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Trian Steps Back From Wendy’s as CEO Bob Wright Leads Turnaround Amid Declining Traffic
31/08/2026Trian Fund Management has no current plans to pursue a Wendy's acquisition, per Reuters, pulling back from reports earlier this month that Nelson Peltz was assembling a buyout group. The retreat puts the turnaround of the Wendy’s franchise brand squarely…
Wingstop’s Chief Brand and People Officer Is Departing the Company
27/08/2026Wingstop, one of the fastest-growing chicken wing chains in the United States with more than 2,100 franchise restaurants across 45 states, disclosed on August 26, 2026 that its Senior Vice President and Chief Brand and People Officer, Donnie Upshaw, is…
Pizza Hut Drops “Pizza” From Its Name and Launches a Josh Allen Campaign Ahead of Ownership Transfer
26/08/2026Pizza Hut is temporarily operating under the name "Hut" through August 31, 2026, dropping the word "pizza" from its identity in a wordplay stunt tied to the NFL season. A national campaign featuring Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen rolled out…
Franchise C-Suite Roundup: A Wave of Leadership Changes Hits US Networks in Q3 2026
26/08/2026A wave of senior leadership appointments swept through the US franchise sector during the third quarter of 2026, spanning fitness, home care, casual dining, and restaurant development. A monthly executive hiring roundup published by Franchising.com on August 25 catalogued dozens…
Franchise for Sale: Find the Right Franchise Opportunity
25/08/2026The International Franchise Association projects 845,000 franchise establishments across the United States in 2026, employing 8.9 million people and producing $921.4 billion in output. That footprint sustains a steady market of franchises for sale, from brand-new territories offered by franchisors…
How to Start a Food Truck Business in the US in 2026: Costs, Steps, and What You Need to Know
31/07/2026The US food truck industry generated approximately $2.8 billion in revenue in 2025 and now counts more than 92,000 operating businesses nationwide, according to IBISWorld. With lower overhead than traditional restaurants and profit margins industry data places around 6.8%, the…
Two Major Franchisee Bankruptcies Signal Continued Stress in QSR
24/07/2026Two franchisee bankruptcies are drawing attention to the financial stress gripping QSR operators in mid-2026. Superior Star, a 59-unit Hardee's franchisee, filed for Chapter 11 protection on July 9 after a 2023 acquisition saddled it with hidden liabilities. Separately, Sailormen,…
How to Start a Cleaning Business in the US in 2026: Costs, Steps, and What You Need to Know
23/07/2026The U.S. cleaning services sector employs more than 3 million workers and generates over $100 billion in annual revenue, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Startup costs can be as low as a few thousand dollars for a…
American Franchise Act Clears Committee, Heads to Full House Vote
23/07/2026The joint-employer standard has changed four times in the past decade, leaving U.S. franchisors and franchisees navigating persistent legal uncertainty over shared employer liability. On July 22, 2026, the House Education and Workforce Committee voted 23 to 18 to advance…
How to Start a Home Care Business in the US in 2026: Costs, Steps, and What You Need to Know
21/07/2026The U.S. home care market reached an estimated $173.6 billion in 2026, according to IBISWorld, driven by an aging population and growing preference for at-home services over institutional care. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 22% employment growth for home…
