Top Fast-Food Franchises
This sandwich chain has over 42,000 stores worldwide and was founded in 1965 in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Subway
This tech giant is known for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers.
Apple
This convenience store franchise is present in more than 20 countries, known for its Slurpees.
7-Eleven
This U.S. company is the global leader in athletic footwear and sportswear, founded by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman.
Nike
This retailer, known for “Everyday Low Prices,” is the largest in the world by revenue.
Walmart
With more than 41,000 locations globally, this golden-arched brand is famous for its Big Mac.
McDonalds
This company produces Windows, Office, and Xbox.
Microsoft
This hotel chain is one of the largest in the world, owning brands like Ritz-Carlton and Sheraton.
Marriott International
This German company competes closely with Nike in global sportswear and footwear.
Adidas
Founded by Jeff Bezos, this company dominates e-commerce worldwide.
Amazon
Famous for its fried chicken and “finger-lickin’ good” slogan, this brand has over 31,000 locations.
KFC
This company owns Google, YouTube, and Android.
Alaphabet (Google)
This real-estate franchise allows agents to buy into its brand with the slogan “Above the Crowd.”
RE/MAX
Known for its suede shoes and a strong sports presence, this company is based in Germany.
Puma
This membership-based retailer is famous for bulk purchases and hot dogs at $1.50.
Costco
This pizza chain is a global leader in delivery and carryout, often known for its “30 minutes or less” slogan.
Dominos
The largest e-commerce company in the world, founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994.
Amazon
This shipping and business-services franchise often has small store locations inside neighborhoods.
The UPS Store
This U.S.-based company is famous for comfortable, casual sneakers and lifestyle shoes.
Sketchers
This home-improvement retailer is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and sells tools, appliances, and building materials.
Home Depot
While competing with McDonald’s, this burger brand is known for the Whopper.
Burger King
This healthcare giant pulled in about $400 billion in revenue in the 2025 ranking of U.S. companies by sales.
UnitedHealth Group Inc
This hardware store franchise allows local stores to be independently owned under its brand.
Ace Hardware
This Japanese brand is known for high-performance running shoes and technical athletic footwear.
ASICS
This pharmacy and retail chain merged with Boots and operates globally in healthcare and retail.
Walgreens