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McDonald's US sales slide

McDonald’s sales slide in the US, but global strength minimises impact

Global comparable sales decreased 1 per cent year-on-year.
McDonald's Mood Engine HK

McDonald’s Hong Kong unveils Mood Engine concept

The store centrepiece is a curving installation that transforms the restaurant from dawn to dusk.
Hooters franchise restructure

Hooters files for bankruptcy, plans franchisee-led restructure

The US company has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement.
Miniso results

As Miniso conquers the world, revenue hits $2.34 billion

Miniso's gross margin has improved over the past eight quarters.
Duck Donuts NZ master

US brand Duck Donuts signs NZ master franchisee

The NZ master franchisee has Bakers Delight multi-unit experience.
Wendy's 500th restaurant

Wendy’s opens 500th AsiaPac, Middle East, Africa restaurant

Further growth for the burger chain which recently opened in Australia.
Milksha store Philippines

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

The brand has been available in select Chowking restaurants.
Asian coffee chains expansion

Asian coffee chains reveal expansion plans

The Vietnamese chain plans at least 100 stores in the region.
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.