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Matthew Liedke

Matthew Liedke

Senior Writer at Franchise Times

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Top 400 Real Estate Brands Impacted by Tough Housing Market

Sales increased for real estate brands in Franchise Times’ Top 400, but by less than 1 percent. The category felt the effects of shifts in median sales prices for homes,
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Bright Spot for Dine Brands Amid Stock Price Struggles

The parent company of Applebee’s experienced a boost in its stock price over the last month, with encouraging signs in the second quarter.
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Franchisee Embraces Hospitality Passion to Build Zaxbys, Shipley Po...

With more than 40 years of hospitality experience at businesses across Louisiana, new Shipley Do-Nuts franchisee Steve Watkins brings a wealth of knowledge to the brand’s system.
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Applebee’s and Other Casual Dining Franchises Struggled Last Year, ...

Casual dining restaurant brands listed in Franchise Times’ Top 400, a ranking of the largest franchises, had a rough 2024. Of the four concepts in the subcategory, three experienced declines
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Mesh Brands Aims to Revive Legacy Concepts

Formed in 2025, Mesh Brands is the parent company of several concepts, mostly in the treat category with multiple frozen yogurt establishments. Its leadership formed the company after a decade
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Racing Simulator F1 Arcade Accelerates International Franchise Growth

F1 Arcade, an entertainment concept with Formula 1 racing simulators and TVs for watch parties, as well as food and drink services, is expanding in several countries. The latest move
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Racing Simulator F1 Arcade Accelerates International Franchise Growth

F1 Arcade, an entertainment concept with Formula 1 racing simulators and TVs for watch parties, as well as food and drink services, is expanding in several countries. The latest move
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Fitness Concept Aarmy Enlisting Franchisees to Spur Global Growth

After building an international following with its popular exercise program, fitness brand Aarmy is planning to create more physical locations for workouts. Part of the strategy for the New York
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Wireless Zone, Nothing Bundt Cakes See Top 400 Gains Amid Retail Ca...

The franchised retail category didn’t see much movement in sales overall from 2023 to 2024, but there were some bright spots. Verizon retailer Wireless Zone led the pack, while other
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Shoot 360 Digital Training Franchise Gamifies the Basketball Grind

Basketball has long been part of Craig Moody’s life as a high school and college coach.
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Franchise Times Top 400 Reveals the Biggest Brands in Franchising

Find out how the largest franchise brands are performing in this exclusive annual ranking. Access original research and reporting, plus insight from top company leaders.