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64 Million U.S. Households Have a Pet. Here's How This Top-Ranked Franchise Is Making Busy Owners' Lives Easier.
With a focus on convenience and local connections, Pet Supplies Plus has become the top pet care franchise in the U.S.
How Did the Top Automotive Franchise on the 2025 Franchise 500 Get to Number 1? By Taking a Page From the Fast-Food Industry's Playbook.
Valvoline Instant Oil Change has redefined automotive maintenance with a drive-through model built for today's on-the-go consumers.
How the IFA Plans to Strengthen the $800 Billion Franchise Industry in 2025
Joint employer standards, tax policies and franchise transparency are among the IFA's top priorities this year.
Dunkin' Made a Big Change to Its In-Store Experience — Here's Why Gen Z Can't Get Enough
The coffee franchise is innovating to get people in and out with their beverages faster than ever.
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Buying a Franchise? Don't Be Intimidated — Follow This Guide to Sizing Up a Franchisor.
You should always ask to meet the franchisor before buying into a brand. When you get that meeting, here's what to ask.
Your Local Ace Hardware May Look Totally Different Soon — Here's What You Can Expect
The home improvement retail franchise is celebrating its 100th birthday with some big changes.
Jersey Mike's Switched Up Its Strategy for Serving Customers This Year — Then Blackstone Bought the Sandwich Chain for $8 Billion
The New Jersey sub franchise has dialed in on strategies to serve customers in stores and online, as proven by its recent acquisition.
Wendy's Has a New Restaurant Design That Lets Them Take 400 Times More Digital Orders
The burger franchise has a new leadership team, and they're ready to deliver way more burgers.
Taco Bell Is More Than 60 Years Old — Here's the Brand's Secret to Staying Relevant, According to Its CEO
The fast food franchise has its sights set on something bigger than the quick service restaurant category. That landed it the #1 spot on our Franchise 500 for the fifth time.
Kumon Is Killing It With Two New Initiatives That Meet Students Where They Are Today
Whether they're rolling out more interactive digital programs or catering to Spanish speakers, Kumon has a finger on the pulse of learning needs.
The Culver Family Opened Their First Restaurant in 1984 — Now Culver's Has 1,000 Locations. What's Its Secret?
The Wisconsin-based burger franchise endears itself to the communities it serves.
From Dog Grooming to Acai Bowls — What's Making These Brands Grow So Fast?
These five brands rocketed up the rankings of our Franchise 500 this year. Here's why.
8 Bold New Franchise Concepts You'll Want to Know About
Want to own a business that does something brand new? One of these new franchise brands might be a fit for you.
Why Is Popeyes Taking Over Airports and College Campuses? The Chicken Chain's VP Explains Its Strategy.
The fried chicken franchise is implementing a clever long-term strategy.
12 Businesses Share Their Biggest Marketing Wins, From a Social Media Scavenger Hunt to Lovable Mascot
You don't need a huge budget to get people's attention, or win over loyal customers. Sometimes you just need a little creativity.