#franchise-collaborations

#franchise-collaborations

Sportfive's gaming department, which started with just three dedicated employees in 2016, has now expanded to a robust team of 80, highlighting the agency's commitment to the gaming sector.

7-Eleven's North American operator plans to close 645 stores in the 2026 fiscal year, outpacing the 205 locations it forecasts it will open during that same time.

Burger King UK has secured a £60 million financing package from lenders to support its expansion plans, which include opening over 30 new restaurants in 2026. The majority of these will be company-owned, while some will operate under franchise agreements.

U.S. same-store sales accelerated to +3.7% in Q4 2025, compared to just +0.4% in the prior-year quarter. That momentum sets up a favorable comparison heading into Q1 2026.

"Vending is NOT fully passive income. I'd call it semi-passive, like 70% passive. Social media makes it look like you fill machines once a month and money rains in."

Franchise Discovery Day has a reputation for being the moment when candidates decide whether to 'buy in.' In reality, the day is less about selling and more about revealing. It's a structured opportunity for both sides to determine whether they can operate together through growth, setbacks, and the daily demands of running a business.

Together, the multicultural segment totaled 46 million households in 2024, representing just over 33% of all households in the country—a 12% increase compared to 2017.

This is where it starts. You need a franchise that is profitable, that offers a product or service people can get excited about. Look at your franchise disclosure document and the revenue reported in item 19. This is important for people buying a franchise; for many, it's the first thing they look for. A critical part of sales is the sales process; everyone has one, but not everyone has one that makes sense or is used consistently.

To be part of our Hall of Fame, a company must rank for at least 25 years consecutively. In the Hall of Fame, brands are listed in descending order based on the number of years they have been ranked - starting at the top, with the three companies that have ranked every year that the Franchise 500 has existed.