The Top Global Franchises of 2011Franchising is exploding in international markets, from Latin America to Asia to Europe and beyond. Here's a look at the franchises leading the worldwide expansion, along with insight on how to succeed on the global stage.

ByTracy Stapp Herold

It really is a small world, and franchising is one of the reasons why. Thanks to franchises, you can travel the globe and never feel far from home. You can stay in a Hampton hotel in Japan, get a late-night snack at Denny's in Mexico, or do Jazzercise in Germany. In Entrepreneur's top global franchise ranking, you'll find these and 147 other top franchisors that have set their sights on selling franchises outside the U.S. You'll also find stats on international franchise growth, some of the hottest international markets and what types of franchises are most successful in them.

Related:Six Tips for Taking Your Franchise Global

Thetop global franchisesare listed based on how they ranked in狗万官方's 2011 Franchise 500®. The rankings are based solely on objective, quantifiable criteria such as size, growth, financial strength and financial stability. They are not intended to endorse any particular franchise company. No matter what country in which you're interested in buying a franchise, only you can decide which opportunity is right for you by consulting with attorneys and accountants, reading the company's documents and talking to franchisees.

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Tracy Stapp Herold

Entrepreneur Staff

Tracy Stapp Herold is the special projects editor at狗万官方magazine. She works on franchise and business opportunity stories and listings, including the annualmanbetx2.0客户端下载 .

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