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Trader Joe's adding 2 new New York stores. See where they're opening
(democratandchronicle.com - 8/2/2026)Two new Trader Joe's stores are coming to New York, expanding the popular grocery chain's footprint in the Empire State ...
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Bealls preparing for first Michigan store In Coldwater
(wtvbam.com - 8/1/2026)When the Coldwater location opens it will be the first Bealls in the state of Michigan ... (full story)
Buc-ee’s on track to open 2 new stores in August, with more on the way
(informnny.com - 8/1/2026)Buc-ee’s continues to expand into new regions ... (full story)
Pizza Hut and Papa John's rival closing 68 stores
(aol.com - 8/1/2026)Another national pizza chain, Papa Murphy's, has decided to close 68 restaurants. Some of the locations are scheduled to close as early as next week, while the entire shutdown plan will take between six and nine months to complete ... (full story)
Swiss Farm Stores Plots Major Expansion with Gas Pumps, New Locations Under Local Owner
(delco.today - 7/31/2026)To open 25 stores over the next five years, with new locations planned across Delaware County, Philadelphia, Montgomery County, and Bucks County; planning to grow the chain organically, moving to new states ...
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UFC GYM® Launches World’s First UFC GYM Jiu-Jitsu Standalone Studio Concept in New York City with Ji
(franchising.com - 7/31/2026)UFC GYM Jiu-Jitsu will make its New York City debut when UFC GYM Jiu-Jitsu // Jiu Livre opens. the studio will be the first UFC GYM Jiu-Jitsu location to open under the brand’s new standalone model
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BODYBAR Pilates Adds 40 New Territories to Growth Pipeline
(morningstar.com - 7/31/2026)Signed of a total 40 new territories and 17 new franchise owners, bringing its total footprint to 204 territories, with 89 open studios and 70 in development ... (full story)
Popular bakery to add two more shops in North Texas. Here’s where and when
(yahoo.com - 7/31/2026)California-based bakery SusieCakes is expanding its Dallas-Fort Worth footprint to include two more stores ... (full story)
Yum bids Pizza Hut farewell, overhauls KFC
(restaurantdive.com - 7/31/2026)Yum Brands is ushering in a new era for KFC through a global brand transformation, while Pizza Hut is shifting to new ownership ...
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North Italia makes Wisconsin debut with September opening
(ibmadison.com - 7/30/2026)North Italia will open its newest restaurant — marking its debut in the state ...
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Major supermarket chain closing more stores
(thestreet.com - 7/30/2026)The decision comes as the company chooses to invest in better-performing locations ...
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First Look: New Balance debuts two-level flagship at The Grove
(chainstoreage.com - 7/30/2026)A Boston-based footwear and apparel giant has opened its first flagship store on the West Coast ...
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Giunta’s Meat Farms to acquire King Kullen Grocery chain
(libn.com - 7/30/2026)Oakdale-based Giunta’s Meat Farms will be acquiring Hauppauge-based King Kullen Grocery Co., including its 24 King Kullen supermarkets and four Wild by Nature natural foods markets ...
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Boot Barn Q1 tops expectations; on track to open 70 stores
(chainstoreage.com - 7/30/2026)The Western and work-related apparel and footwear retailer opened 27 new stores during the quarter. It plans to open 70 new stores during its current fiscal year ... (full story)
Inside the Dutch Bros National Expansion Strategy
(streetfightmag.com - 7/30/2026)Dutch Bros opened 41 new shops during the first quarter and increased its 2026 outlook to at least 185 new locations ... (full story)
Sprouts Sales Up, Comps Down In Q2; New Store Pace To Grow In Q3
(theshelbyreport.com - 7/30/2026)Expects to open at least 15 stores in the third quarter – its largest quarterly cadence to date. The company is pushing into newer Northeast and Midwest markets ... (full story)
Comcast opens 3 Xfinity stores in Baltimore region
(thedailyrecord.com - 7/30/2026)Three new Xfinity stores have opened in Catonsville, Glen Burnie and Westminster ... (full story)
Multi-Unit Franchise Growth: Why Wayback Burgers Owners Keep Expanding
(franchising.com - 7/30/2026)Growth remains concentrated in the Southeast, Southwest, and Mid-Atlantic, though the brand is continuing to push into new territory. Wayback opened its first Iowa location this year, with Missouri next on deck ...
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Shipley Donuts Builds Momentum in First Half of 2026 with New Markets ... Franchise Growth
(finance.yahoo.com - 7/30/2026)Nation's largest donut and kolache brand closes out Q2 2026 with 4 franchise agreements bringing 9 new locations to Texas, Ohio, North Carolina and Oklahoma ... (full story)
Big Whiskey’s Continues Rapid Growth with Three New Restaurant Agreements Across MO and AL
(franchising.com - 7/29/2026)Big Whiskey’s American Restaurant & Bar continues its nationwide momentum announcing four new franchise agreements that will expand the brand into new markets while strengthening its presence in existing territories ...
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16 Handles Surpasses Last Year's Franchise Growth in Just Six Months ...
(prnewswire.com - 7/29/2026)After signing 25 new franchise agreements in the first half of 2026, the brand is now on pace to double last year's franchise development ... (full story)
Freddy's to open 10 new locations in August. See where
(usatoday.com - 7/29/2026)The company is prioritizing its growth across the Northeast, Rust Belt, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Northern California and Florida ... (full story)
Chipotle Raises Full Year Comparable Sales Guidance on Strong Q2 Momentum
(finance.yahoo.com - 7/29/2026)For 2026, management is anticipating 350 to 370 new restaurant openings, which includes 10 to 15 international partner-operated restaurants. Around 80% of new company-owned restaurants will have a Chipotlane ... (full story)
Big Lots closing stores once again after being ‘saved’ from bankruptcy
(the-sun.com - 7/29/2026)Your neighborhood Big Lots store might be going out of business yet again as the discount retailer continues to struggle with post-bankruptcy woes ...
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Ellianos Coffee signs development agreement in Troy, Michigan
(comunicaffe.com - 7/29/2026)The brand has also signed development agreements in South Carolina, Tennessee, Mississippi, Ohio and Missouri ...
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Nordstrom Rack to add 24 new stores to the map by August
(nypost.com - 7/28/2026)According to the brand, the 24 locations have either opened earlier this year or are set to open by 2026 ... (full story)
Unleashed Brands Reports Strong First Half of 2026 with 73 Franchise Agreements Across Seven Brands
(finance.yahoo.com - 7/28/2026)Across its seven-brand portfolio, Unleashed Brands completed 58 lease signings and opened 34 locations, including 16 new locations from The Little Gym ... (full story)
FASTSIGNS® Reports Record-Breaking First Half of 2026 for Franchise Development ...
(prnewswire.com - 7/28/2026)FASTSIGNS® announced a record-breaking first half of the year for franchise development sales in 2026, opening 13 new centers and signing 18 franchise agreements across domestic and international markets as the brand continues building momentum into the second half of the year ... (full story)
Celebree School Invests in Scalable Development Infrastructure to Accelerate Franchise Growth
(morningstar.com - 7/28/2026)Current target growth markets include Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, Denver, Indianapolis, and Phoenix ... (full story)
Mathnasium Signs 60 Franchise Agreements, Opens 40 Centers in Strong First Half of 2026
(prnewswire.com - 7/28/2026)Mathnasium Learning Centers signed more than 60 franchise agreements and opened 40 new learning centers during the first half of 2026 ... (full story)
Dessert chain quietly closes locations, exits multiple markets
(thestreet.com - 7/28/2026)Beard Papa’s has closed several locations between late 2025 and July 2026, including stores in major U.S. markets ... (full story)
FSC Franchise Co. Builds Midyear Momentum Across Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, The Brass Tap and Newk’s Eatery
(restaurantnews.com - 7/27/2026)The company expects to open 18 restaurants across its three brands by year-end, including six Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, eight Brass Tap and four Newk’s locations, while completing between 12 and 15 franchise agreements ... (full story)
46-year-old casual dining chain closes underperforming locations
(thestreet.com - 7/27/2026)The restaurant chain’s owner Dine Brands Global confirmed that it planned to close 20 to 35 locations in 2026 ... (full story)
Popular international Asian bakery, 85 °C Bakery Cafe, to open first Colorado location
(cbsnews.com - 7/27/2026)The popular chain will soon open its first location in Colorado ... (full story)
Mellow Mushroom Builds Midyear Momentum With Six Franchise Deals, Upcoming Restaurant Openings ...
(franchising.com - 7/27/2026)The iconic pizza brand is carrying strong franchise development momentum into the second half of 2026 with new signings, first-time market expansion and more ...
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Jersey Mike's Subs franchise system is consolidating fast ahead of its IPO ...
(bellinghamherald.com - 7/27/2026)Jersey Mike's reports a development pipeline of more than 1,600 stores, with over 90% committed by existing franchise owners ...
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Gong cha Signs Landmark 50-Unit Deal in Texas with Experienced Franchise Operator
(streetinsider.com - 7/27/2026)Gong Cha has signed a 50-unit exclusive area development agreement in Texas with seasoned franchise operator ... (full story)
Floyd's 99 Barbershop Celebrates 25 Years, Launches Next Era of Franchise Growth
(finance.yahoo.com - 7/27/2026)With 144 locations across 19 states, and more than 50 additional locations in development, Floyd's remains privately owned by its founders and is actively expanding through franchising ... (full story)
Press Quesadilla Grill Begins a New Chapter of Growth with Second Location in Arroyo Grande
(restaurantnews.com - 7/27/2026)Press is preparing to introduce the brand to several major markets across California and beyond with franchise development agreements signed for San Diego, Orange County, Sacramento, Modesto and Phoenix, AZ ... (full story)
CR Fitness Nears 20 Crunch Gyms in Dallas Amid Continued US Expansion
(athletechnews.com - 7/27/2026)The franchise group’s newest gym is set to open with six additional Dallas-area locations planned in Benbrook, Burleson, Garland, Golden Triangle, McKinney North and Rayzor Ranch ...
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Gorman’s streamlining operations with 2 store closures
(furnituretoday.com - 7/27/2026)Gorman’s Home Furnishings & Interior Design announced a strategic consolidation of its operations, which includes the closure of two of its showrooms ... (full story)
Breakfast chain from the South opens 1st Pa. location in this Poconos downtown
(lehighvalleylive.com - 7/26/2026)A new restaurant chain that operates in 10 southern states is opening its first Pennsylvania location in the Poconos ...
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After 80 stores close, 63-year-old chain gives Chapter 11 warning
(thestreet.com - 7/26/2026)It’s bad news for Leslie’s Pool Supply. The company closed 80 locations in March, but it hasn’t been enough to stem the bleeding. Now, the retailer faces a possible Chapter 11 filing ... (full story)
As 7 Save A Lot Stores Close, South And West Siders Increasingly Worry About Grocery Options
(blockclubchicago.org - 7/26/2026)The seven Save A Lot stores, all on the South and West sides, closed Saturday after the discount grocery chain ended its agreement with store operator Yellow Banana ...
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Sportswear giant continues store closures nationwide
(aol.com - 7/24/2026)The world's largest sportswear company has accelerated a wave of store closures across the U.S., shutting down roughly a dozen locations in a single month as it works to reshape its retail footprint ...
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Ross accelerates brick-and-mortar expansion with nearly 50 new locations
(retaildive.com - 7/24/2026)Ross Stores announced the opening of 47 new stores during the months of June and July. The discount retailer is on track to launch around 110 stores in 2026 ... (full story)
Tractor Supply to close 75 Petsense stores in portfolio shake-up
(costar.com - 7/24/2026)Rural lifestyle retailer Tractor Supply Co. is shuttering 75 Petsense locations, just over a third of its fleet, as it joins other chains in weeding underperforming stores out of its portfolio ...
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H&M Sets the Stage for Cos Expansion in USA and Mexico with Bold Opening Strategy
(modaes.com - 7/24/2026)The upscale division COS of the Swedish retail titan is making waves stateside, securing six leases across California and New Jersey. Meanwhile, in Mexico, the concept thrives through a partnership with Sordo Madaleno’s subsidiary ...
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A Classic Chicken Franchise’s Path to More Than 250 Locations
(qsrmagazine.com - 7/24/2026)With consistent growth over the past few years, it is now on the path to open 27–30 additional locations in 2026 and is aiming to have 400 locations by 2030 ... (full story)
Before Zaxby’s and Cane’s, there was Guthrie’s: Now, the pioneer is scaling.
(qsrweb.com - 7/24/2026)Guthrie's has more than 70 locations across 11 states, predominantly in the Southeast. The brand has been moving farther out West, including four in Nevada. In the next year the brand should hit 100 restaurants ...
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