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Fitch 2009 U.S. Restaurant Outlook: Credit Risk Escalates As Challenges Persist

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MarketWatch: Fitch Ratings expects the negative effects of a declining U.S. economy, growing pressure on consumer discretionary spending, and higher than normal food costs to be further magnified in the restaurant industry during 2009. The strong likelihood of a global macroeconomic downturn, supplier consolidation and the inability to enter long-term fixed-price supply contracts will also […]

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Franchise Business Financials Up At NexCen

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Chain Leader: NexCen Brands, Inc. today reported the following business update. Selected Preliminary Third Quarter Results The Company (“NexCen”) reported preliminary unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Kenneth J. Hall, Chief Executive Officer of NexCen, stated, “Revenues from continuing operations are expected to have almost doubled compared to the same

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Financing Your Franchise

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FranchiseBusiness.co.uk: Financing the purchase of your franchise can be a difficult and bewildering process. In an ideal world the cost of your franchise will be financed from savings. However in most situations this cash may not be available. It is also worth bearing in mind that if you do have these resources, they may be

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Ways To Support Franchisees During A Time Of Escalating Costs

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Entrepreneur.com: Prove your system’s value to franchisees every day. That’s the mantra of growth-oriented franchisors, especially given the current economy. If ever there were a time to help franchisees lower costs or find favorable financing sources, this is it. Some franchisors are doing just that, and they are willing to share their cost-saving secrets for

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