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Private equity firms backed brands across restaurants, fitness, home services and more in 2026. Here's a look at 15 of the year's most significant franchise transactions.
Strong unit-level performance and a focus on customer value can help franchise systems continue growing even when the economy slows.
The 3G Capital executives behind Burger King and RBI explain how a long-term approach to acquisitions shaped their philosophy on franchise growth.
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From franchise brokers and lead generation platforms to marketing agencies and development firms, private equity investors are increasingly backing the businesses that help franchise systems grow.
With proper technology integration, franchises can turn data mined at the unit level into a real tool for visibility at the top and system-wide business optimization.
What franchisees experience in the months following an acquisition often has as much impact on integration as the deal itself.
Funding a franchise starts long before the first loan application. From sustainable market demand to a powerful franchisor, these are the factors to consider and steps to take.
Item 19 can help investors understand a brand’s financial story, but the numbers need to be checked against closures, owner feedback and other FDD details.