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EXPLORE | March 21, 2023
Japan's First Costa Coffee Store to Open in Tokyo as Sojitz Royal Café Secures Costa Coffee Franchise Rights
Japan's First Costa Coffee Store to Open in Tokyo as Costa Coffee, the UK-based coffee chain, is set to make its debut in Japan's highly competitive coffee market. If you're a coffee lover or looking

EXPLORE | March 21, 2023
China's Luckin Coffee Set to Open in Singapore
Singapore's coffee culture is one of the most vibrant in the world. Luckin Coffee is set to make its mark on the Singaporean coffee scene this month. But will it be able to replicate its success in Si

TRENDS | March 16, 2023
The Philippines Franchise Industry To Grow At 12% - 15% In 2023
The Philippines' franchising sector is expected to grow by 12% to 15% in 2023 following a rebound in franchising of pandemic-proof brands, according to the PFA

NEWS | February 8, 2023
Luckin Coffee Eyes Southeast Asia Expansion and Opens 500 New Stores in China
According to industry sources, the largest coffee chain in China, Luckin Coffee is eyeing expansion across Southeast Asia and plans to open 500 outlets across China in tier three and four cities.

NEWS | February 8, 2023
Popular US Chain Cinnabon Opens At Raffles City in Singapore
Cinnabon, one of the world's most recognized and sought-after franchise brands, officially opens at Raffles City Shopping Centre.
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EXPLORE | March 21, 2023
China's Luckin Coffee Set to Open in Singapore
TRENDS | March 16, 2023
The Philippines Franchise Industry To Grow At 12% - 15% In 2023
CONVERSATIONS | March 8, 2023