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The Franchise Owned Company Operated (FOCO) model is becoming increasingly popular in India. In this model, the franchisee invests in the brand and the company takes care of the day-to-day operations, ensuring consistent quality and brand standards.

Here are some brands that have adopted the FOCO model in India, across various sectors:

Food & Beverage:

Domino's Pizza: A significant player in the pizza segment in India, Domino's has outlets that operate on the FOCO model.
KFC: Known for its fried chicken, KFC has adopted this model for several outlets in India.
Barista: The coffee chain Barista has been known to operate using the FOCO model for some of its outlets.
Beauty & Wellness:

Naturals Salon: This well-established beauty and salon brand in India has adopted the FOCO model for some of its salons.
Health & Fitness:

Gold's Gym: The international fitness chain has FOCO model outlets in India, where franchisees invest, and the company runs operations.
Cult.Fit: As they expanded, some of their centres might have adopted this model.
Education:

EuroKids: This preschool chain in India is known to operate some of its centres using the FOCO model.
Little Millennium: Another preschool chain that's been associated with the FOCO model in the country.
Retail & Apparel:

Some fashion and retail brands have explored the FOCO model while expanding their presence in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
Entertainment:

PVR Cinemas: One of India's leading cinema chains, PVR has been known to explore the FOCO model for its properties.
Remember, the decision of a brand to opt for the FOCO model can be dynamic and based on market conditions, strategy, and specific regional factors. If you're considering investing or partnering, it's essential to do thorough due diligence and check with the respective brand's current franchising model and terms.