TOP 10 GLOBAL FRANCHISES
HARDEE ’ S
Locations : 1,995 Company Owned : 457
International : 274 2015 Franchise 500 Ranking : # 17
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In the United States , Hardee ’ s stays in its place as the Eastern representative of CKE Restaurants , while Carl ’ s Jr . represents the West Coast . But Hardee ’ s still brings the flavors of CKE overseas as well .
The chain once had a much stronger reach around the world — though this has declined considerably , Hardee ’ s still maintains a strong presence in New Zealand , Pakistan and many countries within the Middle East .
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PAPA JOHNS
Locations : 4,663 Company Owned : 739 International : 1,270 2015 Franchise 500 Ranking : # 30
Papa John ’ s is one of the largest pizza chains in the world , and it ’ s also one of the fastest growing . The chain has been ramping up growth overseas , and last year significantly expanded its presence throughout India by acquiring popular regional chain Pizza Corner .
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