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EXPLORE | 31 January 2026
Japanese Dining Continues to Dominate: EN Group Eyes the Philippines for Its Next Growth Chapter
Japanese cuisine has evolved from a niche international offering into one of the most resilient and preferred dining categories in the Philippines.
NEWS | 13 September 2022
Malaysian Franchise Sales To Increase To RM23 Billion By 2025
Malaysia’s franchise industry expects to see its sales increase to RM22.66 billion by 2025 from RM14.65 billion in 2020.
EXPLORE | 12 September 2022
Taipei International Chain And Franchise Autumn Exhibition (TICFE) 2022 – 23rd to 26th Sep 2022 (Taiwan, Republic Of China)
The premiere event will serve as a one-stop platform for diverse and more than 100+ best-quality franchise brands to showcase business concepts, penetrate new markets and expand global footprint.
SPOTLIGHT | 9 September 2022
Suki-Ya: House Of Hot Pot
Suki-Ya is a Japanese hot pot (nabe/steamboat) chain that offers sukiyaki & shabu-shabu in an all-you-can-eat format.
NEWS | 9 September 2022
Accenture Report: Consumers See Health And Well-being As “Essential” Spend Category
According to Accenture's Consumer Pulse Survey 2022, even in the face of widespread uncertainty and personal financial strains, consumers are considering health and fitness to be an "essential".
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EXPLORE | 31 January 2026
Japanese Dining Continues to Dominate: EN Group Eyes the Philippines for Its Next Growth Chapter
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SPOTLIGHT | 14 November 2025
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SUCCESS | 6 November 2025
From Gold Shop to Convenience Stores: Mr. Nallakaruppan’s 23-Year Journey with 7-Eleven
