06/2026Inspire Brands, the restaurant conglomerate behind Dunkin', Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic and Jimmy John's, filed confidentially with the SEC for an initial public offering in May 2026. With more than 33,300 locations worldwide and $33.4 billion in annual system…
FAT Brands Bankruptcy Sale Approved: Four Buyers Share a $1 Billion Portfolio
04/06/2026After defaulting on more than $1.3 billion in debt and entering Chapter 11 proceedings in January 2026, franchise company FAT Brands has cleared its final legal hurdle. A Texas bankruptcy court has approved the sale of its entire restaurant portfolio…
Pizza Hut Franchisee Sues for $100 Million, Blaming Mandatory AI for Delivery Collapse at 111 Locations
28/05/2026A major Pizza Hut franchisee is seeking $100 million in damages from the chain and its parent company Yum! Brands, alleging that a mandatory AI delivery system triggered "cascading operational breakdowns" across more than 110 locations in the Northeast. The…
The Second Season: Carlos Boozer on Entrepreneurship, Franchising, and Beyond
10/05/2026Before the boardrooms and business meetings, there was the basketball court. After 13 seasons in the NBA and two All-Star selections, Carlos Boozer retired in 2017 and entered a new arena: entrepreneurship. L’Express Franchise had the honor to speak with…
How to Start a Senior Care Business in the U.S.
29/04/2026The market and demand for senior care in the U.S. is vast; there are approximately 61.2 million adults aged 65 and older, and this number is projected to grow to 82 million by 2050. Alongside an older demographic, there is…
Can You Open a CAVA Franchise? Costs, Model, and What to Know
15/04/2026The Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant market has been hot in recent years, especially following the success of Southwestern chains like Chipotle and Moe’s Southwest Grill. As health and weight loss increasingly occupy the cultural conversation, consumers and investors alike love the…
Shaq Franchises: Inside Shaquille O’Neal’s Business Empire
13/04/2026Since the early 90s, Shaquille O’Neal has been known for athletic excellence, making a name for himself as one of the best basketball players in the world. What many don’t know, however, is that O’Neal is more than just a…
Veteran Franchise Opportunities in the U.S: The Best Options for Entrepreneurs
03/04/2026If you are a veteran interested in starting your own business, franchising can offer a proven way to earn income as an entrepreneur, while harnessing transferable military skills, enjoying built-in support networks, and accessing veteran-specific funding programs. Not to mention,…
Jellystone Park’s Cincinnati Return Highlights Franchise Growth
01/04/2026Rising travel costs—up 26.3% since 2019, according to the U.S. Travel Price Index—are prompting Americans to rethink vacation plans. With current gas prices and other expenses hitting family budgets, more travelers may stay closer to home this summer, creating opportunities…
How 7-Eleven Became the World’s Largest Convenience Retailer
01/04/2026For almost 100 years, 7-Eleven has been reimagining convenience. What began as a small stand on the dock of a Dallas icehouse is now a global brand with more stores than any other retailer worldwide — a testament to innovation…
