These Are the Top 10 Franchises in Every Industry in 2026

Looking to buy one of the best franchises? This list makes your search easy.

McDonald’s New Extra Value Menu Is Beating Expectations — And Franchisees Are Seeing the Value

The fast-food giant maintained its market share and outperformed competitors in Q1, thanks to its laser focus on affordability.

Why Bread Zeppelin Is Hitting Pause on Franchising: ‘We Have a Lot to Prove’

The 10-unit chain is focusing on company-owned growth to attract sophisticated, well-capitalized franchisees down the road.

Subway Had to Close 729 More Stores — But Executives Say It’s About Finding ‘the Right Locations’

The sandwich giant has shuttered 8,345 restaurants since 2016, but international growth and operational improvements are on the rise.

Food Franchises Are Going After Starbucks With a $100 Billion Beverage Strategy — Here’s What They’re Selling

McDonald’s, KFC, Taco Bell, Wendy’s and Burger King are launching crafted drinks with boba and cold foam to cash in on the trend.

Domino’s Just Reported Weak Sales and Its Stock Dropped 10% — Here’s Why the CEO Isn’t Worried

CEO Russell Weiner expects other fast-food chains to report similar headwinds from bad weather and weak consumer sentiment tied to Iran war.

They Borrowed $40,000 From Friends and Family to Open a Coffee Kiosk — Now Their Franchise Is Worth $1 Billion

Don and Linda Eckles started Scooter’s Coffee in a tiny, renovated Chinese restaurant. Today, they have 912 franchises.

Jeni’s Ice Cream Just Scooped Up the CEO Who Was Fired From Ben & Jerry’s — He’ll Oversee Its Franchise Expansion

David Stever was pushed out of Ben & Jerry’s over social activism tensions. Now he’s leading rival Jeni’s in its franchising efforts.

This is the One Question You Must Get Answered at a Franchise Discovery Day

Discovery Day is a critical step in the decision-making process that helps both parties move forward with confidence or decide not to proceed.