Franchising News

Franchising is ever-changing. Our experts cover and break down the latest franchising news, including laws and bills that impact franchisors and franchisees, recent mergers and acquisitions, plus today’s most important issues for franchising.

Best Fast-Food Loyalty Programs and Rewards Apps

Haley Cafarella August 3, 2025

Fast-Food Rewards Apps Boost Customer Loyalty, Drive Repeat Orders With the right loyalty app, every fast-food run becomes a chance

Levine Leichtman Purchases Shipley Do-Nuts

Mary Vinnedge July 29, 2025

Further Expansion Planned for 375-Unit Chain Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP) announced Monday that it has bought Shipley Do-Nuts from

Franchise News: Brix Deal, New Bill and QSR Innovation

Editorial Team July 29, 2025

Friendly’s Franchisee Acquires Brix Holdings, Congress Pushes Franchisee Protections, Pet Supplies Plus Aids Flood-Hit Shelter and Chains Revamp Beverage Menus

Wendy’s Debuts Wednesday Addams Meal of Misfortune

Mary Vinnedge July 28, 2025

Netflix and Wendy’s Team Up to Promote Wednesday Season 2 With Spooky Menu Two world-famous pigtailed characters, Wendy’s cheery, red-haired

Franchise Expo West Returns to L.A. This September

Editorial Team July 28, 2025

Event to Feature 100-Plus Exhibitors, Expert Speakers and Key Sessions on Franchise Growth MFV Expositions and Comexposium, which produce regional

National Watermelon Day 2025: Best Restaurant Menu Items

Haley Cafarella July 27, 2025

Food Franchises Celebrate the Summertime Staple with Menu Options Featuring Watermelon No barbecue is complete without it.No pool day is

6 Innovative Fast-Food Drive-Thrus

Haley Cafarella July 22, 2025

AI-Powered Voicebots, Drones and Fully Automated Locations Drive the Future of Fast-Food Franchising If you’ve visited a fast-food drive-thru recently,