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Franchise Council’s constitution up for change
The constitution change requires 75 per cent of FCA members to vote yes.
McDonald’s amends delivery promotional campaign found ‘misleading’
The 99c delivery fee was not the only added cost associated with delivery orders.
World Gym extends reach to Thailand
Taiwan, where World Gym Corporation is based, is the brand's largest market.
Planet Fitness sees revenue rise 7 per cent in second quarter
Planet Fitness opens 21 franchised gyms during the second quarter.
The domino effect: wage liability in the franchise sector
Class action against Domino's alleges deceptive conduct for alleged underpayment.
Gong Cha changes hands in US$635 million deal
Bain Capital has reportedly acquired the business from owner TA Associates.
Yum China bets big on expansion as KFC and Pizza Hut thrive
Yum China expects to surpass 20,000 stores by the end of 2026.
Strong Pilates targets Central Europe with Poland deal
Xtreme Brands operates the Xtreme Fitness Gyms chain, which has 181 sites.
Domino’s flags store closures and losses, prioritises franchisee profits
Same-store sales are down as a result of a focus on profitable, sustainable sales growth.
IGA franchisee faces court for alleged underpayments
A Nepalese visa holder was allegedly underpaid more than $90,000.