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Business Services

B2B franchising — staffing, marketing, printing, commercial cleaning, and back-office support. Higher-margin, relationship-driven models that scale well for operators comfortable selling to other businesses.

29
Brands making news
6,994
Total units
$57K – $1.96M
Investment range
37
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Entry points

Under $100K
4 brands
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$100K – $500K
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Don Daszkowski Becomes IFPG Executive Chairman
Leadership2D AGO

Don Daszkowski Becomes IFPG Executive Chairman

Why it mattersThis leadership change signals a strategic push for growth through acquisitions, which may create new opportunities for franchisees and multi-unit operators within the broader franchise ecosystem.

The Cheesecake Factory’s Sales Flywheel is Picking Up Speed
Other16D AGO

The Cheesecake Factory’s Sales Flywheel is Picking Up Speed

Why it mattersThe brand's strong financial performance and innovative engagement strategies indicate a potential for robust unit-level economics, which may attract interest from franchisees and multi-unit operators looking for strong growth signals.

$4.5B Food Tech Firm GrubMarket Submits Confidential IPO Filing
M&A16D AGO

$4.5B Food Tech Firm GrubMarket Submits Confidential IPO Filing

Why it mattersThis IPO filing suggests potential shifts in valuation perceptions within the food tech landscape, impacting franchisees' competitive positioning and strategic planning.

EverSmith Brands Welcomes Michael Abramson as COO
Leadership16D AGO

EverSmith Brands Welcomes Michael Abramson as COO

Why it mattersAbramson's focus on operational consistency may enhance unit economics for franchisees and position EverSmith for more effective growth strategies, potentially impacting future territory availability.

Uber Eats is sued over priority delivery fees
Legal16D AGO

Uber Eats is sued over priority delivery fees

Why it mattersThis lawsuit may impact franchisees reliant on Uber Eats for delivery, as it underscores consumer dissatisfaction with delivery promises, potentially influencing how delivery services are marketed and perceived.

AtWork Group Highlights Strong Momentum Through Mid‑2026
Expansion21D AGO

AtWork Group Highlights Strong Momentum Through Mid‑2026

Why it mattersThis expansion into professional staffing services may open new revenue streams for franchisees, positioning them competitively in a growing sector, and suggests potential changes in unit economics as the brand evolves.

BNI Reports Strong Q2 Performance, Entering 2 New Countries and Expanding into 15 New Markets as U.S. Expansion Pipeline Continues to Grow
Expansion21D AGO

BNI Reports Strong Q2 Performance, Entering 2 New Countries and Expanding into 15 New Markets as U.S. Expansion Pipeline Continues to Grow

Why it mattersThis expansion may compress available territories for potential franchisees in key states while also enhancing the brand's network strength, which could positively influence unit economics for existing and new franchisees.

The Way People Shop Has Quietly Changed Forever — and Only Brands That Adapt Will Lead the Next Trillion-Dollar Market
Other23D AGO

The Way People Shop Has Quietly Changed Forever — and Only Brands That Adapt Will Lead the Next Trillion-Dollar Market

Why it mattersThis may compress the competitive landscape for franchises as brands that adapt to AI-driven consumer behavior can better access the evolving retail market. Franchisees should consider how algorithmic preferences may impact their product visibility and sales strategies.

Biggest in Business Services

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  1. 1
    Century 21
    Century 21
    1,685units
    $117K – $473K
  2. 2
    Anago
    Anago
    1,273units
    $219K – $339K
  3. 3
    Mathnasium
    Mathnasium
    948units
    $113K – $150K
  4. 4
    Primrose Schools
    Primrose Schools
    483units
  5. 5
    American Family Care
    American Family Care
    327units
    $948K – $1.51M
  6. 6
    ShelfGenie
    ShelfGenie
    227units
  7. 7
    TG
    The Grounds Guys
    211units
  8. 8
    Mr. Rooter
    Mr. Rooter
    209units
  9. 9
    U.S. Lawns
    U.S. Lawns
    209units
    $60K – $109K
  10. 10
    Aire Serv
    Aire Serv
    206units

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