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Franchise M&A Activity Powers Growth in Q1 2026

Summary by FranchiseWire
Mergers, Acquisitions and Investment Activity Underscore Franchising’s Strong First Quarter The first quarter of 2026 has come and gone, and one thing is clear: franchising is thriving. According to the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Franchising Economic Outlook report, the economic output of franchised businesses is projected to top $921.4 billion in 2026 — an increase of 1.6% from $907.3 billion in 2025. Franchising’s share of the…
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FranchiseWire broke the news on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
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