Merger between two of Yum Brands’ largest franchise groups could deliver significant benefits for Costa Coffee in India, including greater economies of scale, new brand synergies and local expertise in a branded coffee shop market that is increasingly dominated by domestic operators
Gurugram-based franchise group Devyani International Ltd (DIL) has unlocked major new growth possibilities for Costa Coffee following an agreed merger with fellow Indian QSR group, Sapphire Foods.
