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Your Childrens Franchise Financial News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in childrens franchising financial news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the childrens franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Childrens Franchise Financial NewsGap Inc. Announces DividendGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today announced that its Board of Directors authorized a quarterly dividend of $0.125 per share payable on or after July 24, 2012 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 3, 2012.
Gap Inc. Reports April and First Quarter Sales ResultsGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that net sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 increased 6 percent compared with last year, and April 2012 net sales were flat compared with last year. School of Rock Receives Significant Additional Investment from Sterling Partners and Other Current Investors Expected to Triple its School Count by 2015For the second time since receiving an initial investment from private equity firm Sterling Partners in 2009, School of Rock, the U.S. leader in performance-based music education, received an additional capital investment from its current investors. Toys“R”Us, Inc. Announces December 2011 Comparable Store SalesToys"R"Us, Inc. today announced its comparable store net sales and total sales for the month of December 2011. Winmark Corporation Announces First Quarter ResultsWinmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today net income for the quarter ended March 31, 2012 of $3,516,000 (or $.67 per share diluted) compared to net income of $3,026,300 (or $.58 per share diluted) in the first quarter of 2011. Gap Inc. Reports March SalesGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that March 2012 net sales increased 10 percent compared with last year. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2007 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year ResultsBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, today reported results for the 2007 fourth quarter and full year. Build-a-Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2012 ResultsBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer, today reported results for the 2012 first quarter ended March 31, 2012 What Financial Crisis? Kiddie Academy Continues to Facilitate FinancingFinancing and small business loans are once again top of mind for franchisors as the credit crunch continues to impact many industries. Some franchisors are struggling to put additional resources in place to assist franchisees with finding loans, as point Homewatch CareGivers Records 32 Percent Revenue Growth in 2008Homewatch CareGivers announced record-setting growth for 2008 as domestic sales revenue increased 32 percent over the previous year and overall revenue grew 20 percent over 2007, announced President Leann Reynolds. Winmark Corporation Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend and Special DividendWinmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a quarterly cash dividend to shareholders.
Primrose Schools® Reports Record Year for Franchise Sales, Signs Agreement for First California LocationIn a year when U.S. franchise companies continued to see restricted growth due to lack of access to credit and the prolonged effects of the recession, Primrose Schools awarded 36 new franchises and opened 18 schools in 2011. Gap Inc. Reports January SalesGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that January 2012 net sales decreased 1 percent compared with last year. Gap Inc. Reports January Sales Of $932 Million; Comparable Store Sales Down 2 PercentGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported net sales of $932 million for the four-week period ended February 2, 2008. Gap Inc. Announces New $1 Billion Share Repurchase Program, Plans To Increase Dividend For 2008Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced its Board of Directors approved two decisions that underscore the company's financial health: an additional $1 billion share repurchase authorization and a plan to increase the annual dividend per share by six percent,
Gap Inc. Reports February SalesGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported that February 2012 net sales increased 6 percent compared with last year.
CEC Entertainment Reports Financial Results for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year-End 2009CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today reported net earnings of $5.4 million for the fourth quarter ended January 3, 2010, compared to net earnings of $2.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2008. Diluted earnings per share increased to $0.24 for the... Gap Inc. Reports December SalesGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported that December 2011 net sales decreased 1 percent compared with last year.
Gap Inc. Announces DividendGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced that its board of directors voted a quarterly dividend of $0.085 per share payable on January 28, 2009 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 7, 2009. Gap Inc. Reports Full Year Earnings Per Share of $1.34, Fourth Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.34Delivering solid financial results, Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported net earnings for fiscal year 2008 increased to $967 million, or $1.34 per share on a diluted basis, compared with $833 million, or $1.05 per share on a diluted basis, for fiscal... Gap Inc. Reports November SalesGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported that November 2011 net sales decreased 3 percent compared with last year. Gap Inc. Announces New $500 Million Share Repurchase ProgramGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a new $500 million share repurchase program, effective immediately. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Completes Review of Strategic AlternativesBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, today announced that its Board of Directors has completed its previously announced review of strategic alternatives. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Sets Date for 2008 Third Quarter Earnings Announcement and Investor Conference CallBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive, entertainment-based retailer of customized stuffed animals, will report results for its fiscal 2008 third quarter ended September 27, 2008, on October 16, 2008 prior to the opening of trading on... Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2008 Third Quarter ResultsEuropean operations delivered sales increase of 38% to $19.0 million and income of $0.5 million in third quarter 2008 compared to a net loss of $0.5 million in third quarter 2007. Gap Inc. Reports December Sales Down 12 Percent; Comparable Store Sales Down 14 PercentGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported net sales of $1.93 billion for the five-week period ended January 3, 2009, which represents a 12 percent decrease compared with net sales of $2.20 billion for the five-week period ended January 5, 2008. The company's com CEC Entertainment Franchise Reports Financial Results for the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2010CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended July 4, 2010. Total quarterly revenues decreased 2.1% to $181.0 million during the second quarter of 2010 from total quarterly revenues of $184.8 millio Gap Inc. Reports Third Quarter EarningsGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported that net sales for the third quarter of fiscal year 2011, which ended October 29, 2011, decreased 2 percent to $3.59 billion compared with $3.65 billion for the third quarter last year. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter ResultsBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, today reported results for the 2009 second quarter and first six months. Winmark Corporation Announces Cash DividendWinmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the payment of a cash dividend to shareholders.
Gap Inc. Reports August SalesGap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced net sales of $1.12 billion for the four-week period ended August 29, 2009, which represents a 2 percent decrease compared with net sales of $1.14 billion for the four-week period ended August 30, 2008. Gap Inc. Announces DividendGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today announced that its Board of Directors authorized a quarterly dividend of $0.1125 per share payable on or after January 25, 2012 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 4, 2012. Gap Inc. Demonstrates Strong International and Online Growth at Annual Investor MeetingGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today provided a comprehensive business update, detailing its plans to build upon the momentum of its growth strategy, and addressed product and marketing changes underway in its North America business. Toys R Us, Inc. Reports Financial Results For Second Quarter 2011Toys R Us, Inc. today reported financial results for the second quarter ended July 30, 2011. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2009 Third Quarter ResultsBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, today reported results for the 2009 third quarter and first nine months. The company also announced the renewal of its bank line of credit... Gap Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.32 Up From $0.19 Last YearGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today released its earnings results for the second quarter of 2008. The company reported that second quarter net earnings increased 51 percent through the combination of driving healthy margins and effectively managing costs. CEC Entertainment Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year-End EarningsCEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) today announced earnings for the fourth quarter and fiscal year-ended December 30, 2007. Goddard Systems, Inc. Experiences Great Growth Year: Opens 19 Schools While Awarding 28Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the nation’s No. 1 childcare franchise, refused to slow its growth in 2011. In fact, the 380-plus-school franchise opened 19 new schools while awarding another 28, completely bucking the trend of slow growth in other... CEC Entertainment Reports Financial Results for the Third Quarter of Fiscal 2009CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today reported net earnings of $12.7 million for the third quarter ended September 27, 2009, compared to net earnings of $9.9 million in the third quarter of 2008. Diluted earnings per share increased to $0.55 for... Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2008 Second Quarter ResultsBuild-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive entertainment retailer of customized stuffed animals, today reported results for the 2008 second quarter. Gap Inc. Reports Second Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.33 up from $0.32 Last YearGap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported that net earnings for the second quarter, which ended August 1, 2009, were $228 million, or $0.33 per share on a diluted basis, compared with $229 million, or $0.32 per share on a diluted basis, for the second quarter... CEC Entertainment Reports Results for Third Quarter 2008CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today reported net earnings of $9.9 million for the third quarter ended September 28, 2008, as compared to $15.9 million for the third quarter of 2007. The Company's diluted earnings per share were $0.44 for the...
CEC Entertainment Reports Strong Financial Results for the First Quarter of Fiscal 2008CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced earnings for the first quarter ended March 30, 2008. |
Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating TodayProcrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low. 
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