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Let consumers decide on sweetness level, says business group
Petaling Jaya, 6th March 2026, The Malaysian Franchise Association has urged that consumers be allowed to decide the sweetness level of their beverages, rather than have the matter dictated by government policy. Its secretary-general, Khairul Azman Yusoh, was responding to calls from health activists for Malaysia to emulate Thailand’s new sugar policy. Asked whether local…
How bazaar: big brands shake up Ramadan markets ‘but balance needed’
Putrajaya, 6th March 2026, When bazaar-goers spotted stalls from popular chains like Zus Coffee and Mixue at Ramadan bazaars this year, the reaction online was immediate. Some welcomed the arrival of familiar names selling drinks at about RM4 – often cheaper than similar beverages sold by small vendors. Others, however, worried that the presence of…
Little Caliphs Strengthens Global Footprint with Medina Expansion
Agreement Signed to Expand Islamic Early Childhood Education to Medina, Saudi Arabia Little Caliphs® International Sdn. Bhd. (LCISB), Malaysia’s trusted name in Islamic early childhood education, proudly marks a significant milestone in its global expansion journey. Alhamdulillah, the Agreement for the Little Caliphs® Explorer Program has been officially signed with Family Learning Tree International bringing…
ZUS Coffee Buka Cawangan Pertama Di Pakistan
Pakistan, 21 Feb 2026, ZUS Coffee secara rasminya telah melebarkan sayap ke pasaran Asia Selatan dengan pembukaan cawangan pertamanya di Islamabad, Pakistan pada awal Februari 2026 baru-baru ini. Pengembangan strategik ini merupakan sebahagian daripada visi syarikat untuk berkembang di luar rantau ASEAN selepas berjaya menempa nama di Filipina, Singapura, dan Thailand. Tuan Yang Terutama Duta Besar Dato’ Mohammad…
ZUS Coffee Buka Cawangan Pertama Di Pakistan
Pakistan, 21 Feb 2026, ZUS Coffee secara rasminya telah melebarkan sayap ke pasaran Asia Selatan dengan pembukaan cawangan pertamanya di Islamabad, Pakistan pada awal Februari 2026 baru-baru ini. Pengembangan strategik ini merupakan sebahagian daripada visi syarikat untuk berkembang di luar rantau ASEAN selepas berjaya menempa nama di Filipina, Singapura, dan Thailand. Tuan Yang Terutama Duta Besar Dato’ Mohammad…
MFA Sasar Pelaburan Berpotensi RM600 Juta Menerusi Francais Antarabangsa Malaysia 2026
Kuala Lumpur, 12 Feb 2026, Persatuan Francais Malaysia (MFA) menyasarkan nilai pelaburan berpotensi berjumlah RM600 juta melalui pameran Francais Antarabangsa Malaysia (FIM) 2026, meningkat daripada RM424 juta yang dicatatkan tahun lepas. Pengerusi MFA, Datuk Dr Radzali Hassan berkata sasaran itu berasaskan keyakinan industri yang semakin kukuh serta rekod prestasi pameran tahunan itu dalam menjana hasil…
RM600 million potential investments targeted from Franchise International Malaysia 2026
Kuala Lumpur, 12 Feb 2026, The Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA) is targeting an estimated RM600 million in potential investment value from the Franchise International Malaysia (FIM) 2026 exhibition, up from RM424 million recorded last year. MFA Chairman, Datuk Dr Radzali Hassan, said the target reflects growing industry confidence and the strong track record of the…
McDonald’s Malaysia To Invest RM1 Bln Over Five Years, Open 100 Restaurants
Kuala Lumpur, 7th Feb 2026, McDonald’s Malaysia is planning to invest RM1 billion to open 100 new restaurants, modernize existing outlets and strengthen digital capabilities over the next five years. Its managing director and local operating partner, Datuk Azmir Jaafar said the investment reflects the company’s long-term vision to build a future-ready Malaysian workforce while…
Focus Point Eyeing VM2026 Tourist Surge To Sunny Malaysia
4th February 2026, Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) has maintained a BUY call on Focus Point Bhd with a target price of RM0.83, signalling a 71.1% capital upside from its current market price of RM0.485. The research house highlighted that the group is well positioned for a strong fourth-quarter 2025, supported by seasonal strength…
KUSKOP: 71 Foreign F&B Franchisors Registered to Operate in Malaysia as of 2025
Kuala Lumpur, 29th Jan 2026 A total of 71 foreign food and beverage (F&B) franchisors were registered to operate in Malaysia as of Dec 31, 2025, representing 42% of the 170 F&B franchisors on the national register, the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (Kuskop) said. In a written parliamentary reply published on Parliament’s website,…
McDonald’s Malaysia Akan Labur RM1 Bilion Dalam Tempoh Lima Tahun
Kuala Lumpur, 7 Feb 2026, McDonald’s Malaysia merancang untuk melabur RM1 bilion bagi membuka 100 restoran baharu, memodenkan cawangan sedia ada dan memperkukuh keupayaan digital dalam tempoh lima tahun akan datang. Pengarah Urusan dan Rakan Operasi tempatannya Datuk Azmir Jaafar berkata pelaburan itu mencerminkan visi jangka Panjang syarikat untuk membina tenaga kerja Malaysia yang bersedia…
Marrybrown Expands Global Franchising Presence To Egypt, Targets 100 Outlets In 10 Years
Johor Bahru, 5th Feb 2026, Global halal quick-service restaurant (QSR) brand Marrybrown has strengthened its international footprint with the signing of a franchise agreement with Talaat Moustafa Retail (TMR), a subsidiary of Egypt’s largest listed real estate and hospitality conglomerate, Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), marking its official entry into the Egyptian market. The agreement was…