Dunkin' Brands To Accelerate Expansion In Western & Emerging Markets

Due to strong franchisee demand in the core and established markets, the company has changed its net new openings guidance. The net openings growth in the core market is expected to be in the range 15-20%, revised from the previous guidance of 10-15%. The guidance remains unchanged for net new store development in western market; a growth of 15-20% in fiscal 2014.