A franchise is a type of business in which a local firm pays a foreign firm a fee for the rights to make and/or sell the foreign firm's products.

Franchise

A business model where a franchisee obtains the rights to operate a business under the franchisor's brand and system in exchange for a fee.

Foreign Firm

A company that is based in one country but operates or has offices in other countries.

Local Firm

A business establishment that operates in a specific geographical area, typically offering products or services to a local market or community.