Emilee Wentland

At 600 units, Nothing Bundt Cakes has seen tremendous growth since Roark Capital bought the brand three years ago. The cake franchise added more than 200 units since the deal.

This story is part of “Post-Close: An Inside Look at Franchise M&A Outcomes,” a digital series in which Franchise Times revisits past Dealmakers

MOD Pizza announced July 10 that Elite Restaurant Group is its new owner, following rumors it was exploring bankruptcy or a sale.

Paul Damico knows integration doesn’t happen overnight and says Fuzzy’s is now ready for “explosive growth” after joining Dine Brands in late 2022. “We love the unit economics of Fuzzy’s,”

The plant-based food market in 2023 was worth $8.1 billion, according to the Good Food Institute , and emerging franchises are tapping in.

This article is part of "Where Are They Now?"—an ongoing series in which Franchise Times reporters Megan Glenn and Emilee Wentland catch up with emerging brands.

Domino's reported positive same-store sales growth systemwide in the second quarter, but anticipates falling short of its international store count goal this year by as many as 275 units.

Updated A Pizza Hut franchisee filed for bankruptcy protection following lawsuits between the franchisor and franchisee.

Ever wonder how consumers feel about your franchise? Franchise Times editorial staffers check out three brands in a different genre each month, and report back in FT Undercover.

What’s a single mother of two to do after she’s laid off from her corporate job? In Laurie Gray’s case, she baked pies.