Coca-Cola (KO -1.08%) was founded in the late 1800s, while McDonald's (MCD 0.51%) traces its roots back to 1940. They have become two of the most well-known and popular consumer goods companies. Past success doesn't provide any guarantees about the future, of course. Businesses need to evolve to remain relevant. With that, which company -- Coca-Cola or McDonald's -- has positioned itself better for the future and makes a better investment? Coca-ColaMany people know about Coca-Cola's sodas, including its nam ...

Core Insights - Happy Belly Food Group Inc. has opened its 27th Heal Wellness location in Calgary, Alberta, with the grand opening scheduled for July 12, 2025 [1][2] - The company is experiencing significant growth and brand recognition across Canada, positioning Heal as a national smoothie bowl brand [3][4] - Happy Belly's strategy combines organic growth with strategic acquisitions, leading to a robust franchise pipeline and expansion plans [2][7] Company Expansion - The new Heal Wellness location is part of a broader expansion strategy, with more units under construction in Alberta, Ontario, and Prince Edward Island [4] - A total of 195 units for Heal Wellness are secured under development agreements across Canada, indicating a strong growth trajectory [4][7] - The Happy Belly portfolio includes 616 retail locations under contract, showcasing a disciplined approach to growth through careful partner selection and prime real estate [7] Brand Development - Heal Wellness aims to provide quick, fresh wellness foods, focusing on smoothie bowls and smoothies made with superfood ingredients [8] - The brand is gaining customer loyalty and recognition, with existing franchisees expanding into multi-unit ownership, reflecting confidence in the operational model [3][4] - The company's asset-light approach and strong franchise engagement are unlocking value for stakeholders and signaling long-term growth potential [3][4]

DURANGO, Colo., July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, or “RMCF”), America’s Chocolatier™ and a leading franchiser of a premium chocolate and confectionary retail store concept, will host a conference call on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern time to discuss its fiscal first quarter 2026 results. The Company’s results will be reported in a press release prior to the call. The RMCF management team will host the conference call, ...

Company Overview - Wingstop Inc. operates and franchises over 2,650 locations globally, focusing on providing a unique guest experience with a technology-driven platform and a diverse menu featuring wings, tenders, and chicken sandwiches [4] - The company aims to become a Top 10 Global Restaurant Brand, with approximately 98% of its restaurants being operated by independent franchisees [5] Financial Performance - In fiscal year 2024, Wingstop's system-wide sales rose by 36.8% to around $4.8 billion, marking the 21st consecutive year of same-store sales growth [5] Recognition and Awards - Wingstop was listed on Ad Age's 'Hottest Brands' list in 2024 and recognized by QSR Magazine as one of the "Best Brands to Work For" [6] - The company was also acknowledged by Fast Company as one of the "Most Innovative Companies" and ranked 14 on Entrepreneur Magazine's 'Franchise 500' [6]

Dallas, TX, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dickey’s Barbecue, the world’s largest barbecue franchise, is sharing insights into what news outlets like the New York Times got wrong in a recent article about the Texas barbecue company, and what others like reporter Glenda Vosburgh got right in her recent report, Sizzling Dispute: Dickey’s Fires Back at Franchisee Misrepresentation and New York Times Coverage. The Dallas-based, family-owned brand has been serving Legit. Texas. Barbecue™ for more than 80 year ...

SBC Medical Group Holdings (SBC) Conference June 11, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning, everyone. Welcome to the day one of the Sidoti conference. Is Ashish Shah. I'm an analyst here at Sidoti. With me today, I have SBC Medical. It trades on Nasdaq under the ticker SBC. We have Yoshida, company CFO and executive vice president, and Hikaru Fukai, company's head of investor relations. This is a prerecorded session. Please send any questions to conference@sedoti.com, and we will forward them to the man co ...

Core Insights - The Joint Corp. appointed Sandi Karrmann as a Director to enhance its core operations, drive growth, and improve profitability [1][2] - Karrmann's extensive experience in human resources within the healthcare and franchise sectors is expected to contribute significantly to the company's strategic priorities for 2025 [2][3] Company Overview - The Joint Corp. is the largest provider of chiropractic care in the U.S., operating over 950 locations and facilitating more than 14 million patient visits annually [5] - The company has revolutionized access to chiropractic care through a retail healthcare business model introduced in 2010, eliminating the need for insurance [5][6] - The Joint Chiropractic is recognized in various industry rankings, including Franchise Times' "Top 400" and Entrepreneur's "Franchise 500" [5] Leadership and Strategic Focus - Sandi Karrmann has over 20 years of experience in human resources, having held senior roles at Kimberly-Clark, Tenet Healthcare, and Yum! Restaurants International [3][4] - The company aims to focus on nurturing talent, strengthening employee engagement, and retaining top chiropractic professionals as part of its growth strategy [2][5]

IRVINE, Calif., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SBC Medical Group Holdings Incorporated (Nasdaq: SBC) (“SBC Medical” or the “Company”), a global franchise and provider of services for aesthetic clinics, today announced its upcoming investor event attendance. SBC Medical managements will be participating in a webcast company presentation and will also attend 1-x-1 investor meetings at these upcoming events: 1. Lytham Partners Spring 2025 Virtual Investor Conference Company WebcastThursday, May 29, 2025, at ...

Core Insights - The Joint Corp. has elected Christopher M. Grandpre to its board of directors to support long-term growth objectives including new clinic openings, system-wide sales, comparable sales, and Adjusted EBITDA [1][2] Company Overview - The Joint Corp. is the largest provider of chiropractic care in the U.S. through The Joint Chiropractic network, focusing on making chiropractic care accessible and affordable without the need for insurance [5] - The company operates over 950 locations nationwide and has more than 14 million patient visits annually, positioning itself as a leader in the chiropractic industry [5] Leadership and Expertise - Christopher M. Grandpre brings over 30 years of experience in multi-branded franchise companies and M&A investment banking, having served as chairman of Empower Brands, which has sales exceeding $1.5 billion [3][4] - Grandpre's background includes founding Outdoor Living Brands and holding executive roles at various financial institutions, providing a unique perspective to The Joint's leadership [3][4] Business Model and Strategy - The Joint Corp. revolutionized chiropractic care access with its retail healthcare business model introduced in 2010, focusing on convenience and affordability for patients [5] - The company is recognized in various industry rankings, including Franchise Times' "Top 400" and Entrepreneur's "Franchise 500," highlighting its growth and innovation in the franchise sector [5]

European Wax Center (EWCZ) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 14, 2025 08:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to European Wax Center's First Quarter Fiscal twenty twenty five Earnings Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. In order to facilitate as many participants as possible, we ask that you please limit yourself to one question and one follow-up during t ...