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Milksha store Philippines

Taiwanese milk tea chain Milksha opens first stand-alone store in Manila

The brand has been available in select Chowking restaurants.
future franchising 2025

A bright future for franchising in 2025

The FCA is introducing an industry awards night in June 2025.
Ultra Tune appeal dismissed

Ultra Tune appeal dismissed, $1.5m fines upheld

Thus is the second unsuccessful appeal by Ultra Tune following a 2019 fine.
Asian coffee chains expansion

Asian coffee chains reveal expansion plans

The Vietnamese chain plans at least 100 stores in the region.
small business predictions 2025

Five small-business predictions for 2025

It’s that time when we look to the year ahead and wonder what’s in store for 2025. No-one knows for sure what’s to come ...
BOQ-TN_1

BOQ sanctioned for charging deceased customers

The Bank of Queensland has been sanctioned for charging a total of $158,834 in fees and interest to the estates of decea...
US cat cafe franchise

US cat cafe unveils franchise model

Cat cafes have been a growing trend in the US for the last decade.
Yum sacks Turkish franchisor

Yum Brands sacks Turkish franchisor; 537 stores shuttered

Yum Brands requires franchisees to be capable, capitalised and committed.
Franchising Code April 2025

New Franchising Code ready for 1 April

There are some changes to the draft version, including new sections.
Craveable investor deal fails

Craveable Brands deal off as PE investor loses appetite for fast food giant

The parent company of the four-brand business is now looking for other buyers.