[News Space=Reporter seungwon lee] Paris Baguette ranked 29th overall and 1st in the bakery cafe category in the '2026 Franchise 500' announced by the American business media outlet 'Entrepreneur'. Paris Baguette has climbed its rankings each year, from 61st in 2024 to 42nd in 2025 and 29th this year, entering the top 30. Paris Baguette is the only domestic brand to make it to the top 30 of the Franchise 500 this year. It is recognized for demonstrating both growth potential and business stability in the US, a fiercely contested global franchise market. The Franchise 500 is an evaluation index