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Local franchises target 25% sales growth, but nCoV poses challenge

By Louella Desiderio | February 9, 2020 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. targets a 25 percent growth in sales this year but notes their businesses are challenged by the spread of the novel coronavirus which has resulted in lower foot traffic...

Business

Globe myBusiness upbeat on franchising prospects for new mSMEs with AFFI tie-up

December 1, 2014 - 12:00am

As the local franchising industry continues to exhibit significant growth numbers this year, Globe myBusiness is upbeat on the opportunities for new and potential business owners to avail themselves of a franchise...

Business As Usual

Franchising group to hold 1st confab

By Iris Gonzales | September 29, 2014 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI) is urging Filipinos to enter into the franchising business as the group offers to help interested entrepreneurs on the proper way of investing in franchises. ...

Business

AFFI projects 25% growth in sales

By Louella Desiderio | September 18, 2014 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI) expects its sales to grow between 20-to-25 percent this year from a year ago, even as its member-firms’ losses due to the port congestion could potentially...

Business

Big franchise show set

September 3, 2014 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI) is all set to hold its annual Filipino Franchise Show.

Business

Franchisers seek more SME financing

By Louella Desiderio | June 9, 2014 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI) is seeking greater access to financing from banks for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to allow them to expand and compete overseas through franchising amid...

Business

AFFI urges SMEs to prepare for seasonal peak demand

By Iris Gonzales | May 19, 2014 - 12:00am

For most small and medium enterprises, particularly those with heavy retail operations, summer time is a peak business period.

Business As Usual

Gov’t urged to help SMEs deal with high cost of electricity

By Louella Desiderio | April 10, 2014 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc. (AFFI), is seeking government support to allow small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to deal with the rising cost of electricity in the country.

Business

How to spot a franchise scam

By Iris Gonzales | February 17, 2014 - 12:00am

Ever felt tired of working 8 am to 5 pm for that cruel boss and that company with a salary that can hardly make ends meet?

Business As Usual

Patronize local franchises – AFFI

By Louella Desiderio | October 6, 2013 - 12:00am

The Association of Filipino Franchisers, Inc. (AFFI) is calling on entrepreneurs to invest in local franchises to help the country’s micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) sector grow.

Business