Franchises
McDonald’s CEO Predicts These 3 Big Food Trends for 2026
Last year, McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski predicted protein, AI and sauces would dominate food trends — and he was spot on. Now he’s sharing his 2026 predictions. In a...
Domino’s Dominates Pizza Market With This Strategy
Domino’s is delivering big numbers in the pizza wars. While customers’ appetite for pizza has struggled lately, Domino’s U.S. sales grew 5.2%. The secret? CEO Russell Weiner focused relentlessly...
Protein Is Fast Food’s New Secret Weapon
Chains from Dunkin’ to Subway are kicking off 2026 with protein-heavy launches, pushing the nutrient from niche fitness trend to mainstream menu staple. The shift reflects growing demand for...
Americans Are Ditching Pizza for Mexican Food — Here’s Why
The pizza party is over. The greasy takeout staple that ruled American dinner tables for decades is getting beaten by burritos and tacos, and the industry is trying to...
They Turned Homemade Game Day Snacks Into a Fast-Growing Brand
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Wing It On started by addressing a simple gap in the market. Earning nine trophies at the National Buffalo...
Shaq Built a Franchise Empire Bigger Than NBA Earnings
Shaquille O’Neal makes more money now from selling chicken sandwiches than he ever did dominating the paint. The former 7’1″ center earned $30 million at his peak in the...
5 Reasons Young Entrepreneurs Are Flocking to Franchising
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways More young entrepreneurs are pursuing franchise ownership earlier in their careers compared to generations before them. This surge is...
Could This Niche Franchise Be the Next Big Thing?
You might not have heard of onigiri rice balls, but that will soon change if Onigilly Japanese Kitchen has anything to do with it. The San Francisco-based fast-casual concept...
AI Won’t Fix Your People Problems — Here’s What I’m Seeing Inside Franchises and Frontline Teams
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways As AI adoption accelerates, leaders are increasingly testing where technology fits—and where it may be overextended — in managing...
Why This Business Model Works Better Than Starting a Business From Scratch
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Micro-franchising lowers capital, risk and skill barriers, turning proven brands into accessible paths to ownership. Collaborative and micro-franchise models...