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McDonald’s Is Talking About Refranchising Corporate Stores. Here’s Why.
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May 7, 20262 min read

McDonald’s Is Talking About Refranchising Corporate Stores. Here’s Why.

With company-operated performance lagging franchisees, the brand may shift toward owner-operators to help bolster the 641 company-owned locations in the United States.
Luca Piacentini

Luca Piacentini

1851 Franchise Managing Editor

Why Your Franchise Story Is Costing You Deals and How to Fix It
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May 7, 20265 min read

Why Your Franchise Story Is Costing You Deals and How to Fix It

A lot of franchise sales friction comes from unclear financials, vague support language and a sales process that does not answer the questions buyers actually have.
Victoria Campisi

Victoria Campisi

Staff Writer

What KPIs should franchisors track?
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May 7, 20264 min read

What KPIs Should Franchisors Track? A Guide With Practical Tips and Insights

KPIs are an essential way to measure performance, support franchisees and maintain consistency across the system. UWRG President Bob Moore shares insights on why they matter and what to monitor.
Jim Ryan

Jim Ryan

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Paris Baguette Canada

Paris Baguette Eyes Winnipeg as Strategic Anchor for Continued Canada Expansion
Paris Baguette Eyes Winnipeg as Strategic Anchor for Continued Canada Expansion

The Melt

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The Melt Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2026

Paris Baguette Canada

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Paris Baguette Sets Sights on Vancouver, BC to Continue Growth Across Canada

Layne's Chicken Fingers

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Layne’s Chicken Fingers Brings the Crunch to Little Rock with May 16th Grand Opening and Free Layne’s for a Year

Layne's Chicken Fingers

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Brings the Crunch to Downtown Houston with May 11th Grand Opening
Layne’s Chicken Fingers Brings the Crunch to Downtown Houston with May 11th Grand Opening and Free Layne’s for a Year

Pool Scouts

Pool Scouts Partners With Hope Floats to Raise $10,000
Pool Scouts Partners With Hope Floats to Raise $10,000 in 2026 as Both Brands Celebrate 10 Years in Business

FSC Franchise Co.

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Why Beef O Bradys Thrives by Operating Like a Neighborhood Bar, Not a Chain

Paris Baguette Canada

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Paris Baguette Pursues Growth in Ontario, Targeting Toronto and Ottawa as Key Markets

Busy Bee Jumpers

Why Spring Is the Best Time to Invest in a Busy Bee Jumpers Franchise
Why Spring Is the Best Time to Invest in a Busy Bee Jumpers Franchise

USA Ninja Challenge

USA Ninja Challenge Opens 3 New Locations in Q1
USA Ninja Challenge Opens 3 New Locations in Q1, With 2 New Signings Building More Momentum

One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning

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One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning Ranks Among Top Franchises on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® for 2026

TruBlue Home Service Ally

Why the Medical Community Embraces TruBlue Home Service Ally - And Why This Opportunity Is Exploding.
Why the Medical Community Embraces TruBlue Home Service Ally - And Why This Opportunity Is Exploding.

KidStrong Franchising, LLC

How KidStrong Wins Parents and Why That Makes It a Smart Bet for Franchise Owners
How KidStrong Wins Parents and Why That Makes It a Smart Bet for Franchise Owners

BIGGBY COFFEE

BIGGBY® COFFEE Teams Up with “The Sheep Detectives"
BIGGBY® COFFEE Teams Up with “The Sheep Detectives” for a Springtime Adventure Full of Fun (and Flavor)

Paris Baguette Canada

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Paris Baguette Looks to Quebec for Its Next Chapter of Canadian Growth

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McDonald’s Is Talking About Refranchising Corporate Stores. Here’s Why.

McDonald’s Is Talking About Refranchising Corporate Stores. Here’s Why.

With company-operated performance lagging franchisees, the brand may shift toward owner-operators to help bolster the 641 company-owned locations in the United States.
Why Your Franchise Story Is Costing You Deals and How to Fix It

Why Your Franchise Story Is Costing You Deals and How to Fix It

A lot of franchise sales friction comes from unclear financials, vague support language and a sales process that does not answer the questions buyers actually have.
What KPIs Should Franchisors Track? A Guide With Practical Tips and Insights

What KPIs Should Franchisors Track? A Guide With Practical Tips and Insights

KPIs are an essential way to measure performance, support franchisees and maintain consistency across the system. UWRG President Bob Moore shares insights on why they matter and what to monitor.
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