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Taiwanese milk tea chain Milksha opens first stand-alone store in Manila
The brand has been available in select Chowking restaurants.
A bright future for franchising in 2025
The FCA is introducing an industry awards night in June 2025.
Ultra Tune appeal dismissed, $1.5m fines upheld
Thus is the second unsuccessful appeal by Ultra Tune following a 2019 fine.
Asian coffee chains reveal expansion plans
The Vietnamese chain plans at least 100 stores in the region.
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 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 unveils franchise model
Cat cafes have been a growing trend in the US for the last decade.
Yum Brands sacks Turkish franchisor; 537 stores shuttered
Yum Brands requires franchisees to be capable, capitalised and committed.
New Franchising Code ready for 1 April
There are some changes to the draft version, including new sections.
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.